The Barrett M82 (standardized by the U.S. military as the M107) is a recoil-operated, semi-automatic anti-materiel rifle developed by Barrett Firearms Manufacturing and produced in the United States.

Engineered as the first shoulder fired semi-automatic 50 BMG rifle, the Model 82A1 has been proven in combat in every environment from the snow covered mountains, to the desolate deserts, and everything in between. Its low felt recoil and reliable repower delivers on target with every pull of the trigger.

Jul 23, 2021 · On his shoulder is what has come to epitomize small-unit long-range supremacy—the legendary M82A1 Barrett. Unique and dominant, the semi-automatic has come to represent the quintessential .50-caliber sniper rifle in most people’s minds.

Dec 23, 2024 · The Barrett M82, or M107, revolutionized anti-material and sniper warfare with its .50 caliber BMG rounds. Designed by Ronnie Barrett in his garage, the rifle gained fame for its power and range.

Nov 30, 2020 · Unlike highly accurate, bolt-action precision sniper rifles, the M82 is a semi-automatic design that uses a recoil action operation, degrading accuracy. In an anti-materiel role however, the rifle excels.

Jan 20, 2018 · Using an existing large caliber bullet and adapting it to the precision rifle platform, the innovative Barrett M82 sniper rifle practically created the category of large caliber rifles that...

Sep 17, 2024 · Discover the history, design, and impact of the Barrett M82, the powerful snipe rifle that changed modern warfare with its long-range capabilities.

Feb 7, 2022 · Unlike highly accurate, bolt-action precision sniper rifles, the M82 is a semi-automatic design that uses a recoil action operation, degrading accuracy. In an anti-materiel role however, the rifle excels.

Oct 24, 2020 · The Barrett M82 rifle was one of the first successful designs in an entirely new field that appeared in the 1980s. Generally referred to as a long-range sniping rifle, its purpose is not sniping at enemy personnel but vulnerable high-technology equipment.

Mar 10, 2018 · Using an existing large caliber bullet and adapting it to the precision rifle platform, the innovative Barrett M82 sniper rifle practically created the category of large caliber rifles that equip military snipers worldwide to this day.