TPG-1

The Unique Alpine TPG-1 [where "TPG" stands for German: Taktisches Präzisionsgewehr ("Tactical Precision Rifle")][1] is a modular, multi-caliber, tactical applications precision sniper rifle made in Bavaria / Federal Republic of Germany.[2][3] This rifle is part of the equipment of the Hungarian police.

Unique Alpine TPG-1
TypeSniper rifle
Place of originGermany
Production history
Designed2000
ManufacturerUnique Alpine AG
Produced2000 - 2014
No. built4500
Variants4
Specifications
Caliberfrom 5.56×45mm NATO up to .338 Lapua Magnum
Barrels650 mm (26 in)
700 mm (28 in) for .338 Lapua Magnum
ActionBolt action
Maximum firing range1500m
Feed system5 round detachable box magazine
SightsVariable telescopic sight

Users

References

  1. "Unique Alpine TPG-1". Modern Firearms: Sniper Rifle. World Guns. Archived from the original on 2011-10-22.
  2. Crane, David (2004-10-26). "Unique Alpine TPG-1 Modular Multi-Caliber Sniper Rifle for Tactical Apps". DefenseReview.com.
  3. Tecnología militar [Military Technology] (in Spanish). Vol. 25. Grupo Editorial Mönch. 2003. pp. 52–53.


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