Iran sniper rifle acquisitions

The STEYR HS .50 is a long range, high precision rifle, with an effective range of up to 1,640 yards (1,500 m) and similar armor piercing qualities to the american Barrett 50cal sniper rifles. The Steyr is single shot and not self-loading which is arguably a disadvantage relative to the Barrett but allows for easier concealment of the firer (why many countries prefer bolt action sniping rifles).

The Steyr can pierce US army issue body armor and poses a threat to lightly armored vehicles such as Hummers and trucks.