German semi-automatic service rifle adopted after experience with the Soviet SVT-40 highlighted the need for a self-loading rifle. Gas-operated with tilting bolt. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1943, Germany Weight: 98 oz Overall length: 44" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Sniper