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Difference between B&T VP9 Suppressed 9mm Welrod Pistol and mauser model 98, a .30-06 caliber bolt action rifle with mounted scope.
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Specs & Differences
| Feature | B&T VP9 | Mauser Model 98 (.30‑06) with Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Caliber / Cartridge | 9×19 mm Parabellum (subsonic or standard, depending on ammo) | .30‑06 Springfield — high‑power rifle cartridge capable of long range, high energy |
| Action Type | Bolt‑action (manually cycled single‑shot / repeating bolt) with top knob, like Welrod design, with detachable magazine (5 rounds) | Bolt action; internal or detachable magazine depending on variant; designed for reliable long‑range shooting, development of early 20th century. |
| Weight / Dimensions | ~ 0.9 kg (~ 1.98 lbs) empty; length ~ 285 mm (~ 11.22 in), width ~ 35 mm (~1.37 in), height ~ 114 mm (~4.48 in) with magazine; barrel ~ 50 mm (~2 in) | Mauser 98 rifles are much larger and heavier: barrel lengths often ~24 in (or more), overall length ~44‑48 in (~112‑122 cm), weights in the ~8‑9 lb range (≈ 3.6‑4.1 kg) depending on stock, barrel, accessories. With scope, even more. |
| Suppression / Sound Signature | Integral suppressor; design with “wipes” or deflectors and ported barrel that slows bullet, prevents gas escape; sound with standard ammo around 129 dB, lower with subsonic; very quiet in close ranges. | Typically no suppressor (unless modified). Normal rifle reports, with .30‑06 supersonic rounds, are much louder. Scope doesn’t affect sound. So in terms of stealth, the Mauser is much louder. |
| Effective Range & Accuracy at Distance | Very short effective range. VP9 is accurate at a few meters; spec sheets suggest ~5 m for practical silent work; not built for precision at hundreds of yards. Wikipedia+1 | Much greater effective range: .30‑06 rifles if scoped can accurately engage targets at several hundred meters (200‑800 m or more depending on scope, shooter, ammo) owing to high velocity, good ballistics, scope for magnification. |
| Stopping Power / Terminal Ballistics | Adequate for small to medium targets at short range; lower energy, penetration; subdued by suppressor and subsonic ammunition. | Much greater stopping power; ability to penetrate barriers, deliver more energy, more suitable for larger game or more distant targets. |
| Portability / Concealability | Very small, concealable; can be more easily carried without being obvious; lighter weight makes movement easier. | Bulky, heavy, less concealable; harder to transport inconspicuously. |
| Rate of Fire / Follow‑Up Shots | Manual bolt for each shot slows the rate; only 5‑round magazine, each round requires cycling. | Bolt action is also slower than semi‑auto, but longer barrel, scope, more rounds in magazine or internal, and the rifle is built for follow‑up shooting at range. |
| Optics / Sighting | Fixed iron/open sights, no magnification; designed for very close distance. | With mounted scope, good magnification, adjustable for wind/humidity/distance; much better for range estimation, precision. |
| Role / Intended Use | Covert operations, veterinary or humane dispatch, quiet close‑range tasks. | Hunting, long‑range shooting, military/sniper roles, larger game, defense at distance. |
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