OSV-96

The rifle is capable of engaging infantry at a distance of up to 1800 meters and can combat material targets at ranges up to 2500 meters. As an effective anti-sniper weapon, OSV-96 keeps the shooter outside of the effective range of conventional calibers providing a distinct advantage over lower caliber rifles. Specialized high-accuracy 12.7×108mm 7N34 59.0 gram FMJ and AP sniper cartridges have been developed for Russian .50-caliber sniper rifles such as this rifle. Large caliber machine gun cartridges can also be used for firing, but with limited accuracy. The OSV-96 folds in half in between the barrel/chamber and receiver compartments to shorten its length for ease of transportation. The rifle features a free-floating barrel in combination with a large muzzle brake to greatly decrease its recoil.

• V-94 (В-94 «Волга») - Prototype was developed by the KBP (Instrument Design Bureau) in the early 1990s[2]. V-94 was first revealed to the public in 1994. Initial muzzle energy is estimated to be 18860 J, while firing API ammunition (885 gr).[3]
• OSV-96 (ОСВ-96 «Взломщик») - Developed in 1996-2000, entered service in March 2000. Design utilizes a number of improvements, such as a redesigned stock, muzzle brake, and carrying handle.[4]

•  Belarus: Used by the special forces[5]
•  Egypt: Used by Egyptian special operation forces
•  India: Used by the naval special forces MARCOS[6]
•  Russia: Federal Security Service[4] and Ministry of Internal Affairs[4]
•  Syria: Used by both government and jihadist forces in the civil war.[1][7]
•  Vietnam: Used by the Vietnamese military, made under license by Z111 Factory.[8] Industrial name is SBT12M1.[9]
•  Iraq: Used by ISOF (Iraqi special operation forces)

• KSVK 12.7 - the OSV-96's service competitor
• Barrett M82 - American counterpart

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• Koll, Christian (2009). Soviet Cannon - A Comprehensive Study of Soviet Arms and Ammunition in Calibres 12.7mm to 57mm. Austria: Koll. p. 71. ISBN 978-3-200-01445-9.