Walther KK500
Carl Walther GmbH · Rifle · In Production · 2016
Also known as: Walther KK500-M, Walther KK500-E
Overview
The Walther KK500 is a single-shot bolt-action .22 LR smallbore match rifle built for ISSF 50m three-position and prone competition. Introduced in 2016, it uses a one-piece receiver with a three-lug bolt, a tension-free vibration-damped match barrel, and a patented tool-free ambidextrous conversion of the bolt handle and ejection. It is offered with a mechanical ball-bearing two-stage trigger (M) or an electronic trigger (E/Expert), across aluminium (Blacktec/Alutec), laminated-wood (Anatomic), and hand-laid carbon-fibre stock variants.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 5500 g (194.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 5503 g (194.1 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1130 mm (44.49") |
| Barrel Length | 690 mm (27.17") |
| Height | 220 mm (8.66") |
| Width | 80 mm (3.15") |
| Sight Radius | 800 mm (31.50") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 1 N (0.2 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 325 m/s (1066 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 137 J (101 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum |
| Finish | Anodized |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Features: Single Shot, Three Lug Bolt, Tool Free Ambidextrous Conversion, Match Grade Barrel, Vibration Damped Barrel Mounting, Two Stage Or Electronic Trigger, Adjustable Grip, Aperture Diopter Sights, Backtake Loading System
Variants
- Walther KK500-M Blacktec — Aluminium Stock
- Walther KK500 Anatomic — Laminated Wood Stock
- Walther KK500 Ultra Light — Short Barrel
- Walther KK500 Expert — Electronic Trigger
- Walther KK500 Carbon — Carbon Fiber Stock
Production
Production years: 2016-present
Production figures not published; flagship competition smallbore rifle
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
Weight, overall length and barrel length vary by variant (650mm Light/Ultra Light vs 690mm; 1080-1180mm overall; 5000-6000g). Rifling twist and groove count not published. No defensive safety, as the rifle is loaded only on the firing line.
Background
At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Walther KK500 rifles swept all three men's 50m three-position medals and took the women's gold, cementing the model's billing as the most successful smallbore match rifle in the world.