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OM 50 Nemesis

Technical Specifications
Fire rateSingle shot rounds/min.
Caliber.50 BMG (12,7 x 99 mm)
Magazine5 rounds
Length1562 mm (61.5 in)
Weight15.0 kg (33.1 lb)
Range2000 m (6562 ft)

Description

The OM 50 Nemesis was designed in early 2001 by Chris L. Movigliatti. The rifle was developed by the Swiss firm AMSD and subsequently manufactured by Swiss Arms under licence, at which point it was redesignated the SAN 511. The original OM 50 Nemesis designation remains in common use in reference literature.

The weapon is a bolt-action anti-materiel rifle chambered for a heavy machine gun cartridge. Manufacturer figures place its accuracy within a fraction of a minute of arc at intermediate ranges and within one minute of arc at extended distances.

Azerbaijan operates the rifle within its Special Forces and the State Border Service (DSX). Georgia issues the type to the Georgian Special Operations Forces. In Ukraine, the rifle is used by law enforcement units subordinate to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The SAN 511 designation applies to the version produced by Swiss Arms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of firearm is the OM 50 Nemesis?
The OM 50 Nemesis is an anti materiel sniper rifle manufactured by Swiss Arms of Switzerland. It entered service in 2001.
What caliber is the OM 50 Nemesis?
The OM 50 Nemesis is chambered in .50 BMG (12,7 x 99 mm).
What is the effective range of the OM 50 Nemesis?
The OM 50 Nemesis has an effective range of approximately 2,000 meters (2,187 yards).
What is the rate of fire of the OM 50 Nemesis?
The OM 50 Nemesis has a rate of fire of Single shot.
What magazine does the OM 50 Nemesis use?
The OM 50 Nemesis feeds from a 5-round magazine.
How heavy is the OM 50 Nemesis?
The OM 50 Nemesis weighs 15.0 kg (33.1 lb) and measures 1,562 mm (61.5 in) in length.
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