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| name = FR F2
|image= [[Image:FRF2 1.jpg|300px]]
| image = FRF2 lunette Schrome.jpg
| image_size = 300
|caption= A ''[[Chasseurs alpins|chasseur alpin]]'' shooting an FRF2.
| caption = GIAT FR F2
|origin= [[France]]
| origin = France
|type= [[Sniper rifle]]
| type = [[Sniper rifle]]
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| used_by = See ''[[#Users|Users]]''
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| wars = [[Gulf War]] <br /> [[War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)]] <br />[[Northern Mali conflict]] <br /> [[Operation Serval]] <br /> [[Russo-Ukrainian War]] <!-- Production history -->
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| manufacturer = [[GIAT Industries]]
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| production_date = 1984–present
|used_by= [[Military of France|French military]],<br>[[French Foreign Legion]]
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| weight = {{convert|5.1|kg|lb}}<ref name="FRF2infograph">{{Cite web |url=http://www.defense.gouv.fr/content/download/99365/963027/file/FRF2-2.pdf |title=Archived copy |access-date=2018-05-03 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110221105557/http://www.defense.gouv.fr/content/download/99365/963027/file/FRF2-2.pdf |archive-date=2011-02-21 |url-status=live }}</ref>
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| cartridge = [[7.62×51mm NATO]]
|number=
| action = [[Bolt-action]]
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| velocity = 820 m/s (2,690.3 ft/s)
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| range = 800 m (874.9 yd)
|weight= 5.3 kg
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|length= 1200 mm
| feed = 10-round detachable [[box magazine]]
|part_length= 650 mm
| sights = [[Telescopic sight]]
|crew=
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|cartridge= [[7.62 × 51 mm NATO]]
|caliber=[[7.62mm|7.62 mm]] (.308 in)
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|sights= [[Telescopic sight]]
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The '''FRF2''' is the standard light [[sniper rifle]] of the [[Military of France|French military]].
The '''FR F2''' ({{langx|fr|Fusil à Répétition modèle F2}}; {{langx|en|Repeating Rifle, F2 model}}) has been the standard [[sniper rifle]] of the [[Military of France|French military]] since 1986. It is designed for shooting at point targets at distances up to 800 metres.


==History==
This rifle is manufactured by [[GIAT Industries]]. It uses [[7.62mm NATO]] ammunition, and is equipped with a [[telescopic sight|scope]].
In August 2018, a tender was released by the French government for a replacement to the FR F2.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Morrison|first=Bob|date=21 August 2018|title=France To Replace FR-F2 Sniper Rifle|url=https://www.joint-forces.com/world-news/17008-france-to-replace-fr-f2-sniper-rifle|access-date=3 July 2021|website=Joint Forces News|language=en-GB}}</ref>


The FR F2 in the French Army has since been replaced by the [[FN SCAR]] and the [[HK 417]].
The FRF2 is designed for shooting at point targets at distances up to 800 meters.

== Design ==
The FR-F2 is an upgrade from the earlier [[FR F1]] sniper rifle. The [[rifle barrel]] is thermally shielded along a considerable part of the barrel by a polymer shroud. The barrel is free floated and is equipped with a flash hider.<ref name="MF">{{Cite web|last=Popenker|first=Maxim|date=11 January 2019|title=FR F2 Sniper Rifle|url=https://modernfirearms.net/en/sniper-rifles/standart-caliber-rifles/france-standart-caliber-rifles/fr-f2-eng/|access-date=3 July 2021|website=Modern Firearms|language=en}}</ref> It uses a different bipod-stock configuration from its predecessor, which is built just ahead of the receiver. GIAT studies lead to a new three groove conical barrel. Tapering the barrel from the throat area up to the first 100&nbsp;mm of the barrel and at the muzzle end reduced barrel wear caused by propellant gasses passing the projectile in the bore.

The rifle's manual safety is located at the rear of the trigger.<ref name="MF"/>

It uses [[7.62×51mm NATO]] ammunition and is equipped with a [[telescopic sight]].<ref name="MF"/> French army standard issue is either an APX L806, with a bullet drop compensation calibrated for 7.62×51mm NATO ammunition from 100 to 800 m in 100 m increments, or SCROME J8 (Army) or Nightforce NXS (Air force) or [[Schmidt & Bender]] 6×42 mil-dot (Navy). Backup sights on top of the barrel shroud are standard on each F2 rifle.<ref name="MF"/>

The rifle is also issued as part of the [[Felin|FÉLIN]] infantry combat system outfitted with a [[SAGEM]] Sword Sniper 3-in-1 optic, which serves as a telescopic sight, thermal weapon sight, and laser rangefinder. The FR F2 utilizes the same basic bolt design as the older [[MAS-36 rifle|MAS-36 infantry rifle]]. The MAS-36 bolt action was however extensively modified and strengthened to reduce accuracy-inhibiting flex in the FR F1 and FR F2.

==Users==
<!--READ FIRST: This section is for cited entries only. Please do not add entries into this list without a citation from a reliable source. All entries without a citation will be removed.-->

*{{flag|France}}: [[Military of France|French military]].<ref name="jones2009">Jones, Richard D. ''Jane's Infantry Weapons 2009/2010''. Jane's Information Group; 35 edition (January 27, 2009). {{ISBN|978-0-7106-2869-5}}.</ref>
* {{flag|Estonia}}: replaced by the [[Sako TRG]]<ref>{{cite book|title=Modern Snipers|series=General Military|first=Leigh |last=Neville|date= 25 Aug 2016|isbn=9781472815347|publisher=Osprey Publishing|page=106}}</ref>
*{{flag|Lithuania}}: [[Lithuanian Armed Forces]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://kariuomene.kam.lt/lt/ginkluote_ir_karine_technika/snaiperiniai_sautuvai/snaiperinis_sautuvas_fr_f-2.html |title=Lietuvos kariuomenė :: Ginkluotė ir karinė technika » Snaiperiniai šautuvai » Snaiperinis šautuvas FR F-2 |access-date=2010-08-02 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100728140013/http://kariuomene.kam.lt/lt/ginkluote_ir_karine_technika/snaiperiniai_sautuvai/snaiperinis_sautuvas_fr_f-2.html |archive-date=2010-07-28 |url-status=live }}</ref>
*{{flag|Moldova}}: [[Moldovan Armed Forces]]

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Flintlock-2013-sniper.jpg|Senegalese sniper with FR F2 during Flintlock 2013.
File:Sniper-FRF2.JPEG|French soldier of the Rapid Reaction Corps standing guard with a FR F2.
File:FRF2 Afghanistan.JPG|French soldier using an FR F2 in [[Afghanistan]].
File:FR-F2 scope.svg|The reticle layout of a SCROME J8 telescopic sight.
File:French foreign legionairs training with FRF2.jpg|French Army on training site using FR F2
File:Bataille de Tigharghâr2.PNG|FR F2 sniper during the [[Battle of Ifoghas]] in [[Mali]]
</gallery>


==See also==
==See also==
{{commons category|FR F2}}
*[[PGM Hecate II]], another modern French sniper rifle.
*[[PGM Hécate II]], the heavy, long-range modern French sniper rifle.
*[[Sniper rifle]]

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20080501184734/http://www.scrome.com/lunettes.html SCROME telescopic sights] {{in lang|fr}}
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qFAWsqdP14 Forgotten Weapons: History of the FR-F1 and FR-F2 Sniper Rifles: Henri Canaple Interview]
{{knds}}
{{Current French infantry weapons}}


[[Category:7.62×51mm NATO rifles]]
[[Image:FRF2_501556_fh000017.jpg|thumb|left|A FRF2]]
[[Category:Bolt-action rifles of France]]
[[Category:KNDS France]]
[[Category:Sniper rifles of France]]
[[Category:Military equipment introduced in the 1980s]]


[[Category:Sniper rifles]]
[[Category:Modern French weapons]]
[[Category:Bolt-action rifles]]


{{Rifle-stub}}
[[fr:FR-F2]]
[[pl:Karabin FR F2]]

Latest revision as of 13:44, 2 December 2024

FR F2
GIAT FR F2
TypeSniper rifle
Place of originFrance
Service history
In service1986–present
Used bySee Users
WarsGulf War
War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
Northern Mali conflict
Operation Serval
Russo-Ukrainian War
Production history
ManufacturerGIAT Industries
Produced1984–present
Specifications
Mass5.1 kilograms (11 lb)[1]
Length1,138 millimetres (44.8 in)[1]
Barrel length600 millimetres (24 in)[1]
Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO
ActionBolt-action
Muzzle velocity820 m/s (2,690.3 ft/s)
Effective firing range800 m (874.9 yd)
Feed system10-round detachable box magazine
SightsTelescopic sight

The FR F2 (French: Fusil à Répétition modèle F2; English: Repeating Rifle, F2 model) has been the standard sniper rifle of the French military since 1986. It is designed for shooting at point targets at distances up to 800 metres.

History

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In August 2018, a tender was released by the French government for a replacement to the FR F2.[2]

The FR F2 in the French Army has since been replaced by the FN SCAR and the HK 417.

Design

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The FR-F2 is an upgrade from the earlier FR F1 sniper rifle. The rifle barrel is thermally shielded along a considerable part of the barrel by a polymer shroud. The barrel is free floated and is equipped with a flash hider.[3] It uses a different bipod-stock configuration from its predecessor, which is built just ahead of the receiver. GIAT studies lead to a new three groove conical barrel. Tapering the barrel from the throat area up to the first 100 mm of the barrel and at the muzzle end reduced barrel wear caused by propellant gasses passing the projectile in the bore.

The rifle's manual safety is located at the rear of the trigger.[3]

It uses 7.62×51mm NATO ammunition and is equipped with a telescopic sight.[3] French army standard issue is either an APX L806, with a bullet drop compensation calibrated for 7.62×51mm NATO ammunition from 100 to 800 m in 100 m increments, or SCROME J8 (Army) or Nightforce NXS (Air force) or Schmidt & Bender 6×42 mil-dot (Navy). Backup sights on top of the barrel shroud are standard on each F2 rifle.[3]

The rifle is also issued as part of the FÉLIN infantry combat system outfitted with a SAGEM Sword Sniper 3-in-1 optic, which serves as a telescopic sight, thermal weapon sight, and laser rangefinder. The FR F2 utilizes the same basic bolt design as the older MAS-36 infantry rifle. The MAS-36 bolt action was however extensively modified and strengthened to reduce accuracy-inhibiting flex in the FR F1 and FR F2.

Users

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  • Senegalese sniper with FR F2 during Flintlock 2013.
    Senegalese sniper with FR F2 during Flintlock 2013.
  • French soldier of the Rapid Reaction Corps standing guard with a FR F2.
    French soldier of the Rapid Reaction Corps standing guard with a FR F2.
  • French soldier using an FR F2 in Afghanistan.
    French soldier using an FR F2 in Afghanistan.
  • The reticle layout of a SCROME J8 telescopic sight.
    The reticle layout of a SCROME J8 telescopic sight.
  • French Army on training site using FR F2
    French Army on training site using FR F2
  • FR F2 sniper during the Battle of Ifoghas in Mali
    FR F2 sniper during the Battle of Ifoghas in Mali

See also

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Wikimedia Commons has media related to FR F2.

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived (PDF) from the original on 2011-02-21. Retrieved 2018-05-03.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  2. ^ Morrison, Bob (21 August 2018). "France To Replace FR-F2 Sniper Rifle". Joint Forces News. Retrieved 3 July 2021.
  3. ^ a b c d Popenker, Maxim (11 January 2019). "FR F2 Sniper Rifle". Modern Firearms. Retrieved 3 July 2021.
  4. ^ Jones, Richard D. Jane's Infantry Weapons 2009/2010. Jane's Information Group; 35 edition (January 27, 2009). ISBN 978-0-7106-2869-5.
  5. ^ Neville, Leigh (25 Aug 2016). Modern Snipers. General Military. Osprey Publishing. p. 106. ISBN 9781472815347.
  6. ^ "Lietuvos kariuomenė :: Ginkluotė ir karinė technika » Snaiperiniai šautuvai » Snaiperinis šautuvas FR F-2". Archived from the original on 2010-07-28. Retrieved 2010-08-02.
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