8×50mmR Siamese, 8×52mmR Siamese 30-06 Springfield .30 Carbine
Caliber
8 mm, .30 carbine (Type 66)
Action
Bolt action
Muzzle velocity
~ 680 m/s (Type 46/66) ~ 620 m/s (Type 46)
Feed system
5-round magazine
Sights
Iron
Facing the threat of Western colonial expansionism in Southeast Asia during the later part of the 19th century, King Rama V of Siam (now Thailand), sought new weapons as part of a modernization program to ensure the kingdom's independence.[1] After experiments with other rifles, the Siamese military decided to purchase a Mauser rifle based on the Gewehr 98 design as their principle service rifle.[1][2] Through various modifications, adaptations, and using various cartridges, the Siamese Mausers served as the main infantry weapon of Siam until after World War II.[1][2][3]
^ abcUnlisted, Othais. "Rifle: Thai Mausers Type 46 and 46/66". CandRsenal. CandRsenal. Retrieved 15 April 2018.
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