The tubular magazine repeating version of the Gewehr 71, adding an 8-round magazine beneath the barrel while retaining the original 11mm black powder cartridge. Germany's first repeating rifle — obsolete within two years by the introduction of smokeless powder but important as proof of the magazine-fed bolt-action concept. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 11.15x60mmR Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 1884, Germany Weight: 112 oz Overall length: 44.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military