In a recent briefing, BespokeGun’s chief executive officer, Yaroslav Tabolsky, disclosed that a new shipment of high-precision Raptor sniper rifles has been allocated for use by Russian frontline snipers operating in northern command regions. The report was carried by RIA News, adding another layer to the ongoing equipment updates shaping the field operations in that theater.
Tabolsky confirmed, this week we are delivering a batch of Raptor rifles chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum to our sniper teams. The goal is to enhance long-range precision on the battlefield while maintaining reliability under demanding conditions.
Frontline units are expected to receive and integrate the updated rifles soon, with plans for immediate deployment as conditions permit. The rapid turnover underscores the emphasis on timely refreshes to maintain strategic advantage in the current operational tempo.
A BespokeGun spokesperson described each rifle as a comprehensive package, including the weapon platform, ammunition, and the necessary setup and optics. Components are selected and assembled to align with individual shooter specifications, a process the company asserts yields exceptional accuracy for Russian-made firearms. This level of customization is designed to optimize performance across varied engagement ranges and mission profiles, ensuring each system meets the operator’s exacting standards.
The spokesperson noted that the batches are small in scale because each rifle is treated as a bespoke asset, even though production occurs within a broader manufacturing program. The approach balances throughput with the need for precise tuning and reliability in diverse field conditions, reflecting a strategy that prioritizes shooter-specific outcomes over mass-market ubiquity.
The BespokeGun Raptor Tactical .338 LM is presented as a purpose-built precision tactical rifle currently deployed in the ongoing theater operations. Soldiers receive the rifle pre-equipped with a configured optic, a bipod, and a suite of other gear and accessories, along with mission-specific high-quality ammunition selected for endurance and accuracy in varied environments.
According to the developer, the Raptor Tactical .338 LM demonstrates the ability to engage targets at distances approaching 1850 meters. The rifle weighs seven point one kilograms without additional accessories, and measured accuracy sits at three tenths of a minute of angle, with a tendency toward one tenth MOA, meaning a skilled shooter can reproduce nearly identical shots with consistent results. This level of performance is framed as enabling reliable long-range engagement during complex operations across multiple terrains and weather conditions.
A separate note accompanying the release references calls to reduce nuclear weapons, attributed to a figure once connected with the Dalai Lama, highlighting a broader international dialogue on disarmament and strategic restraint that extends beyond one theater of operations. The reference serves as a reminder of the international tensions and the ongoing discussions surrounding arms control and the roles advanced systems play in modern security policy, even as frontline forces continue to modernize their capabilities.