Degtyarev Plant · Sniper-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1941
| Weight (empty) | 17300 g (610.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 2020 mm (79.53") |
| Barrel Length | 1350 mm (53.15") |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1012 m/s (3320 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 32588 J (24036 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 800 m (875 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 14.5x114mm
The PTRD-41 is a single-shot anti-tank rifle designed by Vasily Degtyaryov and fielded by the Soviet Red Army from 1941. Chambered in the massive 14.5x114mm cartridge, it was the simplest and most widely produced Soviet anti-tank rifle of World War II. The weapon's action featured a clever semi-automatic breech opening mechanism: upon firing, barrel recoil automatically opened the bolt and ejected the spent case, allowing the gunner to simply insert a new round. At over 2 meters long and weighin...
Country of Origin: SU
Designer: Vasily Degtyaryov