Zastava M12M
Zastava Arms · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2012
Overview
The Zastava M12M is a heavy-caliber anti-materiel and long-range precision rifle chambered in 12.7x108mm and .50 BMG. Designed for engaging targets at extreme distances and defeating light armored vehicles, equipment, and fortified positions, the M12M features a bolt-action mechanism with a 5+1 magazine capacity. The 12.7x108mm variant has a 1,007mm barrel and weighs 13.46 kg, while the .50 BMG variant features a shorter 840mm barrel at 12.95 kg. The rifle incorporates an aluminum stock with an integrated recoil buffer system, a large muzzle brake, a foldable adjustable monopod, and an integrated Picatinny rail machined from a single piece of steel.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 13460 g (474.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1700 mm (66.93") |
| Barrel Length | 1007 mm (39.65") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Effective Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- 12.7x108mm · primary — also known as 12.7mm Soviet, 12.7x108mm M30
- .50 BMG — also known as 12.7x99mm NATO, .50 Browning Machine Gun
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Three Position Safety
- Features: Picatinny Rail, Muzzle Brake, Integrated Recoil Buffer, Foldable Adjustable Monopod, Bipod Mounting, Free Floated Barrel, Aluminum Stock
Service history
Operators
- Serbian Armed Forces · as M12
Origin
Country of origin: Serbia
Notes
The .50 BMG variant has different dimensions: 840mm barrel, 1,533mm overall length, 12.95 kg. Both variants use detachable box magazines.