Accuracy International
AWM Super Magnum sniper rifle :


| Caliber : |
.300 Win Magnum,
.338 Lapua Magnum
|
| Operation : |
bolt action
|
| Magazine : |
10 rounds detachable
box
|
| Barrel length : (.300/.338) |
660/685 mm
/ 26"/27"
|
| Total length : |
1200 mm / 47"
|
| Weight : |
6 kg / 13.2
lbs
|
| Rate of fire : |
-
|
| Sights : |
Mil spec Mk
II in 6x, 10x
|
| Muzzle velocity : |
-
|
| Max. effective range : |
1100 m / 1210
yards
|
| Accuracy : |
-
|
This rifle is based on the AW with minimal changes
to accommodate magnum-length cartridges. Muzzle brakes are fitted to reduce
recoil, jump and flash and act as a base for optional iron sights and suppressors.
Normally, the AWMs are outfitted with a fixed power Mk II 10x. However, variables
3-12x and 4-16x Mk II can be used if close work and wide field of view are required.
AWM rifles are normally supplied in a metal transit case together with scope,
mount, butt spacers, bipod, spare magazines, sling, cleaning and tool kits.
The .300 Win Magnum caliber rifle and cartridge offer a significant increase
in wind resistance, level trajectory and supersonic range over the normal 7.62x51
cartridge. Despite the cartridge's greatly increased muzzle velocity, it delivers
greater precision than ordinary 7.62x51 NATO (.308 Win) ammunition. This significantly
enhanced supersonic range and precision ensures high first-shot-hit probability
to well beyond 1,100m using standard .300 Win Mag Match grade ammunition.
The .338 Lapua Magnum caliber rifle and cartridge were designed as a genuine long range system to reconcile the maneuverablility of the .308 Win with the power, range and accuracy of the .50 caliber. Compared to most .50 caliber rifles, the .338 Lap Mag offers considerably less rifle weight, recoil, muzzle flash, smoke and report. Although less energy is delivered at the target with .338 Lap Mag, both cartridges are equal in terms of trajectory, wind drift resistance and penetration. The .338 Lap Mag unquestionably outperforms the .308 Win, especially at extended ranges.