The standard US Army infantry rifle following the Civil War, converted from muzzleloader to breechloader using the trapdoor conversion system. Present at the Battle of Little Bighorn and throughout the Indian Wars. Type: Rifle Action: Single-Shot Caliber: 45-70 Govt Capacity: 1 Year introduced: 1873, USA Weight: 8.5 oz Overall length: 51.9" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Service