Sako TRG 22/42
Sako Ltd. · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2000
Overview
The Sako TRG 22/42 is a precision bolt-action rifle platform designed for competition and professional use. The TRG 22 is the short-action variant chambered in .308 Winchester, .260 Remington, and 6.5 Creedmoor, while the TRG 42 is the long-action magnum variant for .300 Win Mag and .338 Lapua Magnum. A proven competition winner in 300m ISSF and CISM events.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4900 g (172.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1150 mm (45.28") |
| Barrel Length | 660 mm (25.98") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Effective Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 2500 m (2734 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Phosphate |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary · 7.62x51mm NATO — also known as .308 Win, 7.62x51mm, 7.62 NATO
- .260 Remington — also known as .260 Rem, 260 Remington
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5mm Creedmoor, 6.5 CM
- .300 Winchester Magnum — also known as .300 Win Mag, .300 WM
- .338 Lapua Magnum · 8.6x70mm — also known as .338 Lapua Mag, .338 LM, 8.6x70mm
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Two Position Safety
- Features: Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Heavy Barrel Profile, Three Lug Bolt, 60 Degree Bolt Throw, Adjustable Cheek Piece, Adjustable Buttpad, Aluminum Reinforced Stock, Two Stage Trigger, Integral Dovetail Rails, Free Floating Barrel
Production
Production years: 2000-present
Origin
Country of origin: Finland
Notes
TRG 22 weight: 4.7-4.9 kg. TRG 42 weight: 5.1-5.3 kg. TRG 22 barrel: 20" or 26". TRG 42 barrel: 20" or 27". Magazine: 10 rounds (.308), 7 rounds (.300 WM), 5 rounds (.338 LM). Integral 17mm dovetail scope mounting rails with recoil stop-slots. MSRP ~$3,500-$4,500.
Background
The TRG (Target Rifle Generation) series has been adopted by military and law enforcement units in over 40 countries, establishing Finland as an unlikely powerhouse in precision rifle manufacturing.