PTRD-41

Degtyarev Plant · Sniper-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1941

Weight (empty)17300 g (610.2 oz)
Overall Length2020 mm (79.53")
Barrel Length1350 mm (53.15")
Magazine Capacity1 rounds
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Muzzle Velocity1012 m/s (3320 fps)
Muzzle Energy32588 J (24036 ft·lbf)
Effective Range800 m (875 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

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