Victrix · Sniper Rifle
Beretta Victrix Corvus
Bolt action · .308 Winchester · introduced 2018
Also known as Victrix Corvus, Corvo, BDT Corvus
About the Beretta Victrix Corvus
The Beretta Victrix Corvus is an Italian military-grade precision sniper rifle developed by Victrix Armaments, a subsidiary of Beretta Defense Technologies. Built around a robust AISI 630 stainless steel action with a three-lug bolt design and PVD surface finishing, the Corvus is engineered for extreme accuracy and durability in harsh operational environments. The rifle features a folding stock with fully adjustable cheek piece and length of pull, a free-floating heavy barrel with detachable four-chamber muzzle brake, and a full-length Picatinny rail for optics mounting. The Corvus is guaranteed to deliver 0.5 MOA accuracy at 1,000 meters with match-grade ammunition.
The Victrix Corvus takes its name from the Latin word for raven, continuing the Italian tradition of naming military equipment after birds of prey. When Beretta acquired Victrix Armaments in 2017, it marked a strategic move by the world's oldest active firearms manufacturer to enter the purpose-built precision sniper rifle market for the first time in its nearly 500-year history.
Beretta Victrix Corvus specifications
General
- Type
- Sniper Rifle
- Action
- Bolt action
- Firing mechanism
- Striker-fired
- Trigger
- Two stage
- Trigger pull
- 1.3 kg (2.9 lb)
- Calibres
- .308 Winchester, .338 Lapua Magnum
- Magazine capacity
- 5 rounds
- Magazine
- Detachable box magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 660 mm (26.0 in)
- Overall length
- 1220 mm (48.0 in)
- Folded length
- 1000 mm (39.4 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 7.05 kg (15.54 lb)
- Weight (loaded)
- 7.40 kg (16.31 lb)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:11 in (279 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
- Grooves
- 6
Materials
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Receiver / frame
- Stainless steel
- Stock
- Aluminum chassis
- Finish
- pvd_coated
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 860 m/s (2822 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 3592 J (2649 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 1000 m
History
- Introduced
- 2018
- Production status
- In production
- Country of origin
- IT
Available calibres
Features
- Free floating barrel
- Three lug bolt
- Adjustable cheek piece
- Folding stock
- Adjustable length of pull
- Suppressor ready
- Full length picatinny rail
- Muzzle brake
- Adjustable trigger
- Pvd surface treatment
- Sub moa accuracy
Safety
- Manual safety
- Firing pin safety
Victrix Armaments was founded in 2008 in Brescia, Italy, and was acquired by Beretta in 2017, becoming part of Beretta Defense Technologies. The Corvus action uses AISI 630 (17-4 PH) precipitation-hardened stainless steel, which provides exceptional corrosion resistance and strength. The PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) coating adds an additional layer of wear and corrosion resistance. The three-lug bolt design provides a 60-degree bolt throw for fast cycling. The .338 Lapua Magnum variant uses a 26-inch barrel and is the primary military offering.
