Swedish Mauser Model 96 Rifle

Hickok45 is at the range discussing and sending 6.5×55mm rounds down range with his Swedish Mauser Model 96 rifle.

Swedish Mauser Model 96 Specs:

  • Weight:
    • rifle 4 kg (8.8 lb)
    • carbine 3.4 kg (7.5 lb)
  • Length:
    • m/1896: 1,260 mm (50 in)
    • m/1938: 1,120 mm (44 in)
    • m/1894: 950 mm (37 in)
  • Barrel Length:
    • m/1896: 739 mm (29.1 in)
    • m/1938: 610 mm (24 in)
    • m/1894: 450 mm (18 in)
  • Cartridge: 6.5×55mm
  • Action: Bolt action
  • Muzzle Velocity (original round nose bullet)
    • rifle: 725 m/s (2,380 ft/s)
    • carbine: 655 m/s (2,150 ft/s)
  • Feed System: 5-round internal box magazine
  • Sights: Square post front, U notch rear