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Biathlon stocks tend to be built for performance, and often have some unique ergonomic design features compared to traditional rifle stocks. One of these features is the shape of the pistol grip, which often has a distinct thumb rest, allowing the thumb of the firing hand to rest pointing upwards.
Anschütz 1827 Fortner is a straight-pull action biathlon rifle designed by Peter Fortner junior and produced in cooperation with J. G. Anschütz. The rifle has been dominant in the sport of biathlon since the late 1980s, and is the current sport standard. It is estimated to be used by 97% of biathlon competitors worldwide. [4]
The removable front and rear sight came directly from Anschutz' competition line. These sights were meant for training the operators. This system has remained almost unchanged for decades and is still used in biathlon shooting. The FN-designed scope mount utilized the STANAG NATO Standardization Agreement) scope mounting system.
ISSF rules mandate the use of non-magnifying diopter and globe sights. Combined with appropriate match pellets, these rifles produce a consistent 10-ring performance, so a sub-10.0 average result can be attributed to the participant, and at the 2019 top competition level, a 10.5 average result can be regarded as excellent.
Biathlon coaches use spotting scopes to verify and optimize team-member shot placement. The biathlete carries a small-bore rifle, which must weigh at least 3.5 kg (7.7 lb), excluding ammunition and magazines. The rifles use .22 LR ammunition and are bolt action or Fortner (straight-pull bolt) action. Each rifle holds 4 magazines with 5 rounds each.
In Europe, biathlon is the most-watched winter sport on television. In the U.S., it is obscure, impossible and fascinating.
Target shooting diopter of a 10 metre air rifle with a mounted semi-transparent occluder for the non-aiming eye. A diopter sight is an aperture sight component used to assist the aiming of ranged weapons, mainly firearms, airguns, and crossbows. Diopters function to precisely align the shooter's eye with the front sight and the target, while ...
Russian biathletes face a chronic shortage of rifle cartridges due to Western economic sanctions, says former relay world champion Anton Babikov. Biathlon: Rifle cartridge shortage in Russia down ...