Victrix Armaments Scorpio
Victrix Armaments · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2015
Also known as: Scorpio .338, Victrix Scorpio
Overview
The Victrix Armaments Scorpio is an Italian-made precision bolt-action sniper rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum, designed for military and law enforcement long-range engagements. Built with Italian engineering precision and featuring a modular aluminum chassis system, the Scorpio has quickly earned a reputation for exceptional accuracy and build quality. The rifle was adopted by the Italian military and has been evaluated by several other NATO forces for their precision rifle programs.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 6800 g (239.9 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 7200 g (254.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1250 mm (49.21") |
| Folded Length | 990 mm (38.98") |
| Barrel Length | 686 mm (27.01") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 15 N (3.4 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 900 m/s (2953 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 6570 J (4846 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 5500 m (6015 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum Chassis |
| Finish | Cerakote |
Calibers
- .338 Lapua Magnum · primary — also known as 8.6x70mm, 8.58x70mm, .338 Lapua Mag
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Two Position Safety, Firing Pin Safety
- Features: Free Floating Barrel, Folding Stock, Adjustable Cheek Piece, Adjustable Length Of Pull, Muzzle Brake, Picatinny Rail, Monopod, Bipod Mount, Match Grade Barrel, Modular Chassis, Quick Change Barrel
Variants
- Victrix Armaments Scorpio T — Tactical
- Victrix Armaments Minerva — Competition
- Victrix Armaments Corvus — Compact
Service history
Operators
- Italian Armed Forces · adopted 2016
- Italian Carabinieri GIS · adopted 2016
- French Armed Forces
Production
Production years: 2015-present
Military and commercial production from Brescia, Italy.
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
Victrix Armaments is based in Brescia, Italy, the historic center of Italian firearms manufacturing. The Scorpio uses a proprietary three-lug bolt action designed for smooth, fast cycling. The modular chassis allows for rapid barrel changes and caliber conversions. The rifle has demonstrated consistent sub-0.5 MOA accuracy at 100 meters during military acceptance testing. The company also produces the Minerva competition variant and the Corvus tactical variant.
Background
Victrix Armaments emerged from the Brescia firearms district, where Italian gunmaking tradition stretches back over 500 years. Despite being a relatively young company, Victrix quickly gained international recognition when their rifles won multiple long-range shooting competitions and were adopted by the Italian military, beating out established competitors from several countries in rigorous trials.