Designed to give French cavalry a simpler rifle than the complex Lebel, using a 3-round Mannlicher-style clip. The Berthier action was simpler and stronger than the Lebel, though its 3-round capacity was clearly inadequate. Evolved through the M1907/15 rifle and M1916 with an improved 5-round magazine. Used extensively in WWI. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 8x50R Lebel Capacity: 3 Year introduced: 1916, France Weight: 128 oz Overall length: 51.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military