Lee-Enfield

The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle, or SMLE is a bolt-action rifle.

Specifications
Weight: 8.8 lbs (4 kg)

Length: 44 in (110 cm)

Barrel Length: 25 in (63.5 cm)

Cartridge: .303 Mk VII SAA Ball

Action: Bolt-action

Muzzle Velocity: 2,441 ft/s (744 m/s)

Effective Range: 550 yd (503 m)

Maximum Range: 3,000 yd (2,743 m)

Feed System: 10-round magazine, loaded with 5-round charger clips

Sights: Sliding ramp rear sights, fixed-post front sights

Uses
The iconic Lee-Enfield rifle, the SMLE Mk III was introduced﻿ on January 26, 1907. It saw extensive action in both World Wars, as the standard firearm of British and Commonwealth forces up until the 1950's. It is only starting to be phased out of the Canadian Rangers.