FP-2000

FP-2000
FP-2000
	FP-2000
Type	Sniper rifle
Place of origin	Yonderre
Service history
In service	2000–present
Used by	See Users
Wars	The Deluge
Production history
Designer	FNC
Designed	1998-1999
Manufacturer	FNC
Produced	1999-present
Specifications
Mass	5.8 kg (12.8 lb) empty
Barrel length	690 mm (27.17 in)
Cartridge	7.5x62mm; 8.6×70mm Gabion Magnum
Action	Bolt-action
Effective firing range	800 m (875 yd) (7.5x62mm); 1,500 m (1,640 yd) (8.6×70mm Gabion Magnum)
Feed system	8-round detachable box magazine (7.5x62mm); 7-round detachable box magazine (8.6×70mm Gabion Magnum)

The FP-2000, short for Fusil de Précision mle 2000, literally "Precision rifle model of 2000", is a Yonderian sniper rifle designed and manufactured by Fabrique Nationale Collinebourg. Introduced in 2000, the FP-2000 is the primary precision rifle of the Yonderian Defence Force and Kiravian Armed Forces. It is also used by the Special Intervention Force of the Custodes Yonderre. Designed from the ground up as a purpose-built military sniper rifle, the FP-2000 was designed specifically with the 7.5x62mm and 8.6×70mm Gabion Magnum cartridges in mind.

FP-2000 sniper rifles are normally fitted with muzzle brakes to reduce recoil, jump and flash. The FNC FP-2000 muzzle brakes vent sideways and are detachable. While they are made with iron sights, FP-2000s are designed to be outfitted with a telescopic sight with either fixed or variable magnification power. Variable telescopic sights can be used if the operator wants more flexibility to shoot at varying ranges, or when a wide field of view is required.

Design

Development

The FP-2000 was developed by Fabrique Nationale Collinebourg from 1998-1999 based somewhat on their previous FP-88 hunting rifle design. Developed from the ground up as a military sniper rifle, the rifle's designers sought to achieve the highest degree of accuracy possible from the venerable 7.5x62mm cartridge used by the Yonderian Defence Force and the ability to seamlessly operate the 8.6×70mm Gabion Magnum to the same degree of accuracy. The FP-2000's purposive design features, reliability in adverse conditions and consistent accuracy performance (a capable marksman can expect ≤ 0.5 MOA consistent accuracy with appropriate ammunition) have made it a popular, though expensive, sniper rifle system. FNC states that the FP-2000 factory acceptance tests with high quality match ammunition has an accuracy of 1 MOA (0.291 mil) for 8.6×70mm Gabion Magnum and ⅔ MOA (0.194 mil) for 7.5x62mm chambered models.

Design features

The central feature of the FP-2000 is a cold-hammer forged receiver and barrel. Both provide maximum strength for minimum weight as well as excellent resistance to wear. The action has a hex style profile on top with a smaller closed ejection port. The free-floating heavy barrels are made from 41xx steel that resist throat erosion better than average stainless steel barrels, offering a not only longer service life but also a higher degree of accuracy despite prolonged use. The standard military barrel length is 690 mm (27.17 in), altough FNC will manufacture whichever custom barrel length is necessary. The two-stage trigger mechanism displays an adjustable trigger pull weight of 1 to 2.5 kg (2 to 5 lb) and can be adjusted for length, horizontal and vertical pitch. The advantage of these features is to prevent trigger movement in an inappropriate direction that would cause the rifle to move off target. Trigger travel is short with no noticeable over-travel.

The trigger mechanism can be removed without additional disassembling of the rifle. The firing pin travel is 6.5 mm (0.26 in). The trigger guard is dimensioned to allow easy access with gloved fingers for cold weather operation. The safety lever is located in front of the trigger inside of the trigger guard and can be operated without producing mechanical noise. The two-position safety locks the trigger mechanism, locks the bolt in closed position and blocks the firing pin. The safety is on when it is in its rearmost position. It is off when it is pushed to its most forward position. When the weapon is cocked the firing pin protrudes 1.6 mm (0.06 in) from the rear of the bolt-action, making it possible to feel if the weapon is ready to fire or not in poor visibility.