OSV-96

KBP Instrument Design Bureau · Sniper-Rifle · In Production · 1996

Weight (empty)12900 g (455.0 oz)
Overall Length1746 mm (68.74")
Barrel Length1000 mm (39.37")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeGas Operated Short Stroke
Firing MechanismRotating Bolt
Muzzle Velocity820 m/s (2690 fps)
Muzzle Energy16230 J (11971 ft·lbf)
Effective Range1800 m (1968 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: 12.7x108mm

The OSV-96 (Odnozaryadnaya Snayperskaya Vintovka, later redesignated as a semi-automatic system) is a Russian anti-materiel rifle chambered in the powerful 12.7x108mm Soviet heavy machine gun cartridge. Designed at the KBP Instrument Design Bureau in Tula, the OSV-96 features a unique folding design that hinges at the receiver, reducing its transport length from 1746mm to approximately 1100mm. The rifle is designed to engage light armored vehicles, equipment, fortifications, and personnel at ext...

Country of Origin: Russia