The Galil Sniper is a semi-automatic designated marksman rifle built on the Galil ARM action, featuring a bipod, laminate thumbhole stock, and a mounting rail for the Nimrod 6x40 scope. Used by Israeli snipers for the designated marksman role at ranges up to 600 meters. The semi-auto action provides faster follow-up capability than bolt rifles in the same role. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .308 Win Capacity: 25 Year introduced: 1982, Israel Weight: 14.1 oz Overall length: 43.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military / Defense, Law Enforcement