Shoot a .50 Cal Sniper
Rifle In Las Vegas

The Barrett M95 .50 caliber rifle uses a massive cartridge, capable of destroying a target at great distances. Originally designed to be fired from a Heavy Machine Gun and destroy aircraft, vehicles and light tanks, the .50 BMG cartridge packs a massive punch.

Don’t miss out on your chance to shoot a .50 caliber rifle at our ultimate Las Vegas shooting range! We will also tell you that you can’t shoot one without knowing full well there is something special in play. The .50 Cal is simply unforgettable. What is it like to shoot the .50? Read on to find out!

What Is a .50 Cal Sniper Rifle?

A .50 caliber sniper rifle is a weapon used to destroy targets at a long range in a precise manner. It is typically equipped with a match-grade barrel, high power variable optic, and bipod for taking stable shots. Due to the size, velocity and varying types of .50 cal ammunition available, .50 caliber sniper rifles excel at wrecking targets that other rounds would struggle to damage.

The Barrett M95 .50 Cal Rifle is chambered in .50 BMG. BMG stands for Browning Machine Gun, which was developed just after World War 1 for anti-aircraft, anti-vehicle, and anti-tank purposes. It’s a hell of a gun!

What Is The Effective Range Of a .50 Caliber Rifle?

Officially, the effective range of a .50 cal sniper rifle is 1,800 meters – or about 1.1 miles. However, two of the longest confirmed shots in sniping history have been with .50 cal rifles, at 3,540 meters (a hair under 2 miles) and 2,815 meters (1.75 miles).

How Much Does a Barrett .50 Cal Weigh?

The Barrett M95 bolt-action sniper rifle at The Range 702 weighs 23.5lbs unloaded and without optic.

How Far Can a .50 Cal Shoot?

While the maximum effective range of the .50 cal BMG is 1,800 meters, and snipers have managed to weaponize math to stretch that much further, physics dictates that the maximum range of the .50 cal is limited to around 6,700 meters; or about 4.16 miles.

Difference Between .50 BMG vs .50 Cal

.50 caliber refers to the diameter of the bullet (not the casing!), while.50 BMG refers to a specific cartridge (bullet + casing). There are different types of .50 caliber cartridges, though all .50 caliber bullets are ½ inch in diameter. Cartridges are NOT interchangeable, you wouldn’t be able to fit a .50 BMG cartridge into a .50 AE desert eagle.

Shooting a .50 Cal Sniper Rifle

Safety first! Make sure the weapon is on ‘safe’ and unloaded before you start. Our Range Safety Officers will assist with ensuring the rifle is on ‘safe’ and there is no ammo loaded.

The .50 Cal Barrett M95 rifle is a bullpup configuration, which means the magazine well is located behind the main grip.

If the bolt is forward when you inspect the rifle, you’ll rotate it up to unlock it, pull it all the way to the rear, and visually inspect the chamber (rear of the barrel where the round goes in) to make sure there isn’t any ammo or obstructions.

After inserting a loaded magazine, on the right side of the rifle you’ll locate the bolt arm – should be pointed up at a 45 degree angle, and you’ll push it straight forward. You can observe the bolt grab the round out of the top of the magazine and push it into the chamber. Once the round is chambered – bolt all the way forward – you’ll push the bolt down towards the floor to lock it in place.

You’re ready to go!

Sources:

1. Military.com. M107 .50 Caliber Sniper Rifle – LRSR. Retrieved 23 June 2022.
2. Optics Bible. 50 Cal Vs. 50 BMG: Which one to Choose (Know Differences). Retrieved 23 June 2022.

Steps For Online Purchases:

• Step 1: Reserve your experience online
• Step 2: Bring a copy of your receipt to The Range 702 (digital copy is ok)
• Step 3: Sign our waiver form
• Step 4: Put some rounds down range!

Requirements To Shoot:

• Sober; alcohol or drugs are strictly prohibited. Anyone believed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be refused the use of the range.
• Not pregnant.
• Mentally stable.
• Minors must be at least 10 years of age to shoot, minors under the age of 18, must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
• Must have valid government-approved ID with you on the day of shooting.
• All reservations are non-refundable but are fully transferable for up to six months from the reservation date.