Shaher (sniper rifle)
Shaher is an Iranian-made 14.5mm anti-materiel sniper rifle capable of penetrating concrete strongholds, armored vehicles and helicopters. It has a maximum effective range of. The weapon weighs and is long. It can engage helicopters and other low flying aircraft. The anti-armor rounds used by the Shaher are capable of penetrating thick armor and come in different armor-piercing varieties.History
The rifle was unveiled in 2012 alongside a series of military vehicles and transportation units.
In April 2014, a new version of Shaher was unveiled, with Picatinny rails added on the top of the rifle.
