--- title: MAM-15 Anti-Materiel Sniper Rifle slug: mam-15-anti-materiel-sniper-rifle-6e677 url: /detay/mam-15-anti-materiel-sniper-rifle-6e677 type: article language: English entity: primary: MAM-15 Anti-Materiel Sniper Rifle type: article disambiguation: Turkish MAM-15: Powerful .50 BMG anti-materiel sniper rifle. High accuracy, ergonomic design. Used by Turkish Armed Forces. categories: - name: Defense Industry Technologies slug: savunma-sanayi-teknolojileri url: /kategori/savunma-sanayi-teknolojileri tags: - 12.7×99 mm NATO - Anti-Materiel Rifle - MAM-15 - Defense Industry - Türkiye author: Mehmet Taştan created_at: 2025-05-25T19:20:25.853623+03:00 updated_at: 2025-05-30T10:38:57.618863+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/05/25/aCEz8D0rLL4gpbHUidER0MIwc75nqoFs.webp --- # MAM-15 Anti-Materiel Sniper Rifle ## KURE Information Cards ### KURE Information Card: MAM-15 ![j9wINXSDIPXBM3oU0kDw83xbi18FTXOp.webp](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/05/25/jdxAT73j0wU6zDclJosmpgYIiNFGzmju.webp) | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Manufacturer(s) | Makina ve Kimya Endüstrisi Kurumu (MKE) | | Weight(s)(Text) | 12.5 kg (without magazine) | | Key Features | High accuracy, effectiveness against armored targets, ergonomic design | | Stock | Foldable and adjustable up to 45 mm | | Trigger Pull | 15–25 Newtons (adjustable) | | Accuracy | 1 MOA | | Effective Range | 1,800 m | | Muzzle Velocity | 885 m/s | | Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds | | Overall Length | 1,210–1,478 mm (with stock extended) | | Barrel Length | 737 mm | | Operating Mechanism | Bolt-action | | Caliber | 12.7×99 mm NATO | ## Article Content Developed by MKE, the MAM-15 is Türkiye's first indigenously designed and nationally produced [anti-materiel sniper rifle](/en/detay/mam-15-antimateryal-keskin-nisanci-tufegi-70ff1/llms.txt). Using 12.7×99 mm NATO ammunition, this rifle is specifically designed to deliver highly effective shots against armored targets. Introduced at the [IDEF](/en/detay/idef-2025-b943b/llms.txt) fair in 2017, the MAM-15 entered mass production as of 2023. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/05/25/t7ybO1DbGdTR1PbmlqsWW9uF3Tjuxhst.png) *MAM-15 (MKE)* ### **Technical Specifications** - **Caliber:** 12.7×99 mm NATO (.50 BMG) - **Operating Mechanism:** Bolt-action - **Barrel Length:** 737 mm - **Overall Length:** 1,210–1,478 mm (with stock extended) - **Weight:** 12.5 kg (without magazine) - **Magazine Capacity:** 5 rounds - **Muzzle Velocity:** 885 m/s - **Effective Range:** 1,800 m - **Accuracy:** 1 MOA - **Trigger Pull:** 15–25 Newtons (adjustable) - **Rifling:** 8 grooves - **Stock:** Foldable and adjustable up to 45 mm ### **Design and Ergonomics** The MAM-15 is designed with a focus on shooter comfort and firing precision. Its adjustable stock and cheek rest allow adaptation to various user profiles. Both the trigger pull weight and grip distance can be adjusted according to the shooter's preferences. The recoil absorption system built into the stock reduces felt recoil, while the integrated monopod and adjustable bipod improve stability during firing. ### **Operational Use and Integration** The MAM-15 is actively used by the Turkish Armed Forces and the Gendarmerie General Command. It is especially preferred for neutralizing high-value targets such as armored vehicles, radar systems, and ammunition depots. Its compliance with NATO standards facilitates integration into international operations. Developed by MKE, the MAM-15 is Türkiye’s first indigenously designed and nationally produced anti-materiel sniper rifle. Chambered in 12.7×99 mm NATO, it is engineered for high-impact fire against armored targets. The MAM-15 was introduced at the [IDEF](/en/detay/international-defense-industry-fair-idef-d1331/llms.txt) fair in 2017 and entered mass production as of 2023. ### **Development and Production Process** The development of the MAM-15 began in the early 2010s, with the prototype unveiled at the 2017 IDEF fair. Prototype work was completed in 2019, and the rifle entered serial production in 2023. Its design was carried out at MKE’s Kırıkkale facilities, and the entire production process is conducted using fully domestic resources. ### **Significance** The MAM-15 stands as a key example of Türkiye’s localization and nationalization efforts in the defense industry. With its high precision, ergonomic design, and effectiveness against armored targets, it meets the demands of modern combat environments as a formidable anti-materiel sniper rifle. ## Academic Sources and References 1. Army Recognition. "MAM-15 MKE Anti-Materiel Sniper Rifle Turkey IDEF 11305172." Accessed May 8, 2025. https://armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/2017/mam-15-mke-anti-materiel-sniper-rifle-turkey-idef-11305172DefenceTurk. "MAM-15 Sniper Rifle." Accessed May 8, 2025. https://www.defenceturk.net/mam-15MKE. "MAM-15 Anti-Materiel Sniper Rifle." Accessed May 8, 2025. https://www.mke.gov.tr/Urunler/MAM-15-Antimateryal-Keskin-Nisanci-Tufegi/36MKE USA. "MAM-15." Accessed May 8, 2025. https://www.mkeusa.com/en-US/catalogue/rifles/mam-15/37/27Milli Savunma. "MAM-15 Sniper Rifle." Accessed May 8, 2025. https://www.millisavunma.com/mam-15-keskin-nisanci-tufegi/ ## Related Articles - [MPT-76](//detay/mpt-76-44f7f/llms.txt) - [Boran Howitzer](//detay/boran-howitzer-f0c03/llms.txt) - [KAI KF-21 Boramae](//detay/kai-kf-21-boramae-9d6b6/llms.txt)