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Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor .45-70

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The standard US Army rifle after the Civil War using Allin's trapdoor breech conversion in the purpose-built .45-70 Government cartridge.

Type: Rifle

Action: Single-Shot

Caliber: .45-70 Govt

Capacity: 1

Year introduced: 1873, USA

Weight: 144 oz

Overall length: 51.9"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military