Sauer 303

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Sauer 303 Rifle Series
TypeSemi-automatic rifle
Service history
In service2006
Production history
DesignerJ.P. Sauer & Sohn
Designed2006
ManufacturerJ.P. Sauer & Sohn
Specifications
Mass3.25 kg (7.2 lb) to 3.35 kg (7.4 lb)
Length1,065 mm (41.9 in) to 115 mm (4.5 in)
Barrel  length510 mm (20 in) or 560 mm (22 in)

Caliber 7x64mm, .308 Win, .30-06, .300 Win Mag, 8x57mm IS, .338 Win Mag, 9.3x62mm
Feed system2 Round, Optional 5 Round magazine

The Sauer 303 is a semi-automatic rifle line available in calibers from 7x64mm to 9.3x62mm. [1]

The J. P. Sauer & Sohn company is a manufacturer of very high quality firearms and partnered with SIG (now Swiss Arms) in 1975 to create the Swiss/German based SIG Sauer company which is parent of the US based SIG Sauer. Like Swiss Arms, and SIG Sauer, J.P. Sauer & Sohn is also owned by de:L&O Holding

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References

  1. "J. P. Sauer & Sohn | Gewehre für Generationen". J. P. Sauer & Sohn.