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|name = 7.62 mm T93 Sniper Rifle |
|name = 7.62 mm T93 Sniper Rifle |
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|caption = T93 sniper rifle on display |
|caption = T93 sniper rifle on display |
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|origin = [[Republic of China]] (Taiwan) |
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|type = [[Sniper rifle]] |
|type = [[Sniper rifle]] |
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|is_ranged = yes |
|is_ranged = yes |
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|designer = 205th Armory |
|designer = [[205th Armory]] |
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|design_date = 2003 |
|design_date = 2003 |
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|cartridge = [[7.62 × 51 mm NATO]] |
|cartridge = [[7.62 × 51 mm NATO]] |
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|action = [[Bolt-action]] |
|action = [[Bolt-action]] |
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|range = Over 800 m ([[ammunition]]/[[sniper]]-dependent) |
|range = Over 800 m ([[ammunition]]/[[sniper]]-dependent) |
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[[File:ROCA Special Force Team ASSC 1.jpg|thumb|ROCA Special Force Team ASSC 1 demonstrates the T93 for Taiwanese President [[Tsai Ing-wen]]]] |
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[[File:Type 93 sniper rifle.jpg|thumb|Closeup of barrel]] |
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[[File:Defense.gov photo essay 101013-A-7341H-013.jpg|thumb|A Taiwanese army sniper, left, fires at targets as his spotter, right, provides him with correct range distances during the International Sniper Competition on Selby Hill, [[Fort Benning]], [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Ga.]], Oct. 13, 2010.]] |
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[[File:T93K1.jpg|thumb|A [[Republic of China Army]] soldier fires his T93K1 sniper rifle in training.]] |
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==History== |
==History== |
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It was first shown to the public during the 2007 Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition. The primary organization responsible for the development of this rifle is the 205th Armory, with technical assistance from unspecified domestic and foreign firms. |
It was first shown to the public during the 2007 [[Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition]]. The primary organization responsible for the development of this rifle is the 205th Armory, with technical assistance from unspecified domestic and foreign firms.<ref>{{cite book |title=Taiwan Army Weapon Systems Handbook Volume 1 Strategic Information and Weapon Systems |year=2010 |publisher=IBP USA |isbn=9781433061950}}</ref> |
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==Design== |
==Design== |
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By its appearance, the T93 is closely patterned after the [[M24 Sniper Weapon System]].<ref>http://www.libertytimes.com.tw/2008/new/sep/1/today-fo8.htm</ref> |
By its appearance, the T93 is closely patterned after the [[M24 Sniper Weapon System]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.libertytimes.com.tw/2008/new/sep/1/today-fo8.htm |title=Liberty Times |access-date=16 October 2012 |archive-date=27 August 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110827131409/http://www.libertytimes.com.tw/2008/new/sep/1/today-fo8.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref> It features a similar action with internal magazine. The barrel is floated for its entire length. One notable |
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departure from the M24 design is the absence of the front sight base. |
departure from the M24 design is the absence of the front sight base. The adjustable-length stock appears to be H-S Precision PST-25, but is said{{whom?|date=March 2024}} to have been redesigned using ergonomic measurements of Taiwanese soldiers.{{fact|date=March 2024}} |
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The adjustable-length stock appears to be H-S Precision PST-25, but is said to have been redesigned using ergonomic measurements of Taiwanese soldiers. |
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As displayed, the T93 prototype is equipped with a [[Leupold]] Ultra M3A riflescope on an extended Picatinny rail mount, allowing the use of night-vision equipment with the scope. The scope mount is similar to the McCann Industries MIRS, but lacks rails on either side. The bipod is a Harris Ultralight 1A2 Series. |
As displayed, the T93 prototype is equipped with a [[Leupold]] Ultra M3A riflescope on an extended Picatinny rail mount, allowing the use of night-vision equipment with the scope. The scope mount is similar to the McCann Industries MIRS, but lacks rails on either side. The bipod is a Harris Ultralight 1A2 Series.{{fact|date=April 2024}} |
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According to official news release, T93 scored a best 3-round group size of 0.3 [[Minute of arc|MOA]] at 800 meters during trials. It was not known whether factory match or hand-loaded ammunition was used. The rifle also passed endurance tests by firing 6,000 rounds without any failure. |
According to official news release, T93 scored a best 3-round group size of 0.3 [[Minute of arc|MOA]] at 800 meters during trials. It was not known whether factory match or hand-loaded ammunition was used. The rifle also passed endurance tests by firing 6,000 rounds without any failure.{{fact|date=March 2024}} |
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Another improved variant, '''T93K1''' had already entered serviced, its main modification is to the feeding method (the magazine type is changed to a 10-round magazine), and a silencer can be added to manually feed and eject the ammunition, which effectively shortens the feeding time and is beneficial for long-distance multi-target sniper missions, improved for urban combat needs.{{fact|date=March 2024}} |
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==Production and Usage== |
==Production and Usage== |
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Potential customers are scout sniper and special operations/anti-terrorism units in the military, as well as police SWAT units. |
Potential customers are scout sniper and special operations/anti-terrorism units in the military, as well as police SWAT units.{{fact|date=March 2024}} |
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In September 2008, the [[Republic of China Marine Corps]] announced it will procure 179 T93 rifles and over 100,000 rounds of sniper ammunition over the next two years. One hundred thirty-two rifles and 74,000 rounds of ammunition will be delivered in 2009, while the remaining 47 rifles and 26,000 rounds of ammunition will be delivered in 2010. Total procurement cost is approximately NT$120M (US$3.8M). |
In September 2008, the [[Republic of China Marine Corps]] announced it will procure 179 T93 rifles and over 100,000 rounds of sniper ammunition over the next two years. One hundred thirty-two rifles and 74,000 rounds of ammunition will be delivered in 2009, while the remaining 47 rifles and 26,000 rounds of ammunition will be delivered in 2010. Total procurement cost is approximately NT$120M (US$3.8M).{{fact|date=March 2024}} |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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* [[Sniper rifle#Distinguishing characteristics|Sniper rifle]] |
* [[Sniper rifle#Distinguishing characteristics|Sniper rifle]] |
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** [[M24 Sniper Weapon System]], a similar sniper rifle also used by [[Republic of China Army]].(7.62×51mm NATO) |
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** [[Sako TRG#Users|Sako TRG-22]] (.308 Winchester) |
** [[Sako TRG#Users|Sako TRG-22]] (.308 Winchester) |
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** [[Accuracy International AWM#Users|Accuracy International L115A3 AWM]] (.338 Lapua Magnum) |
** [[Accuracy International AWM#Users|Accuracy International L115A3 AWM]] (.338 Lapua Magnum) |
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** [[McMillan Tac-50#Variants|McMillan Tac-50]] (.50 BMG [12.7×99mm]) |
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** [[Denel NTW-20#Features|Denel NTW-20]] (14.5mm and 20mm) |
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** [[JS 7.62#History|JS 7.62]] (7.62×54mmR) |
** [[JS 7.62#History|JS 7.62]] (7.62×54mmR) |
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** [[Orsis T-5000]] (.338 Lapua Magnum) |
** [[Orsis T-5000]] (.338 Lapua Magnum) |
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** [[Zijiang M99]] (12.7×108mm) |
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** [[PTRS-41]] (14.5×114mm) |
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==References== |
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[[Category:7.62×51mm NATO rifles]] |
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[[Category:Bolt-action rifles]] |
[[Category:Bolt-action rifles]] |
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[[Category:Sniper rifles]] |
[[Category:Sniper rifles of Taiwan]] |
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[[Category:Weapons of the Republic of China]] |
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Latest revision as of 05:39, 23 June 2024
| 7.62 mm T93 Sniper Rifle | |
|---|---|
 T93 sniper rifle on display | |
| Type | Sniper rifle |
| Place of origin | Republic of China (Taiwan) |
| Production history | |
| Designer | 205th Armory |
| Designed | 2003 |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 7.62 × 51 mm NATO |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Effective firing range | Over 800 m (ammunition/sniper-dependent) |
| Feed system | 5-round internal magazine |
| Sights | Telescopic |
 | This article needs additional citations for verification. (January 2024) |
The T93 Sniper Rifle (Chinese: 七點六二公厘T93狙擊槍) is a 7.62×51mm bolt-action rifle designed and manufactured in Taiwan. It had an improved variant with 10-rounds magazine, called T93K1.
History
[edit]It was first shown to the public during the 2007 Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition. The primary organization responsible for the development of this rifle is the 205th Armory, with technical assistance from unspecified domestic and foreign firms.[1]
Design
[edit]By its appearance, the T93 is closely patterned after the M24 Sniper Weapon System.[2] It features a similar action with internal magazine. The barrel is floated for its entire length. One notable departure from the M24 design is the absence of the front sight base. The adjustable-length stock appears to be H-S Precision PST-25, but is said[according to whom?] to have been redesigned using ergonomic measurements of Taiwanese soldiers.[citation needed]
As displayed, the T93 prototype is equipped with a Leupold Ultra M3A riflescope on an extended Picatinny rail mount, allowing the use of night-vision equipment with the scope. The scope mount is similar to the McCann Industries MIRS, but lacks rails on either side. The bipod is a Harris Ultralight 1A2 Series.[citation needed]
According to official news release, T93 scored a best 3-round group size of 0.3 MOA at 800 meters during trials. It was not known whether factory match or hand-loaded ammunition was used. The rifle also passed endurance tests by firing 6,000 rounds without any failure.[citation needed]
Another improved variant, T93K1 had already entered serviced, its main modification is to the feeding method (the magazine type is changed to a 10-round magazine), and a silencer can be added to manually feed and eject the ammunition, which effectively shortens the feeding time and is beneficial for long-distance multi-target sniper missions, improved for urban combat needs.[citation needed]
Production and Usage
[edit]Potential customers are scout sniper and special operations/anti-terrorism units in the military, as well as police SWAT units.[citation needed]
In September 2008, the Republic of China Marine Corps announced it will procure 179 T93 rifles and over 100,000 rounds of sniper ammunition over the next two years. One hundred thirty-two rifles and 74,000 rounds of ammunition will be delivered in 2009, while the remaining 47 rifles and 26,000 rounds of ammunition will be delivered in 2010. Total procurement cost is approximately NT$120M (US$3.8M).[citation needed]
See also
[edit]- Sniper rifle
- M24 Sniper Weapon System, a similar sniper rifle also used by Republic of China Army.(7.62×51mm NATO)
- Sako TRG-22 (.308 Winchester)
- Accuracy International L115A3 AWM (.338 Lapua Magnum)
- JS 7.62 (7.62×54mmR)
- Orsis T-5000 (.338 Lapua Magnum)
References
[edit]- ^ Taiwan Army Weapon Systems Handbook Volume 1 Strategic Information and Weapon Systems. IBP USA. 2010. ISBN 9781433061950.
- ^ "Liberty Times". Archived from the original on 27 August 2011. Retrieved 16 October 2012.
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