AmmoLandIsrael –-(Ammoland.com)- The DAN .338 is the first of IWI’s family of bolt action sniper rifles and was developed in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)
Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for governments, armies, and law enforcement agencies around the world – expands its portfolio of products by launching its exceptionally accurate and innovative DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle during the Eurosatory 2014 Exhibition. Developed in cooperation with the IDF, the DAN .338 is the first of IWI’s new family of bolt action sniper rifles.
Specially designed for military and police entities, the new DAN family of Sniper Rifles uses LAPUA MAG .338 ammunition. Delivering exceptional accuracy for distances of up to 1200 meters, the rifle has significant additional benefits and attributes. IWI has invested considerable effort in making its bolt action sniper rifle the best and most ergonomic rifle available today. The lightweight Dan, weighing 5.9 Kg., is incomparably accurate and easy to shoot. It enables a perfect fit to the sniper’s body – including an adjustable, foldable handle, and adjustable cheek rest and trigger. The rifle incorporates an upgraded Picattiny rail which allows the mounting of a variety of accessories, including telescopes, night vision devices, etc. In addition, a clip-on sight and a silencer are available as optional features.
According to Uri Amit, President and CEO, “We are pleased to launch a new sniper rifle at the exhibition, developed by IWI, which is the first of a family of sniper rifles that are currently in various stages of development.”
Mr. Amit continues, “The Company continuously invests in developing additional solutions for our customers and expanding our product portfolio, in order to meet every need and situation. We invite everyone to visit our booth and learn more about the rifle that will be on display.”
View the news Israel Weapon Industries DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle at Eurosatory 2014, June 16-20, Israel Pavilion, Hall 6, Stand # 633.
About Israel Weapon Industries (IWI)
Israel Weapon Industries (IWI), located in the center of Israel, has been a world leader in small arms for the past 80 years. IWI is a member of the SK Group, which is composed of companies that develop and manufacture a wide array of military products for governmental entities, armies, and law enforcement agencies around the world. IWI’s best-known products include the TAVOR, X95 (Micro Tavor), and GALIL ACE families of Assault Rifles, the NEGEV Light Machine Gun 5.56 & 7.62 mm, the legendary UZI SMG (Mini Micro and UZI PRO) and the JERICHO family of pistols – which have all been considered weapons of choice by military units and top law enforcement agencies around the world. The company’s firearms are developed in close collaboration with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). IWI and the IDF join forces in developing these weapons, whose final configurations are the product of ongoing interaction, field tests, and modifications, resulting from combat requirements and experience. All IWI weapon systems are in compliance with the most stringent military standards (MIL-STD) and ISO 9000 standards.
Israel Weapon Industries (IWI), located in the center of Israel, has been a world leader in small arms for the past 80 years. IWI is a member of the SK Group, which is composed of companies that develop and manufacture a wide array of military products for governmental entities, armies, and law enforcement agencies around the world. IWI’s best-known products include the TAVOR, X95 (Micro Tavor), and GALIL ACE families of Assault Rifles, the NEGEV Light Machine Gun 5.56 & 7.62 mm, the legendary UZI SMG (Mini Micro and UZI PRO) and the JERICHO family of pistols – which have all been considered weapons of choice by military units and top law enforcement agencies around the world. The company’s firearms are developed in close collaboration with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). IWI and the IDF join forces in developing these weapons, whose final configurations are the product of ongoing interaction, field tests, and modifications, resulting from combat requirements and experience. All IWI weapon systems are in compliance with the most stringent military standards (MIL-STD) and ISO 9000 standards.
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