HECATE II

HECATE II

Type	Anti-materiel rifle
Place of origin	France
Service history
In service	1993-present
Used by	See Users
Wars	Afghanistan
Production history
Designer	Gilles Payen
Manufacturer	PGM Précision
Specifications
Weight	13.8 kg (30.42 lb) with no sight
Length	1,380 mm (54.3 in) 1,140 mm (44.9 in) with stock removed
Barrel length	700 mm (27.6 in)
Cartridge	.50 BMG (12.7x99mm NATO)
Action	Bolt-action
Muzzle velocity	825 m/s (2,707 ft/s)
Effective range	1,800 m
Maximum range	Over 2,000 m
Feed system	7-round detachable box magazine
Sights	Telescopic sights