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The '''M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle''' (''EMR'', [[NATO Stock Number|NSN]] 1005-01-553-5196; more formally the '''Rifle, 7.62 MM, M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle (EMR)''') is a [[Semi-automatic firearm|semi-automatic]], [[Gas-operated reloading|gas-operated]] [[rifle]] chambered for the [[7.62x51mm NATO]] [[Cartridge (firearms)|cartridge]]. It is a modified and [[accurized]] version of the [[M14 rifle]] built and utilized solely by the [[United States Marine Corps]] (USMC). It is based on the current [[United States Marine Corps Designated Marksman Rifle]] (DMR), which it will replace.
The '''M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle''' (''EMR'', [[NATO Stock Number|NSN]] 1005-01-553-5196; more formally the '''Rifle, 7.62 MM, M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle (EMR)''') is a [[Semi-automatic firearm|semi-automatic]], [[Gas-operated reloading|gas-operated]] [[rifle]] chambered for the [[7.62x51mm NATO]] [[Cartridge (firearms)|cartridge]]. It is a modified and [[accurized]] version of the [[M14 rifle]] built and utilized solely by the [[United States Marine Corps]] (USMC). It is based on the current [[United States Marine Corps Designated Marksman Rifle]] (DMR), which it .


The rifle is currently issued with match-grade M118LR 175-[[Grain (measure)|grain]] Long Range ammunition. The "basic" EMR (i.e., without [[telescopic sight]], [[Magazine (firearm)|magazine]], sling, basic issue items, cleaning gear, [[suppressor]] and [[bipod]]) weighs {{convert|13|lb|kg}} or less.
The rifle is currently issued with match-grade M118LR 175-[[Grain (measure)|grain]] Long Range ammunition. The "basic" EMR (i.e., without [[telescopic sight]], [[Magazine (firearm)|magazine]], sling, basic issue items, cleaning gear, [[suppressor]] and [[bipod]]) weighs {{convert|13|lb|kg}} or less.


It has a resemblance to the [[Mk 14 Mod 0 Enhanced Battle Rifle]].
It has a resemblance to the [[Mk 14 Mod 0 Enhanced Battle Rifle]].

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In fall 2011, the Marine Corps will begin replacing the M39 with the [[M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System|M110]] originally developed for the [[United States Army|Army]] on a one-for-one basis.<ref>http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2011/03/marine-corps-sniper-rifle-m110-031711w/</ref>


==Specifications==
==Specifications==
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==Applications==
==Applications==
[[File:US_Navy_100712-N-7948R-184_Marines_practice_firing_thier_weapon_aboard_USS_Pearl_Harbor.jpg|thumb|left|Marines fire an M39 aboard {{USS|Pearl Harbor|LSD-52}}]]
[[File:-N-7948R-.jpg|thumb|left|Marines fire an M39 aboard {{USS|Pearl Harbor|LSD-52}}]]
The EMR is primarily used by a [[designated marksman]], to provide precision fire for units that do not rate a [[Scout Sniper]]. As a replacement for the DMR, the EMR fills the need for a lightweight, accurate weapon system utilizing a cartridge more powerful than the [[M16 rifle#M16A4|M16A4]]'s standard [[5.56x45mm NATO]]—the [[7.62x51mm NATO]]. The EMR is also used by Marine Scout Snipers when the mission requires rapid accurate fire and by Marine Corps [[Bomb disposal|Explosive Ordnance Disposal]] teams.
The EMR is primarily used by a [[designated marksman]], to provide precision fire for units that do not rate a [[Scout Sniper]]. As a replacement for the DMR, the EMR fills the need for a lightweight, accurate weapon system utilizing a cartridge more powerful than the [[M16 rifle#M16A4|M16A4]]'s standard [[5.56x45mm NATO]]—the [[7.62x51mm NATO]]. The EMR is also used by Marine Scout Snipers when the mission requires rapid accurate fire and by Marine Corps [[Bomb disposal|Explosive Ordnance Disposal]] teams.


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In , the Marine Corps will begin replacing the M39 with the [[M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System]] originally developed for the [[United States Army]] on a one-for-one basis.<ref>http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2011/03/marine-corps-sniper-rifle-m110-031711w/</ref>
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==See also==
==See also==
*[[M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System]]
*[[U.S. Marine Corps Designated Marksman Rifle|Designated Marksman Rifle]] (DMR)
*[[ Marine Corps Designated Marksman Rifle|Designated Marksman Rifle]] (DMR)
*[[M14 rifle]]
*[[M14 rifle]]
*[[Designated marksman]]
*[[Designated marksman]]
*[[List of weapons of the U.S. Marine Corps]]
*[[List of weapons of the Marine Corps]]


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 22:06, 3 April 2011

M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle (EMR)
M39 components
TypeSniper rifle/designated marksman rifle
Place of origin United States
Service history
In service2008-2012
WarsIraq War, War in Afghanistan
Production history
ManufacturerUnited States Marine Corps
Unit costUS$3,930.17
Specifications
Mass16.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Length44.2 inches (112 cm)
Barrel length22 inches (56 cm)
Cartridge7.62x51mm NATO
ActionGas-operated, rotating bolt
Rate of fire60 rpm
Muzzle velocity2,837 ft/s (865 m/s)
Effective firing range850 yards (780 m)
Feed system20-round detachable box magazine

The M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle (EMR, NSN 1005-01-553-5196; more formally the Rifle, 7.62 MM, M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle (EMR)) is a semi-automatic, gas-operated rifle chambered for the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge. It is a modified and accurized version of the M14 rifle built and utilized solely by the United States Marine Corps (USMC). It is based on the current United States Marine Corps Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR), which it replaced.

The rifle is currently issued with match-grade M118LR 175-grain Long Range ammunition. The "basic" EMR (i.e., without telescopic sight, magazine, sling, basic issue items, cleaning gear, suppressor and bipod) weighs 13 pounds (5.9 kg) or less.

It has a resemblance to the Mk 14 Mod 0 Enhanced Battle Rifle.

Specifications

There are several notable differences between the DMR and EMR.

  • Stock: the metal stock is adjustable in length and in height to provide a more precise cheek weld. The pistol grip is modified for a better grip.
  • Optics: The MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail allows for the use of any optic compatible with the rail; this includes a rather large variety of military scopes and imaging devices. The M8541 Scout Sniper Day Scope (SSDS), originally designed for the M40A3, is issued with the rifle as a set.
  • Bipod: A Harris S-L bipod is used on the USMC DMR, but a modified version designed to be more durable is used on the EMR.

Applications

Marines fire an M39 aboard USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52)

The EMR is primarily used by a designated marksman, to provide precision fire for units that do not rate a Scout Sniper. As a replacement for the DMR, the EMR fills the need for a lightweight, accurate weapon system utilizing a cartridge more powerful than the M16A4's standard 5.56x45mm NATO—the 7.62x51mm NATO. The EMR is also used by Marine Scout Snipers when the mission requires rapid accurate fire and by Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams.

In early 2012, the Marine Corps will begin replacing the M39 with the M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System originally developed for the United States Army on a one-for-one basis.[1]

See also

References

  1. ^ Lamothe, Dan (March 17, 2011). "Corps fielding new semi-automatic sniper rifle". Marine Corps Times. Retrieved 18 March 2011.
  • TM 11473A-OR/1A (PDF). Vol. PCN 184 114730 00. United States Marine Corps. March 2008. Retrieved 2008-10-03. limited access
  • Fielding Plan for the RIFLE, 7.62 MM, M39 ENHANCED MARKSMAN RIFLE (EMR). United States Marine Corps. {{cite book}}: |access-date= requires |url= (help)
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