Mk 13 rifle

The MK 13 rifle is made using the Accuracy International Chassis System (AICS) version 2.0 mated to a long action Remington 700 receiver. The AICS 2.0 folding stock reduces the rifle's overall length by 210 mm (8.3 in) when folded and adds 0.2 kg (0.44 lb) to the rifle's total weight. The rifle has a cheekpiece design that adjusts sideways and for height for optimal cheek position when using night vision equipment or telescopic sights with large objective lenses. There is also a quick-adjust cheek-piece option that has a spring-loaded cheek-piece in conjunction with a quick-adjust butt plate. The side panels are made from a high-strength polymer and are available in the colors olive drab, dark earth or black. Sling attachment points are mounted on each side of the rifle, so it can be carried flat against the back and used comfortably by left- and right-handed users. A front attachment point is situated below the fore-end and can be used to anchor a target-style sling or replaced by an adapter for a Harris bipod.

MK 13
The MK13 MOD 5 sniper rifle
TypeSniper rifle
Place of originUnited Kingdom/United States
Service history
In service2001–present
Used byUnited States
WarsWar in Afghanistan
Iraq War
Production history
DesignerAccuracy International/Remington Arms
VariantsMK 13 MOD 5
MK 13 MOD 7
Specifications
Mass5.17 kg (11.4 lbs)
Length1207 mm (47.5")
Barrel length673 mm (26.5")

Cartridge.300 Winchester Magnum
ActionBolt action
Effective firing range1,300 meters (1,421 yd)
Feed system5-round magazine (MOD 5)
SightsNightforce Advanced Tactical Riflescope
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