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'Accuracy International AWP', with AWP standing for Arctic Warfare Police. This is a version of the Arctic Warfare ('AW') sniper rifle, which itself was an improvement of the L96. The AW was developed from the L96 as an entry in the competition for a new Swedish sniper rifle, capable of functioning in extreme cold hence the 'Arctic warfare' designation. The rifle's success led to many versions being produced, among them a police version, known as the Arctic Warfare Police (AWP). The most notable feature is that the distinctive frame is black colored, not a light green colour. It also has a shorter 24" (609mm) barrel in comparison to other models. It normally uses 7.62 mm NATO ammunition, depending on what source, though there may be other types of ammunition (such as 7 mm Remington Magnum, .308 Winchester, or .338 Lapua) it could be chambered for. The AWP should not be confused with Accuracy International AW AE which also has a black finish, but is a much cheaper non-military version of the AW series.
Arctic Warfare Magnum.

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★ Accuracy International AW SM (also seen Accuracy International AWM)

★ Accuracy International Arctic Warfare AI Arctic Warfare rifle family

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★ Article on Rifle