FN Ballista

Country: BelgiumManufacturer: FN Herstal

Sniper rifleBelgium2012In service

Multi-calibre modular bolt-action precision rifle (.308 Win, .300 WM, .338 LM) intended for special forces and military snipers.

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ID — FN-BALLISTA
Designation

FN Ballista

FN Herstal
Caliber
.338 Lapua Magnum

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Identity

Designation
FN Ballista
Manufacturer
FN Herstal
Country
Belgium
Year
2012
Category
Sniper rifle
Status
In service

Ballistics

Caliber
.338 Lapua Magnum
Muzzle velocity
915 m/s
Effective range
1500 m

Dimensions

Barrel length
660 mm
Overall length
980 / 1200 mm
Empty weight
5.5 kg

Mechanics

Operating system
Bolt-action manuale
Bolt / action
Otturatore rotante a 3 tenoni

Feed

System
Caricatore amovibile
Standard capacity
10 rounds

Fire modes

SafeSemi-auto

Historical profile

Developed in collaboration with French firm PGM Précision and presented in 2012 to the professional military market.

The aluminium chassis allows calibre conversion in minutes without disturbing the optic's zero.

Folding adjustable stock, AR-15 compatible grip and quick-release barrel make it an extremely versatile platform.

Variants

.308 Win.300 Win Mag.338 Lapua Magnum

Key components

  • ●Stock — Shoulder rest.
  • ●Receiver — Weapon body with internal mechanisms.
  • ●Grip — Primary grip.
  • ●Magazine — Cartridge feed.
  • ●Barrel — Guides the projectile.

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