The definitive buffalo hunting rifle, responsible for the near-extermination of the American bison from approximately 60 million animals to near-extinction in just 20 years. The powerful cartridges and accurate falling-block action allowed kills at 500-1,000 yards. Billy Dixon used one to make a confirmed 1,538-yard shot at the Second Battle of Adobe Walls in 1874. Type: Rifle Action: Falling Block Caliber: .45-70 Government Capacity: 1 Year introduced: 1871, USA Weight: 128 oz Overall length: 47" Status: Discontinued Intended use: hunting, civilian