Osv-96

OSV-96

OSV-96 (Russian : ОСВ-96) is a Russian large calibre semi-automatic sniper rifle chambered for the 12.7 x 108 mm round. The rifle is capable of engaging manpower at a distance of up to 1800 m and combat materiel at range up to 2500 m. As an effective anti-sniper weapon, OSV-96 keeps the firer beyond the aimed fire range of the small arms of conventional calibres. Specialized high accuracy 12.7x108mm 7N34 59.0 gram FMJ and AP sniper cartridges have been developed for Russian .50 caliber sniper rifles such as this rifle. Large calibre machine gun cartridges can also be used for firing, but with limited accuracy. The OSV-96 folds in half in between the barrel/chamber and receiver compartments to shorten its length for ease of transportation. The rifle features a free-floating barrel in combination with a large muzzle brake to greatly decrease its recoil.