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  Modern Firearms - Accuracy International AS50 sniper rifle
The AS50 fifty caliber (12.7mm) sniper / antimateriel rifle is the latest development of the famous British company Accuracy International Ltd. First displayed in January 2005 in USA at the ShotShow-2005, this rifle reportedly has been developed especially for US SOCOM users, and is now being tested by the US NAVY Special Operations center.
The AS50 is to provide combat operators with highly accurate and rapid aimed fire at extended ranges.
Rifle is fed using single stack detachable box magazines, which holt five rounds of ammunition.
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The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare rifle is a family of bolt-action sniper rifle designed and manufactured by the British company Accuracy International.
Most Arctic Warfare rifles are chambered for 7.62 mm NATO rounds, but can also be fitted for the 5.56 mm rounds.
Arctic Warfare is a line of 5 rifles.
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  Sniper Rifles
Accuracy International has taken several approaches to suppressing their rifles.
One was a purpose built design known as the 'Covert'; however, many prefer to attach the suppressor of their choice to the threaded barrel of the Arctic Warfare model.
Along with high accuracy and the substantial range of fire, the weapon had to be lightweight, compact, and capable of semiautomatic fire.
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  Accuracy International Arctic Warfare - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare rifle is a family of bolt-action sniper rifle designed and manufactured by the British company Accuracy International.
The Accuracy International PM (Precision Marksman) rifle was entered into a British competition in the early 1980s as a replacement for the Lee-Enfield derived sniper rifles then in use by the British Army (e.g.
Most Arctic Warfare rifles are chambered for 7.62 mm NATO rounds, but can also be fitted for the 5.56 mm rounds.
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 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Accuracy International
Accuracy International is a British firearms manufacturer, best known for producing the Accuracy International AWM rifle.
Results of the accuracy assessment indicate the ability of the NLCD to meet data requirements for applications at the regional to continental scale, which is the primary objective of the mapping project (Yang et al., in press).
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare Magnum (also seen Accuracy International AW SM) is a variant of the Accuracy International Arctic Warfare upgraded with a longer rifle barrel and a bigger chamber to accommodate the larger caliber ammunition such as the.338 Lapua magnum.
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 Arctic Warfare - tScholars.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-30)
Arctic Warfare refers to a group of sniper rifles that use several different bullet calibres.
Accuracy International's rifle won the deal and the weapon was further developed to suit the British Army, the final result was the L96.
Built by Accuracy International of Portsmouth, England, this line of rifles is among the best in the world of sniper rifles today.
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 Accuracy International Arctic Warfare - tScholars.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-30)
The AI entrant, dubbed the Arctic Warfare, was adopted by Sweden as the PSG-90.
The regular Arctic Warfare rifle uses 7.62 mm NATO rounds, but it can also be fitted for the 5.56 mm cartridge.
L96; The Arctic Warfare series was developed from this rifle (originally the AI PM).
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 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Accuracy International Arctic Warfare
The Accuracy International PM (Precision Magazine) rifle was entered into a British competion in the early 1980s to replacement for the Lee-Enfield derived sniper rifles then in use by the British Army (e.g.
Accuracy International's name for this rifle was the PM; the Army designated it as the L96.
Arctic warfare is a term used to describe conflict that takes place in an exceptionally cold climate.
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 Accuracy International Arctic Warfare   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-30)
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare rifle is a bolt-action sniper rifle designed by the British company Accuracy International.
The rifle is equipped with a bipod and monopod in the butt.
The Arctic Warfare rifle uses 7.62 NATO rounds, but can also be fitted for the 5.56 rounds.
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 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: L96
The L96 is a precision rifle or sniper rifle produced by the British firm Accuracy International.
L96 is the army's designation, it was known as, and derived from, the Accuracy International PM rifle.
Firearms stubs The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare Magnum (also seen Accuracy International AW SM) is a variant of the British Accuracy International Arctic Warfare upgraded with a longer rifle barrel and a bigger chamber to accommodate the larger caliber ammunition such as the.
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 Arctic warfare - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
Arctic · Desert · Jungle · Mountain · Urban
One must note the distinction between alpine and arctic warfare - Arctic war does not always take place in mountainous terrain.
Arctic warfare is quite uncommon due to the general lack of resources or development in a cold climate area, but arctic warfare has sometimes occurred on a seasonal basis.
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Recognition and acknowledgement by DON/DOD of new threats presented by changes in the Arctic seascape is required to generate the necessary momentum to sustain an active interest in developing a strategic plan that includes prudent resourcing in future POM cycles to acquire the unique capabilities required to operate in the hostile environment of the Arctic.
While the warfare sponsors must remain aware of resource limitations as they promote their programs, they must now plan to resource to the 100 percent validated requirement, and provide an assessment of risk should they be unable to do that.
The Arctic is described in many basic geography textbooks as a desert due to the low precipitation rates; however, it is a desert that frequently looks like a bog as the ice-rich permafrost near the surface prevents infiltration of surface soil moisture to deeper groundwater.
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 Accuracy International AWM - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The AWM (Arctic Warfare Magnum) is a sniper rifle manufactured by Accuracy International.
The AWM is a variant of the British Accuracy International Arctic Warfare (AW).
It has a longer barrel and larger chamber to accommodate the larger caliber ammunition such as.338 Lapua magnum and.300 Winchester Magnum.
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 Laws Of Armed Conflict And Environmental Protection: An Analysis Of Their Inter-Relationship - [2001] ISILYBIHRL 5
Greater environmental destruction in modern warfare and the development of the technological capacity for greater destruction of the environment in the modern age are the two dangerous trends.
The International Law Commission believes that it is a principle of international law that states should refrain from activities that may cause harm to other states in the use of international watercourses and that states have an obligation not to pollute such streams.
The environmental impact of chemical warfare is particularly serious in cases of use of herbicides-chemical defoliants such as those used in the Vietnam war by U.S.A. to destroy enormous stretches of tropical jungle.
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 Accuracy International AW
Accuracy International AW Accuracy International AW (Arctic Warfare) sniper rifle (English designat.: L96A1) :
The AW model is the basis for all other members of the Arctic Warfare family.
Specific modifications to suit the Australians include: a Schmidt and Bender 3xl2 power day telescope with a 50 nun AO, the folding stock, a butt spike, a cheek piece, a quick-release sight mount, a Picatinny rail, and the ability to accept any Australian Army sighting (day or night) equipment.
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 Accuracy International's AWP: Unconventional is a good description of both the appearance and performance of this ...
Accuracy International's AWP: Unconventional is a good description of both the appearance and performance of this precision rifle from the U.K
The Accuracy International AWP is one of very few rifles designed from the get-go to be a sniper rifle.
In contrast, every component of the Accuracy International AWP was designed from the outset for one purpose only -- to culminate in a production rifle that would raise the standard of long range performance to a new and higher level.
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 ipedia.com: Accuracy International AWM Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-30)
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare Magnum is a variant of the Accuracy International Arctic Warfare upgraded with a longer rifle barrel and a bigger chamber to accomidate the larger.338 lapua m...
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare Magnum (also seen Accuracy International AW SM) is a variant of the Accuracy International Arctic Warfare upgraded with a longer rifle barrel and a bigger chamber to accomidate the larger.338 lapua magnum rounds.
The AWP, or the Arctic Warfare Police differs in that it has a fl finish and is chambered for 7.62mm NATO ammunition, among other changes.
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 Accuracy International Arctic Warfare
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare rifle is a bolt-action sniper rifle designed by the British company Accuracy International;alternately it refers to the whole family of AW rifles.
The regular Arctic Warfare rifle uses 7.62 mm NATO rounds, but can also be fitted for the 5.56 mm rounds.
L96; The Arctic Warfare series was developed from this rifle (orginally the AI PM).
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 Snipers Paradise
Trained as an engineer, he started Accuracy International in 1978 and involved himself in various activities within the firearms industry, including development of a match rifle for international competition.
After a competitive evaluation, Accuracy International was awarded a contract to supply 1,238 rifles to the British armed forces in 1984.
In 1990, a contract was awarded to Accuracy International for 1,105 AW rifles, which are designated the PSG 90 by Sweden.
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 POW Times - Keeping The Clan Informed
The Accuracy International Arctic Warfare Magnum is a variant of the Accuracy International Arctic Warfare upgraded with a longer rifle barrel and a bigger chamber to accommodate the larger.338 Lapua magnum rounds.
The AWP, or the Arctic Warfare Police differs from the AWM in so far as it has a fl finish and is chambered for 7.62 mm NATO ammunition, among other minor changes.
This is a version of the Arctic Warfare (AW) sniper rifle, which itself was an improvement of the L96.
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 Weapons
While users quickly noticed the high accuracy potential along with the controllable recoil provided by the closed bolt operation with the roller-locked breach, it was theorized that the design would not be robust enough for infantry use.
It retains almost all of the accuracy of its larger sibling, yet it is roughly the size of a CAR15.
The 92FS has a stellar reputation for accuracy and reliability, and as long as the user has large enough hands, it is an excellent choice for a 9x19mm pistol.
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 Sniper Rifles Twilight 2000
AW50: The AW50 rifle is based on the same design and ergonomic principles as the other rifles in the AW family, made by Accuracy International, and is constructed to function reliably with all the various natures of commercial and ex-military stock.50 caliber ammunition.
Accuracy International has made a breakthrough with the AW series rifles.
Arctic Warfare / L96A1: In mid-1980s Sweden forces began their own quest for the new sniper rifle, that could survive heavy nordic environments.
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 Accuracy International Arctic Warfare resource page
The AI entrant, dubbed the Arctic Warfare, was adopted by Sweden as the PSG-90.
The regular Arctic Warfare rifle uses 7.62 mm NATO rounds, but it can also be fitted for the 5.56 mm cartridge.
L96; The Arctic Warfare series was developed from this rifle (originally the AI PM).
www.wordipedia.com /Accuracy_International_Arctic_Warfare.php   (654 words)

  
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In the Arctic — I would pass up single action revolvers with super tight tolerances in the case of a lock-up.
Accuracy International L96 / Arctic Warfare Magnum series (UK) in a folder configuration is a specialty purpose sniper rifle designed purposely for Arctic conditions.
Arctic Warfare is a line of 5 rifles.
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 Accuracy International Arctic Warfare Resource Page - Accuracy International Arctic Warfare
It Accuracy International Arctic Warfare is said that the rifle can kill a polar bear with one shot.
Rifling, which first made an appearance in the 18th century, is the process of making grooves in gun barrels for increased accuracy and range.
Bullets fired from rifled weapons acquire a distinct signature of grooves, scratches, and indentations which are somewhat unique to the weapon used.
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