Victrix · Sniper Rifle
Victrix Armaments Scorpio
Bolt action · .338 Lapua Magnum · introduced 2015
Also known as Scorpio .338, Victrix Scorpio
About the Victrix Armaments Scorpio
The Victrix Armaments Scorpio is an Italian-made precision bolt-action sniper rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum, designed for military and law enforcement long-range engagements. Built with Italian engineering precision and featuring a modular aluminum chassis system, the Scorpio has quickly earned a reputation for exceptional accuracy and build quality. The rifle was adopted by the Italian military and has been evaluated by several other NATO forces for their precision rifle programs.
Victrix Armaments emerged from the Brescia firearms district, where Italian gunmaking tradition stretches back over 500 years. Despite being a relatively young company, Victrix quickly gained international recognition when their rifles won multiple long-range shooting competitions and were adopted by the Italian military, beating out established competitors from several countries in rigorous trials.
Victrix Armaments Scorpio specifications
General
- Type
- Sniper Rifle
- Action
- Bolt action
- Firing mechanism
- Striker-fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Trigger pull
- 1.5 kg (3.4 lb)
- Calibres
- .338 Lapua Magnum
- Magazine capacity
- 5 rounds
- Magazine
- Detachable box magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 686 mm (27.0 in)
- Overall length
- 1250 mm (49.2 in)
- Folded length
- 990 mm (39.0 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 6.80 kg (14.99 lb)
- Weight (loaded)
- 7.20 kg (15.87 lb)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:10 in (254 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
- Grooves
- 6
Materials
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Receiver / frame
- Aluminum alloy
- Stock
- Aluminum chassis
- Finish
- cerakote
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 900 m/s (2953 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 6570 J (4846 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 1500 m
History
- Introduced
- 2015
- Production status
- In production
- Country of origin
- IT
Features
- Free floating barrel
- Folding stock
- Adjustable cheek piece
- Adjustable length of pull
- Muzzle brake
- Picatinny rail
- Monopod
- Bipod mount
- Match grade barrel
- Modular chassis
- Quick change barrel
Safety
- Two position safety
- Firing pin safety
Victrix Armaments is based in Brescia, Italy, the historic center of Italian firearms manufacturing. The Scorpio uses a proprietary three-lug bolt action designed for smooth, fast cycling. The modular chassis allows for rapid barrel changes and caliber conversions. The rifle has demonstrated consistent sub-0.5 MOA accuracy at 100 meters during military acceptance testing. The company also produces the Minerva competition variant and the Corvus tactical variant.
