PGM Hécate II
The Hécate II is the standard heavy sniper rifle and anti-materiel rifle of the French Army, sometimes known as the FR-12.7 (French: Fusil à Répétition de calibre 12.7 mm or "12.7 mm calibre repeating rifle"). It is manufactured by PGM Précision of France. This is the largest weapon manufactured by PGM, chambered for the .50 BMG (12.7×99mm NATO) cartridge. The name of the rifle is derived from the ancient Greek goddess Hecate.
| Hécate II | |
|---|---|
The PGM Hécate II | |
| Type | Anti-materiel rifle |
| Place of origin | France |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1993–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Wars | War in Afghanistan Northern Mali Conflict Operation Serval Yemeni Civil War |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Gilles Payen |
| Manufacturer | PGM Précision |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 13.8 kg (30.42 lb) with no sight |
| Length | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) 1,140 mm (44.9 in) with stock removed |
| Barrel length | 700 mm (27.6 in) |
| Cartridge | .50 BMG (12.7×99mm NATO) |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Muzzle velocity | 825 m/s (2,707 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 1,800 m |
| Maximum firing range | Over 2,000 m |
| Feed system | 7-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | Telescopic sights |
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