U.S. Special Operations Command says it is open to the possibility of acquiring new heavyweight sniper/anti-materiel rifles not chambered to fire the famed .50 caliber Browning Machine Gun cartridge.

"Along with future weapons, we pay significant attention ... Currently, the most advanced Russian semi-auto sniper rifle is SVDM, a 7.62 rifle, developed by Kalashnikov Group (a Rostec subsidiary).

The Army recently awarded a contract that will result in the fielding of 250 XM2010 Enhanced Sniper Rifle (ESR) weapon systems chambered for .300 Winchester Magnum ammunition. The new chambering ...

After eight years of mediocrity, Bungie is finally reworking D.A.R.C.I and giving the Exotic Sniper Rifle a true purpose at last.