The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle, or SMLE is a bolt-action rifle.
Specifications[]
Weight: 8.8 lbs (4 kg)
Length: 44 in (110 cm)
Barrel Length: 25 in (63.5 cm)
Cartridge: .303 Mk VII SAA Ball
Action: Bolt-action
Muzzle Velocity: 2,441 ft/s (744 m/s)
Effective Range: 550 yd (503 m)
Maximum Range: 3,000 yd (2,743 m)
Feed System: 10-round magazine, loaded with 5-round charger clips
Sights: Sliding ramp rear sights, fixed-post front sights
Uses[]
The iconic Lee-Enfield rifle, the SMLE Mk III was introduced on January 26, 1907. It saw extensive action in both World Wars, as the standard firearm of British and Commonwealth forces up until the 1950's. It is only starting to be phased out of the Canadian Rangers.