Due to its 7.62mm caliber and its semi-automatic action, the M89SR is more akin to a Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) than true manually-actuated, bolt-action rifle system. As such, it can be issued at the infantry-level to supply intra-squad support where accurate ranged fire is needed without calling on the services of a dedicated sniper team. The repeat-fire nature of the weapon also can be used in the fire suppression role if needed.
To date, the M89SR has seen active use in limited numbers by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) including special operations forces.
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