M14 DMR
Overview
M14 DMR
US marine fires a M14 DMR at a shooting range.
Source: USMC (Cpl. Mike Escobar) -
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Formal US designation
Description
M14 DMR
Right side view of M14 DMR clearly showing fiberglass stock with pistol grip.
Source: Unknown author -
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M14 DMR
The M14 Designated Marksman Rifle is derived from the M14 and was developed for the USMC. It is semi-automatic only, has a fiberglass stock, is fitted with a bipod and scope mount and high powered optics are standard.
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