WKW Tor
Zakłady Mechaniczne Tarnów · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2009
Also known as: WKW Wilk, Kbsp Tor, Wielkokalibrowy Karabin Wyborowy Tor
Overview
The WKW Tor (known internationally as the Wilk) is a Polish bolt-action anti-materiel rifle chambered in .50 BMG (12.7x99mm NATO). Developed by Zakłady Mechaniczne Tarnów (ZMT) under the Polish military's 'Wilk' (Wolf) program between 2000 and 2004, the rifle features a bullpup layout that keeps overall length compact despite its long 880mm fluted barrel. The manually operated rotary bolt action feeds from a 7-round detachable box magazine. Standard sighting equipment includes a Schmidt & Bender 3-12x P/MII telescopic sight, with the rifle also equipped with a folding adjustable bipod and rear monopod for stable shooting positions. A large multi-slotted muzzle brake helps manage the substantial recoil of the .50 BMG cartridge. The Tor has an effective range of approximately 1,800 meters and has been adopted by the Polish military for anti-materiel and counter-sniper roles.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 16100 g (567.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1350 mm (53.15") |
| Barrel Length | 880 mm (34.65") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 928 m/s (3045 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 18050 J (13313 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 1800 m (1968 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 3000 m (3281 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 381 mm (15.00") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .50 BMG · primary · 12.7x99mm NATO — also known as 12.7x99mm, .50 Browning Machine Gun, 12.7x99mm NATO
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Bullpup Configuration, Free Floating Barrel, Fluted Barrel, Muzzle Brake, Adjustable Bipod, Rear Monopod, Picatinny Rail
Variants
- WKW Wilk — Export Designation
Service history
Operators
- Polish Armed Forces · adopted 2009 · as Tor
- Ukrainian Armed Forces · adopted 2022
Conflicts
- Russo-Ukrainian War (2022-present)
Production
Production years: 2009-present
Produced by ZMT Tarnów for Polish military and export. Exact production numbers not publicly disclosed.
Origin
Country of origin: Poland
Notes
The Tor was developed under the Polish military's 'Wilk' (Wolf) program which ran from 2000 to 2004. The weapon was officially adopted by the Polish Armed Forces in 2009. In 2022, Poland supplied WKW Tor rifles to Ukraine for use in the Russo-Ukrainian War, where they were employed against Russian armored vehicles and fortified positions.
Background
The WKW Tor earned international attention when Poland supplied the rifles to Ukraine in 2022 during the Russo-Ukrainian War. The bullpup .50 caliber rifle proved effective against Russian light armored vehicles and fortified positions at ranges beyond what standard sniper rifles could engage.