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Because they are effective, accurate weapon.
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What are some guns that are not used in the military?
There are uhndreds of different types of guns, and only a few are used in the military. The military does not use double barreled shotguns, nor double barreled rifles. They do not use lever action rifles, and muskets have not been used in a long time.
Ameerican military rifle 22 cal?
The American Military has used 22 rifles from many manufacturers over the decades.
What are rifles used for today?
Hunting, target shooting, self defense, military, collecting.
What is the main caliber for the us military?
The main caliber for the US military is 5.56mm for rifles and 9mm for handguns.
Did the Confederacy use Hawken rifles?
Yes, in the early years of the US Civil war the South used hunting rifles such as the Hawken and Kentcuky rifles and shotguns due too the shortage of military rifles, they remained in service until 1863.
Were Remington 510 rifles ever training rifles?
the remington model 510 is a 22 plinking rifle used by adults and youth alike. they were not known to have been used by the military, but it's possible.
Is it illegal to sell a military gun to a cilvilian?
Yes, and no. The US Military does not sell guns to ANYONE. However, there are FORMER military rifles that are legally sold. This includes rifles used through the 1950s that are not fully automatic (machine guns). My very legal collection includes military rifles from Great Britain, Germany, Russia, Italy, Switzerland, the US, Columbia, Argentina, China and Japan.
What country used rifles in world war 1?
ALL nations that were involved in WW I used rifles. While the most common use was by Infantrymen, soldiers in all branches of the military would have reason to use rifles- whether they were artillery, Armor, Cavalry, or Supply personnel. Rifles (and handguns) were even used by pilots.
What is a 303 British?
It is the caliber of the cartridge used by Great Britain for many years in their military rifles. It is a rimmed cartridge.
Which is the oldest para military force in India?
assam rifles
Why were Garandoni air rifles not used in the Civil War?
Garandoni air rifles were not used in the Civil War because they were not widely available or adopted by military forces at the time. The technology of air rifles was still relatively new and unproven, and traditional firearms like rifles and muskets were already in use and more familiar to soldiers. Additionally, the range and power of air rifles at the time were not considered sufficient for military applications.
Can an ar15 shoot a bullet from an m16?
Most AR-type rifles are chambered for the 5.56x45 cartridge - the standard cartridge used by NATO (and also by several non-NATO) forces for their military's assault rifles. They can also chamber the .223 Remington cartridge, although a firearm with a dedicated .223 Remington chamber should not be used for military 5.56x45 ammunition.
