The Steyr SSG 69 is Austria's military sniper rifle and one of the most influential precision bolt-action designs of the 20th century. Its cold hammer-forged barrel, single-stage trigger adjustable for weight and travel, and Cyclopean rear aperture sight represent 1969-era engineering excellence. The stock's Mannlicher-style design with integrated cheekpiece adjustment predated most adjustable-stock precision rifles by decades. Used by Austrian, Greek, Saudi, and multiple other militaries. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .308 Win Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1969, Austria Weight: 8.6 oz Overall length: 44.9" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Military / Defense, Law Enforcement, Long-Range Shooting, military, competition