Infantry Rifles and Battle Rifles

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	M1891 Argentine Mauser	A bolt-action rifle designed by Mauser for the Argentine military. It was reliable and accurate, becoming a standard infantry rifle for Argentina and influencing later Mauser designs.
	M1909 Argentine Mauser	An improved version of the M1891, chambered in 7.65x53mm. It featured better sights, a stronger action, and was one of the last Mauser models adopted by Argentina.
	M1895 Mannlicher	An Austrian straight-pull bolt-action rifle designed by Ferdinand Mannlicher. It was used extensively by Austro-Hungarian forces during World War I and is known for its unique straight-pull action.
	Steyr M1912 Mauser	The Steyr M1912 Mauser is an Austrian produced copy of the Mauser 1898 rifle. It was produced largely for export, and used by various South American countries including Chile and Colombia, chambered in 8mm Mauser.
	M1867 Werndl-Holub	An Austrian single-shot breech-loading rifle designed by Josef Werndl and Karel Holub. It was adopted by the Austro-Hungarian army and was known for its robust design and the use of a rotating block breech mechanism.
	M1867 Wanzl	An Austrian conversion of the Lorenz M1854 rifled musket into a breech-loading rifle. It was an interim solution to modernize older rifles before the adoption of more advanced breech-loading designs like the Werndl.
	Kropatschek rifle	The Kropatschek rifle is a bolt-action rifle featuring a tubular magazine, adopted by Portugal and France in the late 19th century. Its innovative magazine design influenced subsequent military rifles.
	Mannlicher M1888	The Mannlicher M1888 is an Austrian straight-pull bolt-action rifle chambered in 8x50mmR, featuring a clip-loading system. It served as the standard Austro-Hungarian service rifle leading up to World War I.
	Mannlicher M1886	The Mannlicher M1886 is an early Austrian repeating rifle chambered in 11mm black powder cartridges, featuring an internal box magazine using en bloc clips. It represented a significant advancement in firepower over single-shot rifles of its era.
	FN FAL	"A Belgian battle rifle designed by FN Herstal and one of the most widely used rifles of the 20th century. Chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO, the FAL earned the nickname ""The Right Arm of the Free World"" due to its use by NATO and other Western-aligned forces during the Cold War."
	M1867 Albini-Braendlin	A Belgian single-shot, breech-loading rifle, adopted by several European armies. It featured a falling block action and was chambered in various calibers, representing a step towards more modern firearms technology.
	M1870 Comblain	Another Belgian single-shot, breech-loading rifle, designed by Hubert-Joseph Comblain. It was adopted by several countries and is known for its robust and simple design, using a falling block mechanism for reliable operation.
	M1889 Belgian Mauser	A Belgian bolt-action rifle, one of the first Mauser designs to feature a box magazine. It was influential in the development of subsequent Mauser rifles and was widely used in Europe.
	FN24 Mauser	A Belgian bolt-action rifle based on the Mauser 98, produced by Fabrique Nationale (FN). It was used by several countries and appreciated for its reliability and accuracy.
	FN49	The Fabrique Nationale Model 1949 (FN-49) is a Belgian semi-automatic rifle designed by Dieudonne Saive and used by several countries in the mid-20th century. Chambered in various calibers, it was one of the last successful semi-automatic military rifles before the widespread adoption of select-fire battle rifles.
	Ross Rifle Mk II	A Canadian straight-pull bolt-action rifle used during World War I. While it was accurate, it was prone to jamming in the muddy conditions of trench warfare, leading to its eventual replacement.
	Type 24 Chiang Kai-shek rifle	A Chinese bolt-action rifle based on the German Mauser Gewehr 98 design. Chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser, it was the standard-issue rifle for Nationalist Chinese forces during the Second Sino-Japanese War and World War II.
	Mukden Arsenal Mauser	A variant of the Mauser rifle produced at the Mukden Arsenal in Manchuria. It was typically chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser and saw use in various conflicts involving Chinese forces in the early 20th century.
	Hanyang 88	A Chinese copy of the German Gewehr 88, produced at the Hanyang Arsenal. The Hanyang 88 was chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser and served as the standard rifle of the Chinese military from the late 19th century until the mid-20th century. It saw extensive use during the Chinese Civil War and the Second Sino-Japanese War.
	ZH-29/ZH-32 Rifle	A Czech semi-automatic rifle from the interwar period, chambered in 7.92mm Mauser. It was one of the first semi-automatic rifles considered for military service.
	Vz24 Mauser	A Czech bolt-action rifle based on the German Mauser 98. It was widely exported and used by various countries, known for its robustness and accuracy.
	Madsen M47	A Danish-designed bolt-action rifle, produced briefly for export before discontinued for obselecence
	M89 Danish Krag-Jorgensen	The M89 Krag-Jorgensen is an early version of the Danish bolt-action rifle featuring an innovative side-loading magazine. It served as Denmark's standard service rifle in the late 19th century and saw limited combat use.
	Hakim	The Hakim is an Egyptian semi-automatic rifle, a licensed version of the Swedish AG m/42, chambered in 8x57mm Mauser. It was used by Egyptian forces in the 1950s and 1960s.
	Finnish M39 Mosin-Nagant	The Finnish M39 is an improved version of the Mosin-Nagant rifle, renowned for its exceptional accuracy and rugged construction. It served as Finland's primary infantry rifle during the Winter War and World War II.
	Fusil Automatique Modele 1917	A French semi-automatic rifle used during World War I. Chambered in 8mm Lebel, it was one of the first semi-automatic rifles to see combat use, though it faced reliability issues in the field.
	M1874 Gras	A French bolt-action rifle that was the standard service rifle of the French Army during the late 19th century. It was the first French rifle to use a metallic cartridge.
	M1866 Chassepot	A French bolt-action rifle that was the standard infantry weapon during the Franco-Prussian War. It was notable for its use of a paper cartridge and needle-firing mechanism, which gave it a significant range and rate of fire advantage over earlier muzzle-loading rifles.
	M1886 Lebel	A French bolt-action rifle, the first to use smokeless powder cartridges, which revolutionized military small arms. The Lebel was the standard French infantry rifle during World War I, known for its accuracy and range.
	MAS 36	A French bolt-action rifle adopted in 1936, the MAS 36 was chambered in 7.5x54mm French and served as the standard infantry rifle for the French military during World War II and beyond. It was known for its simplicity, durability, and ease of use, with a short, robust design suited for modern warfare.
	MAS 49/56	An updated version of the French MAS 49 semi-automatic rifle, the MAS 49/56 was introduced in 1956. It retained the 7.5x54mm French chambering and featured a shorter barrel and integrated grenade launcher. The MAS 49/56 was widely used by French forces in the post-World War II period, including in colonial conflicts.
	Mle 1853/67 Tabatiere	A French single-shot breech-loading rifle, converted from older muzzle-loading muskets. It was chambered in a large-caliber rimfire cartridge and used primarily in the mid-to-late 19th century.
	Mauser M1871/84	A German bolt-action rifle that was an improvement over the earlier Mauser Model 1871. It featured a tubular magazine, which allowed for multiple rounds to be loaded.
	Mauser K98k	A German bolt-action rifle that served as the primary service rifle for the German military during World War II. It was highly regarded for its accuracy and reliability.
	M1888 Commission Rifle	Also known as the Gewehr 88, this German rifle was developed by the German Rifle Commission. It was one of the first rifles to use a small-bore, smokeless powder cartridge and featured a Mannlicher-style magazine. It was the standard German infantry rifle until replaced by the Gewehr 98.
	M1841 Dreyse Needle-Gun	A revolutionary Prussian bolt-action rifle that used a needle firing pin to ignite a paper cartridge. It was one of the first breech-loading rifles, giving the Prussian Army a significant advantage in the mid-19th century.
	G3	A German battle rifle developed in the 1950s by Heckler & Koch. The G3 is chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO and is known for its roller-delayed blowback mechanism, which provides reliability and accuracy. It became the standard rifle for the Bundeswehr and has been widely adopted by various military forces worldwide.
	Podewils M1858/67	An updated, breech-loading version of the original Podewils M1858, modified in 1867 to use paper cartridges. This upgrade improved loading speed and reliability.
	Mauser Gew. 98	A German bolt-action rifle introduced in 1898 and used as the standard infantry weapon during World War I. The Gewehr 98 was chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser and known for its accuracy and durability. It became one of the most influential rifle designs in history, leading to various derivatives and influencing other military rifles.
	Gewehr 41	A semi-automatic rifle used by Germany during World War II, known as the Gewehr 41. It was designed to offer semi-automatic capabilities but was plagued by complex mechanics and reliability issues.
	Karabiner 43	Also known as the Karabiner 43 or K43, a semi-automatic rifle used by Nazi Germany during World War II. It was an improved version of the Gewehr 41, known for its simpler design and better reliability.
	FG 42	The FG 42 was a selective-fire battle rifle developed for German paratroopers during World War II, combining lightweight construction with high firepower. It was innovative for its time but produced in limited numbers due to its complex design and cost.
	M1903 Mannlicher-Schonauer	An Austrian bolt-action rifle, known for its smooth action and rotary magazine. It was popular among hunters and was used by various military forces.
	FEG 35M	A Hungarian bolt-action rifle based on the Mannlicher design, chambered in 8x56mmR. It was used by Hungarian forces during World War II and known for its ruggedness.
	Gewehr 98/40	A Hungarian adaptation of the German Kar98k rifle, chambered in 7.92mm. It was issued to Hungarian forces as a standard-issue rifle during World War II.
	Ishapore 2A	An Indian version of the Lee-Enfield rifle, chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO. Produced at the Ishapore Rifle Factory in the 1960s, it was designed for more modern ammunition while maintaining the robust Lee-Enfield action.
	M1891 Carcano	An Italian bolt-action rifle used extensively during both World Wars. It was known for its reliability and was the standard service rifle for the Italian army.
	M1870/87/16 Vetterli	An Italian bolt-action rifle that began as a single-shot and was later modified to a repeater with the addition of a Vitali magazine. It served as a standard rifle for Italian forces in the late 19th century.
	BM59	An Italian battle rifle developed by Beretta, essentially a modified version of the M1 Garand that was chambered for 7.62x51mm NATO. The BM59 featured a detachable magazine and selective-fire capability, making it a versatile weapon for both military and civilian use.
	Armaguerra Mod. 39 rifle	The Armaguerra Mod. 39 is an Italian semi-automatic rifle chambered in 6.5x52mm Carcano, designed for rapid production during World War II. Though innovative in design, production was limited due to wartime constraints.
	Type 38 Arisaka	A Japanese bolt-action rifle used by the Imperial Japanese Army during both World Wars. It was known for its strong construction and reliability.
	Type 99 Arisaka	A Japanese bolt-action rifle used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. It was an improvement over the earlier Type 38 Arisaka and was known for its strength and durability.
	Mondragon M1908	A Mexican semi-automatic rifle designed by General Manuel Mondragon. It was one of the first semi-automatic rifles adopted for military service and saw limited use during World War I, notably by Germany.
	1871/88 Beaumont-Vitali	A Dutch bolt-action rifle originally designed as a single-shot but later modified to use a Vitali magazine, which increased its firepower.
	M1895 Hembrug	A Dutch bolt-action rifle used by the Netherlands during the early 20th century. It was produced at the Hembrug Arsenal and was based on the Mannlicher design.
	Kammerlader m1857	A Norwegian breech-loading rifle, using a "chamber loader" mechanism. It was one of the earliest European breech-loaders and was issued to Norwegian forces in the mid-19th century.
	M1894 Norwegian Krag-Jorgensen	The M1894 is a Norwegian version of the Krag-Jorgensen rifle chambered in 6.5x55mm, noted for its smooth action and durability. It served as Norway's primary military rifle through World War II.
	M1867 Krnka	A Russian breech-loading rifle developed by Sylvester Krnka, based on the earlier muzzle-loading rifle designs. The M1867 Krnka was chambered in 15.24mm and used a hinged breechblock system similar to the Snider-Enfield. It was adopted by the Russian Empire and saw use in various conflicts during the late 19th century.
	M1870 Berdan II	A Russian bolt-action rifle designed by American firearms designer Hiram Berdan. The Berdan II, chambered in 10.75x58mmR, was the standard rifle of the Russian Empire from 1870 until it was replaced by the Mosin-Nagant in the 1890s. It was known for its simplicity, ruggedness, and reliability in harsh conditions.
	Winchester M1895 Russian Rifle	A lever-action rifle developed by Winchester and supplied to the Russian Empire during World War I. Chambered in 7.62x54mmR, it was notable for being one of the few lever-action rifles used in military service.
	Vektor R1	A South African battle rifle, a licensed copy of the Belgian FN FAL. It was the standard-issue rifle of the South African Defence Force during the apartheid era and known for its reliability in harsh conditions.
	CETME C	A Spanish battle rifle developed in the 1950s. It was designed by the CETME rifle program and later adopted by the Spanish military. The CETME C is the precursor to the German G3 rifle and was chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO. It is known for its roller-delayed blowback action, which became a standard in many later rifles.
	M1893 Spanish Mauser	A bolt-action rifle developed by Mauser for Spain, featuring an improved bolt design. It played a significant role in the Spanish-American War and influenced many later Mauser models.
	Ljungman AG42	A Swedish semi-automatic rifle from World War II, chambered in 6.5x55mm. It used a direct impingement gas system, which influenced later rifle designs.
	M96 Swedish Mauser	A Swedish bolt-action rifle, considered one of the finest Mauser designs due to its accuracy and craftsmanship. It was chambered in 6.5x55mm and remained in service for many decades.
	Swiss Vetterli	A Swiss bolt-action rifle introduced in the late 19th century. It was one of the first repeating rifles to use a tubular magazine and was known for its accuracy and reliability.
	Schmidt-Rubin K-11	An earlier Swiss straight-pull bolt-action rifle, the K-11 was introduced in 1911 and chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. It was the predecessor to the K-31 and shared many features, including the straight-pull action. The K-11 was widely used by Swiss forces and is also known for its accuracy and high-quality construction.
	SIG STG-57	A Swiss battle rifle introduced in 1957, the SIG STG-57 (Sturmgewehr 57) is chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. It is a selective-fire rifle with a roller-delayed blowback action, known for its rugged design, accuracy, and reliability. The STG-57 was the standard service rifle of the Swiss military until the late 1980s.
	Type 46 Siamese Mauser	A Mauser-pattern bolt-action rifle developed for the Royal Siamese Army (now Thailand) in the early 20th century. It was known for its durability and chambered in 8x50mmR Siamese.
	K. Kale M1938 Mauser	A Turkish Mauser rifle, produced at the K. Kale (Kirikkale) arsenal. The M1938 was based on the German Mauser 98 design and chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser. It was used by the Turkish military from the late 1930s through the mid-20th century and was known for its robustness and reliability.
	Lee-Metford Rifle	A British bolt-action rifle that combined the Lee bolt-action system with the Metford rifling pattern. It was chambered in .303 British and served as a precursor to the more famous Lee-Enfield series.
	Long Lee-Enfield	An early model of the Lee-Enfield rifle, also known as the Lee-Enfield Mk I and Mk I*. It was chambered in .303 British and featured a long barrel, making it suitable for both infantry and cavalry use.
	Lee-Enfield No. 4	A World War II-era British bolt-action rifle known for its accuracy and reliability. Chambered in .303 British, it became the standard issue rifle for British and Commonwealth forces during the conflict.
	Martini-Henry Rifle	A British single-shot lever-actuated rifle, famous for its use by the British Army during the late 19th century, particularly in colonial conflicts like the Anglo-Zulu War. It was known for its reliability and powerful cartridge.
	Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk 3	A British bolt-action rifle that was the standard infantry weapon for British and Commonwealth forces during World War I and continued in use during World War II. It is known for its fast cycling action and reliability.
	L1A1	A British version of the FN FAL, produced under license and slightly modified to meet British military standards. The L1A1 was a semi-automatic battle rifle used by the British Army and Commonwealth forces from the 1950s until the 1980s.
	Snider-Enfield M1867	A British breech-loading rifle, the Snider-Enfield was a conversion of the earlier muzzle-loading Enfield Pattern 1853 rifle. The Snider system involved a hinged breechblock, allowing for faster loading and firing. The M1867 was widely used by British and colonial forces in the late 19th century.
	P14 Enfield	A British bolt-action rifle developed during World War I and chambered in .303 British. It was designed to improve accuracy over the standard Lee-Enfield and was later adapted by the U.S. as the M1917 Enfield.
	M1895 Lee Navy	A bolt-action rifle used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, chambered in the unique 6mm Lee Navy cartridge. It was innovative for its time but had a short service life due to issues with the cartridge and rifle design.
	M1 Garand	A semi-automatic rifle used by the U.S. military during World War II and the Korean War. It was praised for its accuracy and reliability and was the first standard-issue semi-automatic military rifle.
	Remington No. 5 Rolling Block	A single-shot rifle designed by Remington and known for its rolling block action, which provided strong breech locking. It was used by various militaries and in civilian use, chambered in a variety of calibers.
	M1903 Springfield	An American bolt-action rifle that was the standard-issue rifle for the U.S. military during World War I and saw extensive use in World War II. It was highly regarded for its accuracy.
	M1867 Egyptian Rolling Block	A single-shot rifle designed by Remington and adopted by the Egyptian military in the late 19th century. It used a rolling block mechanism, which was known for its strength and simplicity.
	M14 Rifle	A U.S. battle rifle introduced in the late 1950s, replacing the M1 Garand. It was chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO and capable of both semi-automatic and fully automatic fire. The M14 saw extensive use in the early years of the Vietnam War and is still used in specialized roles today.
	M1941 Johnson Rifle	An American semi-automatic rifle designed by Melvin Johnson and used in limited numbers during World War II. The M1941 Johnson Rifle is chambered in .30-06 Springfield and features a unique recoil-operated system. It was praised for its accuracy and innovative design but was ultimately overshadowed by the M1 Garand.
	Springfield M1873	"Also known as the ""Trapdoor Springfield,"" the M1873 was a breech-loading rifle used by the United States Army. It was chambered in .45-70 Government and was the first standard-issue breech-loading rifle for the U.S. military. The M1873 saw action in the Indian Wars and other conflicts in the late 19th century."
	M1892 Krag-Jorgensen	A Norwegian bolt-action rifle, adopted by the U.S. Army in 1892. It features a unique side-loading magazine and was used during the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War.
	Armalite AR10	A 7.62x51mm NATO battle rifle developed by Eugene Stoner in the 1950s. It served as the predecessor to the M16 and featured lightweight materials and innovative design.
	M1917 US Enfield Rifle	A bolt-action rifle used by American forces during World War I and beyond. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, it was based on the British P14 Enfield design and known for its accuracy and robust construction.
	Mosin-Nagant 91/30	A Russian bolt-action rifle that was the standard service rifle of the Soviet Union during World War II. It is known for its ruggedness and accuracy.
	SVT-40	A semi-automatic rifle developed in the Soviet Union during World War II, chambered for the 7.62x54mmR cartridge. It was used as a standard infantry weapon but also faced issues with reliability in harsh conditions.
	M48 Mauser	A Yugoslavian bolt-action rifle based on the German Karabiner 98k Mauser. It was produced after World War II and used by the Yugoslav military. The M48 was known for its robustness and reliability.
	M24 Yugo Mauser	A Yugoslavian bolt-action rifle, a derivative of the Mauser 98 design. It was the standard rifle of the Yugoslav military and known for its durability.
	M24/47 Yugo Mauser	A post-World War II upgrade of the M24, featuring improvements like a bent bolt handle. It remained in service for several decades in Yugoslavia and other countries.