IWI DAN .338
Israel2010 - Present
Israeli bolt-action sniper rifle for long-range precision
Primary Specifications
Caliber
8.6x70 mm
Long-range precision caliber
Weight (Empty)
5.9 kg
Muzzle Velocity
900 m/s
High velocity for flat trajectory
Rate of Fire
5 rpm
Manual cycling for accuracy
Effective Range
1500 m
Extended sniper engagement range
Magazine
5-rd Box
Detachable box magazine
Quick Summary
What it is?
A purpose-built sniper rifle designed for long-range precision elimination of high-value targets
Who uses it?
IDF Snipers, Sayeret Matkal, Special Operations
Role
Long-range precision fire, Counter-sniper, HVT elimination
What's different?
Optimized for .338 Lapua Magnum; lighter than competitors
Why it matters?
Provides stand-off capability against fortified positions and enemy snipers
Real-World Impact
1
Gaza Border Overwatch
Long-range observation and engagement along the security barrier
2
Counter-Sniper Operations
Eliminating enemy snipers threatening IDF positions
3
Special Operations
Precision strikes during Sayeret Matkal raids
4
Lebanon Border
Overwatch positions monitoring Hezbollah movements
Additional Features
Ambidextrous Controls
Configurable
Operating System
Bolt-action
FAQs
1. Why .338 Lapua instead of .50 BMG?
Better precision at range with less weight; .50 is for anti-materiel2. What is the maximum effective range?
3. What optics are used?
4. Is it suppressor compatible?
5. How does it compare to the Barrett MRAD?
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