| Steyr SSG 69 | |
|---|---|
 Steyr SSG 69 PI | |
| Type | Sniper rifle |
| Place of origin |  Austria
|
| Service history | |
| In service | 1969-present [1] |
| Used by | see Users |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Steyr Mannlicher |
| Produced | 1969-present |
| Variants | SSG 69 PI, SSG 69 PII, SSG 69 PIV |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 4 kg (8.82 lb) (SSG 69 PI) 4.2 kg (9.3 lb) (SSG 69 PII) 3.8 kg (8.4 lb) (SSG 69 PIV) |
| Length | 1,140 mm (44.9 in) (SSG 69 PI) 1,190 mm (46.8 in) (SSG 69 PII) [2] 1,003 mm (39.5 in) (SSG 69 PIV) |
| Barrel length | 650 mm (25.6 in) (SSG 69 PI, SSG 69 PII) 409 mm (16.1 in) (SSG 69 PIV) |
| Cartridge | 7.62x51mm NATO, .243 Winchester, .22-250 Remington (SSG 69 PII) [3] |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Muzzle velocity | varies by type of round used |
| Effective range | 800 m (875 yd) |
| Maximum range | 3,700 m (4,046 yd) |
| Feed system | 5-round rotary magazine |
| Sights | iron sights on SSG 69 PI telescopic sight |
The SSG 69 (Scharfschützengewehr 69 = Sniper Rifle 69) is a bolt-action sniper rifle produced by Steyr Mannlicher and serves as the standard sniper rifle for the Austrian Army.[4]
Adopted in 1969 (hence the designation), it was ahead of its time with the use of synthetics and cold hammer-forged barrels for durability. The SSG-69 is the Austrian Army's standard issue sniper rifle. The SSG-69 is also used by several law enforment organizations. The SSG is extremely accurate and several international competitions have been won using an SSG-69 with accuracy being sub 0.5 MOA. There are several variants made with mostly cosmetic differences, the only anomaly being the SSG-PIV using a 409 mm barrel with a 1:250 mm (1:10 inches) twist designed to handle heavy subsonic ammunition.
The bolt action uses rear-locking (in common with the SMLE), rather than the more common front-locking lugs. This, and the fact that it is only produced in the 'short action' length limits the chambering to non-magnum calibres, a legacy of a military weapon designed only to fire the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge. It is essentially a target/police/military weapon, however with its caliber and inherent accuracy, it lends itself to hunting requiring longer distance shots.
Diagram of the rotary 5-round SSG 69 magazine
An unusual feature is the standard rotary 5-round magazine. A 10-round staggered box is available as an accessory. Both are transparent-backed, immediately showing remaining capacity.
Users[edit | edit source]
Argentina[5]- Austria: In use with Austrian Army[4] and EKO Cobra.[6]
- Chile[7]
- Free Syrian Army: Fighters have acquired SSG 69 Snipers.[8]
- Greece[9]
- Iceland[10][verification needed]
- India[11]
- Indonesia: Used by the Kopaska
- Ireland: Army Ranger Wing.[12]
- Jordan[5]
- Republic of Korea[13]
- Netherlands: Marine Corps[14][15]
- Pakistan: Used by the Pakistan Army [16]
- Peru[5]
- Poland[17]
- Russia: Special forces use a small number.[citation needed]
- Singapore[18]
- Syria[5]
- Tunisia: Tunisian Land Army, U.S.G.N[19]
- Togo[5]
- United States: In use with BORTAC (United States Border Patrol).[citation needed]
Gallery[edit | edit source]
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See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ http://world.guns.ru/sniper/sn21-e.htm
- ↑ http://www.steyr-mannlicher.com/en/sporting-weapons/steyr-ssg-69/technical-data/
- ↑ Hogg, Ian (1989). Jane's Infantry Weapons 1989-90, 15th Edition. Jane's Information Group. p. 125. ISBN 0-7106-0889-6.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 �sterreichs Bundesheer - Waffen und Gerät - Scharfschützengewehr SSG 69
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Jones, Richard D. Jane's Infantry Weapons 2009/2010. Jane's Information Group; 35 edition (January 27, 2009). ISBN 978-0-7106-2869-5.
- ↑ Meyr, Eitan (January 06, 1999). "Special Weapons for Counter-terrorist Units". Jane's ��Law Enforcement. http://www.janes.com/security/law_enforcement/news/ipi/ipi0312.shtml. Retrieved 2009-09-26.[dead link]
- ↑ Gander, Terry J.; Hogg, Ian V. Jane's Infantry Weapons 1995/1996. Jane's Information Group; 21 edition (May 1995). ISBN 978-0-7106-1241-0.
- ↑ picture showing an FSA member sniping with a STEYR SSG 69 in Syria.
- ↑ http://greekmilitary.net/Greek%20Troops/Steyr%20SSG%207.62mm%20Sniper%20rifle.jpg
- ↑ "Með Glock 17 og MP5". Fréttatíminn. 23. 09. 2011. p. 12-14.
- ↑ http://www.hindustantimes.com/Anti-Naxal-ops-Snipers-make-maiden-entry/H1-Article1-735772.aspx
- ↑ http://www.tactical-life.com/special-weapons/ireland%E2%80%99s-army-rangers/
- ↑ http://www.asiae.co.kr/news/view.htm?idxno=2011081807265620151
- ↑ Materiel of the Netherlands Marine Corps (Dutch)
- ↑ Royal Netherlands Marine Corps, Dutch core Expeditionary Force
- ↑ "Pakistan Army". http://www.defence.pk/pakistan-army/.
- ↑ Kocha�ski, Stanis�aw (1992). Jrygady antyterrorystyczne Operacje Uzbrojenie. SIGMA NOT. ISBN 83-85001-66-2.
- ↑ http://www.mindef.gov.sg/cyberpioneer/backissues_nov04_01.htm
- ↑ http://www.defence.pk/forums/military-photos-multimedia/183763-tunisian-special-forces-exclusive-inclusive.html
External links[edit | edit source]
- [http://www.steyr-mannlicher.com/en/sportwaffen/steyr-ssg-69/ Steyr Mannlicher ��official page]
- Steyr SSG 69 manual
- Modern Firearms
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