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JMK Bora-12 Sniper Rifle

JMK Bora-12 Sniper Rifle

(291 words)
May 21, 2025

The JMK Bora-12 is Türkiye's first indigenous sniper rifle, developed by the Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation (MKE). Its design was completed between 2004 and 2008, and production began in 2008. This rifle was developed according to the needs of the General Command of Gendarmerie and is actively used by the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) and the Gendarmerie Special Operations (JÖH) units.Technical SpecificationsCaliber: 7.62×51 mm NATOOperation: Rotary mechanism (single shot)Barrel Lengt

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Mehmet Taştan

Mehmet Taştan

KNT-76 Semi-Automatic Sniper RifleKN

KNT-76 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle

(584 words)
December 8, 2025

KNT-76 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle is a domestically developed sniper rifle by Machine and Chemical Industry Inc. (MKE), chambered for 7.62×51 mm NATO ammunition and operating on a semi-automatic principle. Developed under Türkiye’s defense industry projects, the KNT-76 was specifically designed to meet the sniper requirements of the Turkish Armed Forces and security forces.Development Process and Design PrinciplesThe development of the KNT-76 was carried out in alignment with Türkiye’s vision f

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Faruk Suvay

Faruk Suvay

KN-12 Multi-Caliber Expert Sniper Rifle

KN-12 Multi-Caliber Expert Sniper Rifle

(449 words)
May 22, 2025

The KN-12 stands out as one of Türkiye's significant achievements in the defense industry. Developed by Makina ve Kimya Endüstrisi A.Ş. (MKE), this rifle has been incorporated into the inventory of the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK). Thanks to its multi-caliber structure, the KN-12 can adapt to various operational needs, offering high precision and modularity.Technical Specifications Caliber: 7.62x51 mm NATO and 8.59x69 mm (.338 Lapua Magnum) Operating Principle: Bolt-action (manual) Barrel Length:

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Mehmet Taştan

Mehmet Taştan

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