FR F1
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| FR F1 | |
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 FR F1 |
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| Type | Sniper rifle |
| Place of origin |  France |
| Service history | |
| Used by | French military |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | MAS GIAT Industries |
| Produced | 1965-1975 |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 5.3 kg |
| Length | 1,200 mm |
| Barrel length | 650 mm |
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| Cartridge | 7.5 x 54 MAS then 7.62x51mm NATO |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Muzzle velocity | 780 m/s |
| Effective range | 800 m |
| Feed system | 10-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | Telescopic sight |
The FR F1 is a precision rifle used by French sharpshooters. It has been upgraded to FR F2 standard, and is still in service with all branches of French armed forces in this version. It was first designed around the 7.5 x 54 MAS cartridge before being converted to 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition when it was upgraded to FR F2 standard. It was equipped with a scope, French army standard issue being an APX L806. Its practical range is 600 to 800 meters. It is one of the most accurate sniper rifles, due to its quality, free-floating barrel and efficient combined muzzle brake/stabilizer that dampens the barrel vibrations.
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