Zastava M93 Black Arrow: Serbia's .50 Cal Anti-Materiel Rifle

Published on August 20, 2021
Duration: 18:01

This video provides an in-depth look at the Zastava M93 Black Arrow, a powerful .50 caliber anti-materiel rifle from Serbia. Expert Ian McCollum details its design influences, technical specifications, and historical context, highlighting its role as a long-range precision weapon. The review covers its development, caliber options, and comparisons to other notable firearms.

Quick Summary

The Zastava M93 Black Arrow is a Serbian .50 caliber anti-materiel rifle designed in the 1990s for engaging materiel targets like vehicles and aircraft. It's available in 12.7x108mm and .50 BMG, with claimed accuracy of 1.5 MOA. Its design borrows ergonomics from the French FR-F1 sniper rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Zastava M93 Black Arrow
  2. 00:41Anti-Materiel Concept
  3. 02:02Caliber and Development History
  4. 03:58Design Influences
  5. 04:42Stock and Ergonomics
  6. 06:36Magazine and Receiver
  7. 08:04Optics and Sights
  8. 09:36Bipod and Handling
  9. 11:52Muzzle Brake
  10. 12:47Bolt Design Comparison
  11. 16:20Accuracy and Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Zastava M93 Black Arrow?

The Zastava M93 Black Arrow is a powerful .50 caliber anti-materiel rifle developed by Zastava Arms in Serbia during the 1990s. It's designed for engaging targets like parked aircraft, communication equipment, and light armored vehicles at long ranges.

What calibers is the Zastava M93 Black Arrow available in?

The Zastava M93 Black Arrow was originally chambered in the Soviet 12.7x108mm for the Yugoslav army. It is also produced in the widely adopted .50 BMG caliber for export markets, including the United States.

What are the design influences of the Zastava M93 Black Arrow?

While based on the Zastava M70 Mauser action, the M93 Black Arrow's ergonomics and secondary features, such as the magazine release and bolt components, are heavily influenced by the French FR-F1 sniper rifle.

What is the claimed accuracy of the Zastava M93 Black Arrow?

Zastava Arms claims that the M93 Black Arrow rifle is capable of achieving 1.5 MOA (Minute of Angle) accuracy, making it a precise long-range platform for its intended anti-materiel role.

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