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The USMC utilized a bolt action rifle thru-out the war (probably 7.62mm NATO/.308 Winchester caliber). The USA used an M14 service rifle, called the XM21 weapon's system; "X" stood for experimental. USA sniper's were issued these "specially hand fitted" M14s along with 5 brand new (still in their sealed aluminum bag) steel magazines, and a new Redfield adjustable ranging 3 X 9 power rifle scope. A well used and nearly worn out starlight scope with mount was also issued. Those XM-21's used MATCH grade ammunition; the word "Match" was engraved upon the head of each shell, and the cardboard boxes of 20 rds was white with red lettering saying MATCH on them. Easy to identify, considering all other small arms ammo in the military came in standard brown cardboard boxes with black lettering. Match ammo was in 7.62mm NATO (.308 Winchester). For the USA, primarily infantry battalions were authorized snipers, 8 men per battalion (assigned to HHC/Headquarters and Headquarters Company), making four teams. During special operations, such as Lam Son 719 in 1971; Armor and Cavalry squadrons were authorized sniper sections within their headquarters companies. Their primary mission was protecting the battalion's/squadron's tanks and ACAVs by terminating NVA RPG & Sapper teams.
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∙ 9y agoThe Vietnam War was a transitioning phase for US Military snipers; meaning that military snipers, for the first time in US history, were becoming a permanent part of the US military system...instead of being de-activated each time a war ended. With this "transitioning phase" in mind, the US Army was not totally interested sniper rifles, and adapted the standard issue M14 US service rifle as their official sniper rifle...and re-designated it as the XM21 weapons system (Experimental Model 21 sniper rifle). It fired the same cartridge, the 7.62mm NATO round, only...as with the rifle itself, it was "tuned up" abit, had the word "Match" stamped onto the head (bottom) of the .308's brass cartridge case. The USMC used civilian bolt action hunting rifles from both Winchester and Remington manufacturing companies; the Marines ALWAYS took their riflemanship seriously, and indeed, it was the USMC that established America's first "permanent" military sniper school in 1969. As with the XM21 sniper rifle, the US Army was slow to adapt accurate sniper rifles and created their first sniper school YEARS later, long after the USMC had established their school.
Well, many. But an example is the m14.
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∙ 12y agoSpringfield M1903A3, Winchester Model 70, Remington M40 (modified Remington 700), XM21 (modified M14).
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Is a m40 a submachinegun?
No its a sniper of the vietnam war
What sniper rifles were used by US Marines in World War 2?
Springfield The M1903-A1 and M1903-A4 .30-06 rifles with a variety of scopes were used by most US snipers during WW 2. The Unertl 8X was the scope preferred by the USMC. the military also made limited use of M1 garand sniper rifles.
What sniper rifles were used by US Marines in 1965?
They definitely would have had the M1903A6, the sniper version of the Springfield 1903, and possibly the sniper version of the M1 Garand. Both fired the .30-06 round. The M21 (sniper version of the M14) did not arrive until 1969, and the Remington M40 did not see service until 1966. In 1965 the most commonly used rifles were the M1903A6, M-1D Garand and the Winchester Model 70, all chambered in 30.06. By 1967-1968 the Winchester Model 70 was being replaced by the Remington 700 in .308.
What weapons did the people in world war 2 use?
Assault Rifles: L85A2, Ak74M, Scar H SMG's: MP7A1, Uzi, SR-2M Veresk Shotguns: Benelli M10A1, Spas-12, AA12 Sniper Rifles: AWM, TPG-1, Dragunov SVD There ya go mate, these weapons are used across WW2 and used by different sides.
Did the marine snipers use hollow point rounds in Vietnam?
Officially, like the US Army snipers which used "Match" full metal jacketed bullets in their XM-21s (M14 US Rifles) in Vietnam, the Corps was also governed by the Geneva rules of war.
What caliber were the sniper rifles in Vietnam?
By which side? The US and its allies used 7.62x51 for their sniper rifles. The North Vietnamese typically used 7.62x54R for theirs.
Is it legal to own a sniper rifle in Kentucky?
You will have to define the term "Sniper rifle". It could mean anything. The only TRUE sniper rifle is a rifle issued to a sniper. They are simply rifles that are capable of long range accurate shooting. The rifles used by US military snipers during the Vietnam was were simply civilian hunting rifles with decent telescopes.
What stores have sniper rifles for hunting?
A sniper rifle is simply a rifle used by a military sniper. Just about every gun shop will carry hunting rifles. The type will vary depending on what you are hunting- squirrels, rabbit, deer, turkey, bear, elk or elephants. What you are calling a "sniper rifle" is simply a bolt action center fire rifle with a telescope.
Can you get replacement springs for airsoft sniper rifles?
Yes. You can get replacement springs for airsoft sniper rifles.
Were any 30.06 rock island armory used as sniper rifles?
Yes
What side of the Iraqi war uses the sniper rifle?
Mainly the US and it's allies, but all sides have used sniper rifles.
Best sniper in mw2?
This is subjected to opinion but they most used sniper rifles are the Barret 50. Cal and the Intervention. The Intervention is the more commonly used of the two so it is considered the best sniper rifle.
What are different types of guns used in the airforce?
shotguns to handguns to sniper rifles etc...
When did the marines use the M14?
the m14 came into use just before the Vietnam war but scince it was heavy and the recoil was bad in full automatic it quickly was replaced by the M16 but still used it as a sniper rifle and marines today are dusting off old m14s and using them as sniper rifles
Where are paintball sniper rifles sold?
Paintball sniper rifles are sold anywhere ammunition and gun supplies are sold. Walmart carries paintball rifles and accessories as well in most of their stores.
Where can one find information on sniper rifles?
Local stores that sell guns or weapons will have a variety of information for an consumer with questions about sniper rifles. Academy and Wal-Mart are two different providers of guns and weapons who also sell sniper rifles.
When were sniper rifles invented?
It is believed that sniper rifles were invented around 1857 with the advent of the Enfield rifle. This rifle was then surpassed by the Whitworth rifle which became the first long range sniper rifle.
