MKE JNG-90
Appearance
JNG-90 | |
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File:JNG-90.JPG JNG 90 with the bipod down. | |
Type | Sniper rifle |
Place of origin | |
Service history | |
In service | See Users |
Production history | |
Designer | MKEK |
Designed | 2004-2008 |
Manufacturer | MKEK |
Specifications | |
Cartridge | 7.62x51mm NATO |
Action | bolt-action |
Muzzle velocity | 860 m/s |
Effective firing range | 1000 m |
Feed system | 10-round magazine |
Sights | day or night optics |
JNG-90 is a bolt action sniper rifle used by the Turkish military. Development of the weapon first started back in 2004[1] to 2008.[2] It is also being offered for export.
Its nickname is Bora.[2]
History
MKEK began development of the JNG-90 in 2004. It made its public appearance in 2007 during the IDEF 2007 exhibition in Ankara, Turkey.[3] JNG-90 prototypes were seen equipped with German-made Schmidt & Bender telescopes.[4]
Design
The JNG-90, according to MKEK, was said to be accurate in terms of shooting 0.3 MOA groups at up to 100 meters range.[1][3] Picatinny rails are provided on the forend and on the upper receiver. The rifle also has an adjustable buttstock.
Users
Azerbaijan: Purchased unknown number of JNG-90s.[3]
Turkey: In use by the Turkish Armed Forces.[1]
References
- ^ a b c Max Popenker. "Bora JNG-90 sniper rifle (Turkey)". Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ^ a b "Fusil de precisión MKEK JNG-90" (in Spanish). ARMAS. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ^ a b c "Снайперская винтовка 7.62 mm JNG 90 Bora" (in Russian). Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ^ "Turkey develops infantry rifle and two snipers". Today's Zaman. Retrieved 2010-07-02.