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Mauser Model 1871

Gewehr 71

Mauser Model 1871

Description

The Mauser brothers' first rifle adopted by Germany, already using a metallic cartridge. It began the long Mauser line.

Historical use

  • Imperial German Army
  • War of the Pacific

Technical data

Year
1871
Service
1871–1888
Country
Germany
Maker
Mauser
Designer
Paul y Wilhelm Mauser
Type
Rifle
Mechanism
Bolt action
Calibre
11,15 × 60 mm R Mauser
Weight
4.5 kg
Length
1,350 mm

Source: Wikidata Q746430

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