SIG SG 550 Sniper

SG 550 Sniper: The appropriate weapon for difficult missions. The semi-automatic rifle SIG SG 550 Sniper has been developed in close co-operation with the special units of the police. The basic concept relies on the assault rifle SG 550. The Swiss army has decided on this weapon after very exhaustive tests. This means: precision and functional reliability have been met under the most rigorous conditions. Superior precision The outstanding accuracy is based on the heavy hammer-forged precision barrel as well as the low recoil, gas-operated loading system with rotating bolt. The sensitive double-pull trigger and the possibility to fire in a very short time have a favourable effect on the weapon's precision. High combat readiness The high combat readiness of the precision rifle SG 550 Sniper is ensured by the ambidextrous safety lever that can be operated with the shooting hand and by the large magazine capacity of 20 or 30 rounds. If necessary, a second shot can be fired very quickly as the weapon cycles automatically. The SG 550 Sniper has been designed for caliber 5.56 mm (.223) ammunition which allows to use the GP 90 cartridge of the Swiss army, an inexpensive cartridge with high performance and superior precision characteristics. Maintenance and cleaning of this rifle are extremely simple. The entire weapon is disassembled and reassembled with effortless ease and without any tools. The complete rifle, with butt folded and with scope or night vision equipment mounted, can be carried - safely and well protected - in its standard hard case. Optimum adjusting possibilities The excellent stability of the weapon during firing results from the inferior recoil and the incorporated bipod. These characteristics allow the marksman a rapid target acquisition and permits firing of several precise shots. Optimum handling of the weapon is further facilitated by the universally adjustable butt and the angle of inclination of the pistol grip which can also be regulated. Both components can be rapidly adapted to the individual anatomy of each shooter and to the corresponding shooting position. The scope can be adjusted alongside and at right angles to the sight base in such a way that the head leans naturally against the cheek rest and that the visibility can be properly regulated looking through the optical aiming device.

SIG SG 550 Sniper Technical Specifications

Functioning Principle	Gas operated, rotating bolt
Caliber	5.56mm NATO (.223 Rem)
Overall length	1130mm
Length with butt folded	905mm
Overall height	285mm
Barrel length	650mm
Length of rifled bore	604mm
Weight of weapon	7.02 kg
Weight of magazine with 20/30 rounds	340g/480g
Weight of empty 20/30 round magazine	95g/113g
Ammunition Feed	Staggered magazines; 5-, 20, or 30-round capacity
Take-up weight	800g
Trigger pull weight	1500g
Take-up length	3.5mm
Trigger take-up	4.1mm

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