Sayad-2 Sniper
Iran2012 - Present
Iranian anti-materiel rifle based on Steyr HS .50
Primary Specifications
Caliber
12.7x99 mm
Heavy anti-materiel caliber
Weight (Empty)
12.4 kg
Muzzle Velocity
825 m/s
Standard .50 BMG velocity
Rate of Fire
5 rpm
Single shot for precision
Effective Range
1500 m
Long-range anti-materiel capability
Magazine
5-rd Box
Detachable box magazine
Quick Summary
What it is?
A heavy sniper rifle designed for anti-materiel and extreme range anti-personnel use
Who uses it?
IRGC Snipers, Quds Force, Proxy militias
Role
Anti-materiel, Long-range sniper, Vehicle defeat
What's different?
.50 caliber defeats light vehicles and structures
Why it matters?
Provides stand-off anti-armor capability to Iranian forces
Real-World Impact
1
Anti-Vehicle
Targeting military vehicles and equipment
2
Proxy Supply
Provided to Hezbollah and Houthi snipers
3
Border Defense
Long-range engagement along Iranian borders
4
IED Defeat
Detonating suspected IEDs at safe distance
Additional Features
Ambidextrous Controls
No
Operating System
Bolt-action
FAQs
1. Is it based on the Steyr HS .50?
Yes, reverse-engineered from Austrian design2. Is it effective?
3. What optics are used?
4. Has it been used in combat?
5. Can it defeat armored vehicles?
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