Zbroyar Z-10

History of the Zbroyar Z-10

The Zbroyar Z-10 is a state-of-the-art Ukrainian-origin sniper rifle chambered for the ubiquitous 7.62x51mm NATO standard full power rifle cartridge. The weapon is a local development of the proven American AR-10, arranged by Ukrainian concern Zbroyar (founded in 2004).

It is known that it is actively used by the 79th Air Assault Brigade of the Special Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This unit and the aforementioned weapons have been found in the ongoing war against Russia and its backed separatists in the Donbass.

The form and function of this rifle largely mimics the modern Armalite AR-10, including the upper and lower receiver sections. Other components are brought together from other overseas suppliers to form this precision-focused battlefield solution.

The result is a powerful long-range semi-autonomous system used to fulfill the roles of Special Forces sniper and designated marksman (DM).

The weapon has a fully adjustable stock with a long rail visible above the receiver and handguard, providing attachment points for various optics including night vision and thermal sights. A collapsible bipod can be mounted under the guard to provide support when prone or behind a wall. The pistol grip is M-16 style sloping back, and the magazine feeder is just in front of the trigger block to accept a curved detachable box magazine. The trigger has an oversized loop to allow use with gloved hands.

As usual, the ejection port is set on the right side of the frame, and loading is via a 10- or 20-round box. The muzzle brake is slotted and extends beyond the handguard - a silencer can be added for concealed operation.

Specification

Base

Year of Service

2017

Origins

Ukraine

Categories

Sniper/Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR)

Manufacturer

Zbroyar - Ukraine

Operator

Ukraine

Roles

Accuracy/Precision

Long-range accuracy/accuracy capability; good for sniping, especially when equipped with sights.

Special Forces

The qualities of this weapon have proven its worth to special forces who need a versatile, reliable solution for the rigors of special operations.

Special weapons for specific characters on the battlefield.

Notable features

target/area suppression

Inherent ability to provide suppress power to target/target area.

Semi-automatic fire

Internal action allows triggering a single bullet per trigger, triggering a semi-automatic loading mechanism for continuous fire.

Repeated Shots

The system has built-in automatic or pseudo-automatic function, which can achieve repeated triggering.

Ability to use rifle scopes/visual aids

Support for mounting optics (scopes) to improve accuracy in long-range shooting.

Bipod assembly

Aiming can be aided by the use of a bipod support assembly, either as an integral part of the design or as an option.

Customizable

Design allows users to customize certain components for customization.

Adaptable

Design provides attachment points for external aftermarket hardware including laser sights, flashlights, scopes and grips.

Action

semi-automatic; gas powered

Semi-automatic

One shot per trigger; self-loading or self-loading action supported by internal mechanisms; stroke management (and initial cocking) typically required by operators; subsequent shots assisted by unlocking/moving bolts.

Gas Power

proposes a pneumatic system that typically consists of a cylinder and a rear drive piston that directs power to the bolt assembly.

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber*

7.62x51mm NATO

Rounds / Feed

10- or 20-round detachable box magazine.

VARIANTS

Z-10 - Base Series Name.