CARCANO MODELLO 91

CARCANO MODELLO 91
Image: Modello 91 (Wikipedia)
YearMarch 1891
Weapon TypeInfantry Rifle
Origin & DesignerItaly/Carcano
Numbers Produced900.000
Crew[@crew]
Calibre6.5mm (6.5x52)
Elevation[@elevation]
Traverse[@gun_traverse]
Cartridge Weight[@cartridge_weight]
Round Weight162gr (10.5g)
Barrel Length780mm
Overall Length1.285mm
Grenade Types[@grenade_types]
Mount[@mount]
Combat Weight4.07 kg
OperationBolt Action
Cooling System[@cooling]
SightsFront Blade & Adjustable Rear
Feed6 Round Internal Magazine
Practical Rate of Fire6 r.p.m.
Maximum Rate of Fire12 r.p.m.
Blank Cartridge[@blank_cartridge]
Muzzle Velocity700 m/s
Fuel Capacity[@fuel_capacity]
Minimum Range[@minimum_range]
Effective Range500m
Maximum Range3.200m
Armour Penetration[@armour_penetration]
BayonetModello 91 Bayonet
Traction[@traction]
Variants[@variants]
NotesThe Modello 91 was the standard infantry rifle issued to Italian troops. It was first adopted by the Italian army in 1892 and served through two world wars. It could carry six rounds of ammunition which were held in an integral magazine. It was a reliable rifle and used by Italian troops on all fronts.