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Finland Sako
TRG-42
A bolt-action precision sniper rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum, developed by Sako as a magnum-caliber sibling to the 7.62mm TRG-22. It equips military sniper and designated-marksman units across Europe and is prized for its adjustable, ergonomic stock.
In service since 2000 · 15 operator countries
Compiled from public sources ·primary reference ↗ ·last verified 2026-07-02
1,200
m range
905
m/s
10
rds
💲 ≈ $8,000, Approximate military/export unit price
Procurement snapshot
Availability & export
National export licensing
Subject to Finland export-control approval; verify eligibility with the manufacturer.
Channel: Direct commercial / G2G
Fielded & proven
Widely fielded · 15 operators
In service since 2000. Status: active · ~10,000 built.
Lifecycle cost (est.)
Unit cost known; one-shot / small-arms class has no meaningful O&S tail to model.
Interoperability
No standardised NATO calibre / datalink detected in public specs.
Derived guidance from public data, export regime by country of origin, lifecycle from the GAO ~30% acquisition rule. Verify eligibility, pricing and offsets with the manufacturer and your acquisition authority.
Full specifications
Performance
Speed, range, altitude and engagement capability.
| Effective range Distance at which the weapon reliably hits point targets. Higher extends engagement envelope. | 1,200 m |
|---|---|
| Muzzle velocity Projectile speed leaving the barrel. Higher means flatter trajectory and better armor penetration. | 905 m/s |
Firepower
Armament, payload and guidance.
| Main armament Primary weapon: main gun, cannon or missile type. | .338 Lapua Magnum |
|---|---|
| Caliber Bore diameter of the main gun or rifle. Larger throws heavier projectiles; not simply better, ammunition commonality matters. | 8.6 mm |
| Ammunition Rounds carried (main gun) or standard magazine capacity. | 10 |
Physical
Dimensions, weight and crew.
| Length Overall length including gun/probe where applicable. | 1.27 m |
|---|---|
| Empty weight Weight without fuel, ammunition or crew. | 6 kg |
| Crew Personnel required to operate. Fewer reduces exposure; autoloaders trade a loader for mechanical complexity. | 1 |
| Barrel length Barrel length, longer improves muzzle velocity and accuracy, shorter improves handling. | 690 mm |
Program
Cost, production scale and operators.
| Unit cost Approximate flyaway/unit cost where public. Defense pricing varies hugely by contract, offsets and configuration. Lower is cheaper. | $8,000 |
|---|---|
| Units built Total production run. Higher means proven manufacturing, mature logistics and spares availability. | 10,000 |
| Operator countries Number of countries operating the system. More operators means broader support ecosystem. | 15 |
Specifications compiled from public Sako and reference sources ↗. Published defense figures are approximations, treat comparisons as directional. Last verified 2026-07-02.
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Uzi Frequently asked questions
How many crew does the Sako TRG-42 require? +
The Sako TRG-42 requires a crew of 1.
What is the main armament of the Sako TRG-42? +
The Sako TRG-42's primary weapon is the .338 Lapua Magnum.
What is the Sako TRG-42 used for? +
The Sako TRG-42 is a rifle & long arms typically used for infantry combat.
How many countries operate the Sako TRG-42? +
The Sako TRG-42 is operated by 15 countries.
How much does the Sako TRG-42 cost? +
The Sako TRG-42 has an approximate unit cost of 8,000 USD. Defense pricing varies by contract, offsets and configuration, treat this as directional.
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