Harris Gun Works M-96

Harris Gun Works M-96
Denel NTW-20 (20mm) and Harris Gun Works M-96 (12.7mm) of Malaysian Army in display during 2022 exhibition
TypeSniper rifle
Place of originUnited States
Service history
In service1996[1]—present
Used byUnited States, Malaysia
Production history
ManufacturerHarris Gunworks
VariantsM86,
M92
Specifications
Mass25 lbs (11.35 kg) unloaded, no scope.
Length58 inches (145 cm).
Barrel length29 inch (74 cm).

Cartridge12.7x99mm NATO
Caliber.50 BMG
Actionsemi-automatic
Rate of fireGas operated semi-automatic.
Effective firing range5000 ft (1500 m).
Feed system5-rounds detachable box magazine
Sightsdetachable aperture type iron sights day or night optics

The Harris Gunworks M-96 is a semi automatic sniper rifle. Manufactured by Harris Gunworks at Phoenix, Arizona, this is chambered for .50 BMG currently used heavily by the United States Armed Forces and Malaysian Armed Forces.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Harris M96".
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