Barrett XM109 OSW (Objective Sniper Weapon)

Prototype Anti-Material Grenade Launcher / Rifle System

United States | 2014

"The Barrett XM109 mates the lethality of an anti-material rifle system with the firepower of a grenade launcher."

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Performance
Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the Barrett XM109 OSW (Objective Sniper Weapon). Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

6,335 ft
1,930.9 m | 2,111.7 yds
Max.Eff.Range

Physical
The physical qualities of the Barrett XM109 OSW (Objective Sniper Weapon). Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

1,200 mm
47.24 in
O/A Length

450 mm
17.72 in
Barrel Length

33.29 lb
15.10 kg
Weight

Semi-Automatic; Short Recoil; Magazine-Fed
Action

25x59mm
Caliber(s)

5-Round Detachable Box Magazine
Feed

Optional Optics.
Sights

Variants
Notable series variants as part of the Barrett XM109 OSW (Objective Sniper Weapon) Prototype Anti-Material Grenade Launcher / Rifle System family line.

XM109 - Base Series Designation

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Barrett Firearms Manufacturing of the United States had expanded upon the original Barrett M82/M107 anti-material rifle family with the introduction of its XM109 model. The weapon is chambered to fire the 25x59mm "smart" grenade that once formed the focus of the now-abandoned General Dynamics XM307 grenade-projecting weapon (detailed elsewhere on this site). The XM109 features the lower receiver of the classic M82/M107 anti-material rifle with an all-new upper receiver element. This allows the XM109 to be "rebuilt" and used in the traditional anti-material rifle role. The XM109 relies on a proven semi-automatic, short-recoil action with feeding by way of a 5-round detachable box magazine. It takes on a traditional rifle-style arrangement - shoulder stock, pistol grip, magazine, and forend/handguard.

For a time, the XM109 was known under the name of "Objective Sniper Weapon (OSW).

Overall weight of the XM109 is just over 33 lb with a running length of 46 inches and a barrel measuring 17.6 inches long. The shoulder stock is skeletal which reduces overall weight. The muzzle incorporates a massive vertically slotted brake to help content with the violent recoil effects of firing such a large caliber projectile. Across the top of the weapon is a long section of Picatinny rail which allows for a variety of optics to be fitted. A folding (optional) bipod is installed under the forend/handguard ahead of the magazine well and a carrying handle eases transport of the weapon on marches. A large ejection port is identified along the right side of the weapon body for ejecting the large spent casings of the 25mm grenade.

As with the M84/M107 series rifles, the XM109 is primarily intended to defeat light armored vehicles and engage personnel behind light fortified cover at range. The grenade aspect of the round adds a unique capability that typical anti-material rifles lack as grenades can carry variable warhead loads. A BORS ballistic computer assists in the "smart" aspect of the grenades in play. As a complete package, the XM109 is said to provide for increased engagement ranges over that as offered by the original Barrett rifles though within a more compact, portable package.

Current known operators of the XM109 include the Ukrainian Army.

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Operators
Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the Barrett XM109 OSW (Objective Sniper Weapon). Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national small arms listing.

Contractor(s): Barrett Firearms Manufacturing - USA

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