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M82A1 SASR (Special Applications Scoped Rifle), a high-powered .50 calibre sniper rifle used as a military anti-materiel rifle
M82A1 SASR (Special Applications Scoped Rifle), a high-powered .50 calibre sniper gut used as a military anti-materiel rifle