Lancaster Service Rifle

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Lancaster 1960 Model Battle Rifle (Lancaster Service Rifle)
Lancaster Service Rifle.jpg
An LSR
TypeSemi-automatic rifle
Place of originVionna-Frankenlisch
Service history
In service1961–present
Used byVionna-Frankenlisch
Production history
DesignerRoyal Glynmoran Arms Factory, Lancaster Arms Company
Designed1959-60
Produced1960-66, 1980-89, 1989-present (limited runs)
No. built4,300,000
Variants1961 Model Marksman Rifle
Specifications
Weight4.337 kg (9.56 lbs) empty
Length1,143 mm (45 in)
Barrel length554.4 mm (21.7 in)

Cartridge.303 Imperial
ActionGas-operated, tilting breechblock
Rate of fireSemi-automatic
Muzzle velocity823 m/s (2,700 ft/s)
Effective firing range800 m (875 yds) (Effective range)
Feed system20-round detachable box magazine
SightsAperture rear sight, post front sight

The Lancaster Service Rifle or Lancaster 1960 Model Battle Rifle is a Vionna-Frankenlischian semi-automatic service rifle designed by the Lancaster Arms Company. It is the primary service rifle of the Imperial Vionnan Army and Frankenlisch Defence Force.