Walther WA 2000

Carl Walther GmbH Sportwaffen · Sniper-Rifle · Discontinued · 1982

Weight (empty)6950 g (245.2 oz)
Overall Length905 mm (35.63")
Barrel Length650 mm (25.59")
Magazine Capacity6 rounds
Action TypeGas Operated Short Stroke
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity880 m/s (2887 fps)
Muzzle Energy4530 J (3341 ft·lbf)
Effective Range1000 m (1094 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: .300 Winchester Magnum

The Walther WA 2000 is an exceptionally rare semi-automatic bullpup sniper rifle produced by Carl Walther GmbH between 1982 and 1988. Designed as a premium precision sniper platform for law enforcement and counter-terrorism use, the WA 2000 employed an innovative bullpup layout that placed the action behind the trigger, resulting in a remarkably compact 905mm overall length despite its 650mm barrel. The rifle utilized a gas-operated short-stroke piston system with a rotating bolt, and featured a...

Country of Origin: Germany