Caliber: 7.62mm NATO (.308 Win) Magazine: 10 shot detachable Barrel Length: 24.5" Weight (with scope): 12.57 lbs. Overall Length: 45.3" Stock: McMillan fiberglass (several color patterns available) Sights: Post front adjustable for windage, fold down rear adjustable for elevation Features: Quick-detachable bipod, palm stop with rail, sling swivels, and matte finish.The Model 85 is a first-rate sniper rifle, capable of precesion fire to ranges of 900 meters. The synthetic stock is manufactured in different colors, according to preference, and is fitted with butt spacers to adjust overall length. A detachable bi-pod is standard, and is one of the finest ever put on a rifle! The M85 has been taken into the British Army to supplement the L96A1.
The Model 85 has guranteed first round hit capability up to 600 meters, and 85 percent first round hit capabilities from 600 - 900 meters. The weapon also has a silent safety catch, a threaded muzzle for flash suppressor, and an integral dovetail mount that accepts a variety of sights. The satandard scope is a 6x42mm Schmidt & Bender with a BDC from 200 - 900 meters. Emergency iron sights are also fitted.
This is by far my favorite rifle ever manufactured. In my humble opinion, this rifle has the perfect combination of great looks, excellent accuracy, superb functionality and a stellar service record. Unfortunately, Parker-Hale has gotten out of the rifle making business, and Gibbs Rifle Co. (Who had recieved the Parker Hale M85 manufacturing license) has ceased producing this outstanding sniper rifle. If anyone knows where I might be able to get one of these rifles, please email me.
