PGM Mini-Hecate II

History of the PGM Mini-Hecate II

French PGM Precision offers three main battle rifles in 2022: the PGM338, "Ultima Ratio," "Hecate II," and the scaled-down "Mini-Hecate II." The PGM338 and Ultima Ratio serve as general sniper rifles, while the Hecate II is an oversized Anti-Material Rifle designed for armored targets and counter-sniping. The Mini-Hecate II, on the other hand, is a modular and versatile tactical design, featuring adjustability in various components, folding for storage and transportation, and multiple attachment points for accessories.

These rifles share a strong alloy steel receiver and a manual burst system for cartridge management. The magazine holds five rounds, and the trigger assembly is fully adjustable. They feature a Picatinny rail for optics and side rails for tactical attachments, as well as a foldable bipod and a muzzle brake to reduce recoil. Additionally, the rifles can be equipped with silencers for covert long-distance operations. Depending on the variant, they are available in various cartridge calibers and barrel lengths to suit different needs, with the Commando 60, 69, and 76 variants providing flexibility in terms of overall length for transport.

Specification

Basics

Year of Service: 2021

Origins: France

Categories: bolt-action sniper rifle

Manufacturer: PGM Precision - France

Operator: France

Features

Accuracy/Precision

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

Special Forces

The quality of this weapon has proven its value to Special Forces who need a versatile and reliable solution to the rigors of special operations.

Mute feature

Support for silence/suppression actions via silencers, silencers or subsonic ammunition for stealth operations.

Lock system

The operation requires the operator to operate a bolt handle or similar device, clean the chamber of the used cartridge, and insert a new cartridge from the magazine.

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.

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length: 1,150 mm (45.28 inches)

Barrel length: 600 mm (23.62 inches)

Cured weight: 14.77 lbs (6.70 kg)

Attractions: Receiver optics; S&B 5-25x56 PM II/LP

Bolt Action: The process of manually operating the control bolt lever to eject the spent cartridge, releasing the bolt and inserting a new cartridge into the chamber.

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber: 300 NM, 300 PRC, 338 NM, 338 L and 375 SWISS P

Circle/Feed: Detachable 5-round box magazine.

Performance

Rate of fire: 12 Number of revolutions

Mile speed: 3,000 ft/s (914 m/s)

VARIANTS

Commando 60 - Base model with a length of 115 cm / 90 cm (folded); 60 cm barrel length; 6. 7kg weight; Chambers 300PRC and 338L.

Commando 69 - 124cm/99cm medium length model; 69cm barrel; 6.9kg weight; 300 NM, 338 NM and 338 L chambers.

Commando 76 - Full length model 131 cm/106 cm; 76 cm barrel; 8. 1kg weight; 375 SWISS P bore.