FR F1


The FR F1 is a sniper rifle used by French sharpshooters. It was manufactured by MAS. It has been upgraded to FR F2 standard, which is still in service with all branches of French armed forces.

Design

The FR F1 was designed around the 7.5×54mm MAS cartridge but versions in 7.62×51mm NATO also exist. It was equipped with a telescopic sight, French army standard issue being an Model 53 bis. Its practical range is 800 meters. It is a very accurate sniper rifle, due to its quality, rear locking helical lugs that cam the bolt forward during closure to obtain optimal cartridge seating, free-floating barrel and efficient combined muzzle brake/stabilizer that dampens the barrel vibrations.
The FR F1 utilizes the same basic bolt design as the older MAS-36 infantry rifle. The MAS-36 bolt action was however extensively modified and strengthened to reduce accuracy-inhibiting flex. The FR-F1 was fitted with a bipod with fully adjustable legs, mid-way along the length of the rifle.
Three variants have been produced: the sniper rifle model A, the Tir sportif model B and the Grande chasse, for Big-game hunting, with APX 804 sight.

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