Truvelo Falcon

Truvelo Armoury · Sniper-Rifle · In Production · 2005

Weight (empty)16000 g (564.4 oz)
Overall Length1510 mm (59.45")
Barrel Length950 mm (37.40")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Muzzle Velocity928 m/s (3045 fps)
Muzzle Energy18050 J (13313 ft·lbf)
Effective Range1500 m (1640 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: .50 BMG

The Truvelo Falcon is a South African bolt-action anti-materiel rifle chambered in .50 BMG (12.7x99mm), developed and manufactured by Truvelo Armoury. The rifle uses a distinctive metallic backbone construction on which all components are mounted, eschewing a conventional stock entirely and relying on a bipod for stable firing positions. The massive steel receiver houses a rotating bolt with two frontal locking lugs and one rear locking lug. The heavy free-floated 950mm barrel is fitted with a l...

Country of Origin: South Africa