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Talk:American Sniper

2015-02-10T03:53:22Z

Regality: /* TAC-388/Mk.13 */

==Template Status==
Would it be alright to update the page's header template from upcoming to now showing to reflect the Christmas debut, or wait for the full release in January? [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 18:03, 25 December 2014 (EST)
: I'd be inclined to wait 'til the full release, but ultimately the fact it's on a partial release is irrelevant - The 'Now Showing' template is still technically correct, while the 'unreleased' template is now technically incorrect. Plus it'd have be to be changed at some point anyway, so may as well do it now. It still otherwise notes it's unavailable for capping outside of official images and trailers/clips, which I think is the central point. [[User:StanTheMan|StanTheMan]] ([[User talk:StanTheMan|talk]]) 22:24, 25 December 2014 (EST)
::IMDB has it as 2014. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 09:49, 26 December 2014 (EST)

==Marine Uniform Authenticity==

I noticed in some of the screenshots that the Marines were wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland camo Interceptor vests. I was under the impression the USMC stopped using woodland-patterned vests at about the same time as they stopped using the 6-color DCU uniforms?

[[Image:AmericanS 207.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Marines wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland Interceptor vests]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|A Marine wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with the more correct coyote-brown vest and pack]]

[[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 21:13, 4 January 2015 (EST)
:The USMC used woodland-patterned vests all the way through to the Second Battle of Fallujah in November 2004, and you can see them in many of the photos taken of the battle. The coyote brown variant of the Interceptor wasn't produced until after the invasion of Afghanistan (and the Interceptor started mass production in 1999 in only woodland camo) so it is accurate for the Marines to be wearing a mix of coyote-brown and woodland vests during the rough time frame between 2003 and 2005. --[[User:Markit|Markit]] ([[User talk:Markit|talk]]) 23:56, 5 January 2015 (EST)
::Markit is right. The USMC used both coyote brown and M81-pattern IBAs during the Second Battle of Fallujah in 2004. During that time, there were Marines using both the coyote brown and the M81-pattern vests, as there weren't enough coyote brown ones to go around. The film is accurate (surprisingly so) in this regard. In later scenes, the Marines start wearing MTV vests. I was pleasantly surprised how accurate they got the gear for the time periods, even though there aren't any time cards to show dates and such. Even the U.S. Army used M81 vests until the ACU was issued around late-2005, early 2006. Desert DCU-patterned IBAs were extremely rare and were only used by higher-ranking rear echelon guys, interpreters, MPs and USAF security forces. [[User:Laqueesha|Laqueesha]] ([[User talk:Laqueesha|talk]]) 19:28, 20 January 2015 (EST)

==M14s look like M1As==
They lack the selector switches on the receiver. 05:27, 5 January 2015 (EST)

== Kyle's sidearm ==

In a picture from an article about Bradley Cooper's experience with sniper rifles during preproduction, Cooper appears to be carrying a 1911 of some sort. It could possibly be a Springfield TRP like Chris Kyle said that he carried in his first deployment. In his later deployments Kyle carried a Sig p220 to replace the Springfield that was damaged by shrapnel.

[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

:Can't tell by this picture, but having seen the movie, I can say that he uses a SIG 226, same as the rest of the SEALs. (And it's definitely a 226 and not a 220; I saw the wider grip/frame.) Kyle's sidearm is, unfortunately, one of the movie's gun-related inaccuracies. But I suppose it's a forgivable inaccuracy compared to ''[[Lone Survivor]]'' depicting the SEALs using Berettas - which was entirely due to a product placement deal. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 00:24, 15 January 2015 (EST)

In this picture, as well as a scene from his first deployment, where he is discussing the identity of the butcher, there is a beavertail and grip angle that is uncharacteristic of a Sig. Also, in said scene, the stainless steel muzzle can be seen below the hip holster that Cooper is wearing, also uncharacteristic of a Sig. However, these traits are charactetistic of a TRP.

::Don't remember that scene, and you may be right. But I recall seeing other scenes where he had a SIG 226, and I remember thinking to myself (having read the book), "Wrong gun." I suppose we'll have to wait for the Blu Ray to confirm. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 22:49, 16 January 2015 (EST)
:::Just got back from watching this and I can confirm that he has some sort of 1911 pistol during the first half of the film. It looks to have the wider magwell of the TRP but without a screenshot I can't be certain. I also noticed at least one AK during the sandstorm sequence was a Zastava. --[[User:Cool-breeze|cool-breeze]] ([[User talk:Cool-breeze|talk]]) 18:53, 18 January 2015 (EST)

I saw an Episode of NRA Gun Gurus (Episode 203), this past week dealing with Hollywood Guns. In the episode they visited ISS and on the table was several of the weapons used for American Sniper. While they did not talk about the firearms from this movie specifically, a passing camera shot provided a nice look at what appeared to be a Springfield TRP Operator Full Rail with a label beside it that said, "American Sniper, Bradley Cooper." I have been trying to find that episode in order to provide a screenshot, but am coming up empty thus far. ----[[User:CLambert|CLambert]] ([[User talk:CLambert|talk]]) 01:07, 21 January 2015 (EST)

I think Kyle is definitely using the TRP then a P220. He was definitely using a 1911 type pistol in the early scenes. With the scenes with the P220, I looked at his spare mags to try and see if the gun was a P220 or a P226. The mags appeared to be single stack stainless mags, characteristics of a P220. On another note, how about Kyle's other sidearm, the Colt Single Action Army he was carrying at home near the end of the film? --[[User:Charterarmsoffduty|Charterarmsoffduty]] ([[User talk:Charterarmsoffduty|talk]]) 10:12, 1 February 2015 (EST)

==Another pic==

Got this from an online article about Kyle and the SEALS. It shows his Mk.18 and his sniper rifle on racks on the left side, if anyone wants to add it to the article. --[[User:DeltaOne|DeltaOne]] ([[User talk:DeltaOne|talk]]) 22:44, 16 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:Kyle.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

==TAC-388/Mk.13==
You sure they're not the same rifle?
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|This is listed as the TAC-388.]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
I really don't see any difference between the two.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 00:19, 21 January 2015 (EST)

Yeah, they're the same rifle. Both a TAC-338. [[User:Spartan198|Spartan198]] ([[User talk:Spartan198|talk]]) 22:11, 22 January 2015 (EST)

These are not even close to the same rifle. The one on top is in a McMillan A5 stock. It has a McMillan boult shroud, and a McMillan bolt handle. The rifle in the second two images has a Remington 700 bolt handle, Remington 700 bolt shroud, and FFS it says "Remington" on the side of the action. It is also sitting in an A2 stock, which was used for the MK13 initially, but has NEVER been used for the TAC-338. Furthermore, it is wearing a KAC 30 caliber suppressor (note that KAC does not and has never made a 338 suppressor). How is he getting a 338 Lapua to shoot through a 30 caliber can? You kids might want to get some new glasses. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 12:06 AM, 9 February 2015 (MST)

I can't see the difference, and the only markings I saw were the Remmington ones. I'd be shocked if any of the rifles were really .338, there's no reason ''not'' to use a 7.62 NATO rifle there's lots off ammo for. As for the suppressor, there's no reason an armorer couldn't or wouldn't stick an existing .30 suppressor on a .338. Why buy a new one when you already have one that fits? Personally, I think they're all Mk.13s come to think of it.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 10:42, 9 February 2015 (EST)

If you shoot a 338 through a 30 cal can, the can will explode, that's a reason an armorer wouldn't do that. At this point I'm not sure if your serious or just trolling. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 11:49 AM, 9 February 2015 (MST)
:I just want to remind everyone that no one is actually firing live ammo at any point here. And most Hollywood suppressors aren't really suppressors. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 13:55, 9 February 2015 (EST)
::I know they're not using live ammo or real suppressors. Not sure about Regality though...--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 14:44, 9 February 2015 (EST)
:::I'm aware that they aren't using live ammo, but we are trying to determine what the rifle is based off the images we have. Either we ignore the can and don't know what caliber it is, or we account for the can and conclude it's a 30 cal rifle. The KAC suppressor takes a significant amount of work to adapt to a different platform, they didn't just slap it on there because it "fit". Even if it is a fake can, they put a lot of effort into getting it onto that gun. And even if they did move the suppressor to a rifle it doesn't belong on, you still haven't accounted for the fact that one rifle has a Remington action, and the other has a McMillan action. Maybe come back with a shred of evidence more than "I can't see the difference". [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 3:17 PM, 9 February 2015 (MST)
::::Top one certainly doesn't have the same scope on it (there's an extra diagonal control, the top turret is taller and the side one flatter) and it doesn't look like the barrel is the same either (compare the last shot of the TAC-338 to the one with the suppressor here). I think these are two similar-but-different guns as the page currently says.
::::Regality, lose the attitude, all this chest-thumping about how stupid everyone is for not agreeing with you is not in any way productive even if you're right. I'm not sure how you could possibly claim "I don't see the difference" isn't a rebuttal to a claim that something is different, and since you're the one asserting there are two weapons here you have the burden of proof, not them. And FYI movie suppressors generally could not possibly explode even if you shot the wrong round though them because they have no baffles or wipes in them. Nevermind that since the weapon is bolt-action there's no need to make it cycle and since it's suppressed there's not much call for a full-power hot blank. [[User:Evil Tim|Evil Tim]] ([[User talk:Evil Tim|talk]]) 18:56, 9 February 2015 (EST)
:::::I apologize for the attitude. I was frustrated because he changed it to be incorrect twice, and then said that he can't see the difference immediately after I explained the difference.

== Please help ID. ==

Please help ID this rifle. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 13:57, 21 January 2015 (EST)
[[File:AmerSBTS_511.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

:Pretty certain that's the TAC-338A. [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 20:39, 21 January 2015 (EST)

GAP Gladius in .308--[[User:Gwhysow|Gwhysow]] ([[User talk:Gwhysow|talk]]) 00:00, 24 January 2015 (EST)

:Is the TAC_388 based on the Remington 700? Because the rifle is very clearly marked as such. Also, there's a SEAL with what looks like a Mk.14 EBR.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 18:23, 27 January 2015 (EST)

== BTS Images ==

[[File:AmerSBTS 502.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
:Was the faux Abrams not available? I'm pretty sure even the Marine Corps had phased out M60 tanks by whenever the movie is set. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 14:08, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:: The tank was probably used as reference and then an M1A1 Abrams was added in digitally. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 15:18, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:::Yeah, the final scene was an Abrams. Didn't even notice it was CG.[[User:Temp89|Temp89]] ([[User talk:Temp89|talk]])
::::Yeah, [http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_778425-Made-for-Movie-M1--Abrams-.html IMCDB has the final shot] and it looks like it's a digital composite with a completely reworked turret and the hull front changed, but they've left some parts like the [http://pics.imcdb.org/3321/americansniper162.jpg running gear] which is completely incorrect for an Abrams. [[User:Evil Tim|Evil Tim]] ([[User talk:Evil Tim|talk]]) 21:21, 29 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:AmerSBTS 506.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 508.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 501.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 510.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 552.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

Talk:American Sniper

2015-02-09T22:18:00Z

Regality: /* TAC-388/Mk.13 */

==Template Status==
Would it be alright to update the page's header template from upcoming to now showing to reflect the Christmas debut, or wait for the full release in January? [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 18:03, 25 December 2014 (EST)
: I'd be inclined to wait 'til the full release, but ultimately the fact it's on a partial release is irrelevant - The 'Now Showing' template is still technically correct, while the 'unreleased' template is now technically incorrect. Plus it'd have be to be changed at some point anyway, so may as well do it now. It still otherwise notes it's unavailable for capping outside of official images and trailers/clips, which I think is the central point. [[User:StanTheMan|StanTheMan]] ([[User talk:StanTheMan|talk]]) 22:24, 25 December 2014 (EST)
::IMDB has it as 2014. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 09:49, 26 December 2014 (EST)

==Marine Uniform Authenticity==

I noticed in some of the screenshots that the Marines were wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland camo Interceptor vests. I was under the impression the USMC stopped using woodland-patterned vests at about the same time as they stopped using the 6-color DCU uniforms?

[[Image:AmericanS 207.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Marines wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland Interceptor vests]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|A Marine wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with the more correct coyote-brown vest and pack]]

[[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 21:13, 4 January 2015 (EST)
:The USMC used woodland-patterned vests all the way through to the Second Battle of Fallujah in November 2004, and you can see them in many of the photos taken of the battle. The coyote brown variant of the Interceptor wasn't produced until after the invasion of Afghanistan (and the Interceptor started mass production in 1999 in only woodland camo) so it is accurate for the Marines to be wearing a mix of coyote-brown and woodland vests during the rough time frame between 2003 and 2005. --[[User:Markit|Markit]] ([[User talk:Markit|talk]]) 23:56, 5 January 2015 (EST)
::Markit is right. The USMC used both coyote brown and M81-pattern IBAs during the Second Battle of Fallujah in 2004. During that time, there were Marines using both the coyote brown and the M81-pattern vests, as there weren't enough coyote brown ones to go around. The film is accurate (surprisingly so) in this regard. In later scenes, the Marines start wearing MTV vests. I was pleasantly surprised how accurate they got the gear for the time periods, even though there aren't any time cards to show dates and such. Even the U.S. Army used M81 vests until the ACU was issued around late-2005, early 2006. Desert DCU-patterned IBAs were extremely rare and were only used by higher-ranking rear echelon guys, interpreters, MPs and USAF security forces. [[User:Laqueesha|Laqueesha]] ([[User talk:Laqueesha|talk]]) 19:28, 20 January 2015 (EST)

==M14s look like M1As==
They lack the selector switches on the receiver. 05:27, 5 January 2015 (EST)

== Kyle's sidearm ==

In a picture from an article about Bradley Cooper's experience with sniper rifles during preproduction, Cooper appears to be carrying a 1911 of some sort. It could possibly be a Springfield TRP like Chris Kyle said that he carried in his first deployment. In his later deployments Kyle carried a Sig p220 to replace the Springfield that was damaged by shrapnel.

[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

:Can't tell by this picture, but having seen the movie, I can say that he uses a SIG 226, same as the rest of the SEALs. (And it's definitely a 226 and not a 220; I saw the wider grip/frame.) Kyle's sidearm is, unfortunately, one of the movie's gun-related inaccuracies. But I suppose it's a forgivable inaccuracy compared to ''[[Lone Survivor]]'' depicting the SEALs using Berettas - which was entirely due to a product placement deal. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 00:24, 15 January 2015 (EST)

In this picture, as well as a scene from his first deployment, where he is discussing the identity of the butcher, there is a beavertail and grip angle that is uncharacteristic of a Sig. Also, in said scene, the stainless steel muzzle can be seen below the hip holster that Cooper is wearing, also uncharacteristic of a Sig. However, these traits are charactetistic of a TRP.

::Don't remember that scene, and you may be right. But I recall seeing other scenes where he had a SIG 226, and I remember thinking to myself (having read the book), "Wrong gun." I suppose we'll have to wait for the Blu Ray to confirm. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 22:49, 16 January 2015 (EST)
:::Just got back from watching this and I can confirm that he has some sort of 1911 pistol during the first half of the film. It looks to have the wider magwell of the TRP but without a screenshot I can't be certain. I also noticed at least one AK during the sandstorm sequence was a Zastava. --[[User:Cool-breeze|cool-breeze]] ([[User talk:Cool-breeze|talk]]) 18:53, 18 January 2015 (EST)

I saw an Episode of NRA Gun Gurus (Episode 203), this past week dealing with Hollywood Guns. In the episode they visited ISS and on the table was several of the weapons used for American Sniper. While they did not talk about the firearms from this movie specifically, a passing camera shot provided a nice look at what appeared to be a Springfield TRP Operator Full Rail with a label beside it that said, "American Sniper, Bradley Cooper." I have been trying to find that episode in order to provide a screenshot, but am coming up empty thus far. ----[[User:CLambert|CLambert]] ([[User talk:CLambert|talk]]) 01:07, 21 January 2015 (EST)

I think Kyle is definitely using the TRP then a P220. He was definitely using a 1911 type pistol in the early scenes. With the scenes with the P220, I looked at his spare mags to try and see if the gun was a P220 or a P226. The mags appeared to be single stack stainless mags, characteristics of a P220. On another note, how about Kyle's other sidearm, the Colt Single Action Army he was carrying at home near the end of the film? --[[User:Charterarmsoffduty|Charterarmsoffduty]] ([[User talk:Charterarmsoffduty|talk]]) 10:12, 1 February 2015 (EST)

==Another pic==

Got this from an online article about Kyle and the SEALS. It shows his Mk.18 and his sniper rifle on racks on the left side, if anyone wants to add it to the article. --[[User:DeltaOne|DeltaOne]] ([[User talk:DeltaOne|talk]]) 22:44, 16 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:Kyle.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

==TAC-388/Mk.13==
You sure they're not the same rifle?
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|This is listed as the TAC-388.]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
I really don't see any difference between the two.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 00:19, 21 January 2015 (EST)

Yeah, they're the same rifle. Both a TAC-338. [[User:Spartan198|Spartan198]] ([[User talk:Spartan198|talk]]) 22:11, 22 January 2015 (EST)

These are not even close to the same rifle. The one on top is in a McMillan A5 stock. It has a McMillan boult shroud, and a McMillan bolt handle. The rifle in the second two images has a Remington 700 bolt handle, Remington 700 bolt shroud, and FFS it says "Remington" on the side of the action. It is also sitting in an A2 stock, which was used for the MK13 initially, but has NEVER been used for the TAC-338. Furthermore, it is wearing a KAC 30 caliber suppressor (note that KAC does not and has never made a 338 suppressor). How is he getting a 338 Lapua to shoot through a 30 caliber can? You kids might want to get some new glasses. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 12:06 AM, 9 February 2015 (MST)

I can't see the difference, and the only markings I saw were the Remmington ones. I'd be shocked if any of the rifles were really .338, there's no reason ''not'' to use a 7.62 NATO rifle there's lots off ammo for. As for the suppressor, there's no reason an armorer couldn't or wouldn't stick an existing .30 suppressor on a .338. Why buy a new one when you already have one that fits? Personally, I think they're all Mk.13s come to think of it.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 10:42, 9 February 2015 (EST)

If you shoot a 338 through a 30 cal can, the can will explode, that's a reason an armorer wouldn't do that. At this point I'm not sure if your serious or just trolling. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 11:49 AM, 9 February 2015 (MST)
:I just want to remind everyone that no one is actually firing live ammo at any point here. And most Hollywood suppressors aren't really suppressors. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 13:55, 9 February 2015 (EST)
::I know they're not using live ammo or real suppressors. Not sure about Regality though...--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 14:44, 9 February 2015 (EST)
:::I'm aware that they aren't using live ammo, but we are trying to determine what the rifle is based off the images we have. Either we ignore the can and don't know what caliber it is, or we account for the can and conclude it's a 30 cal rifle. The KAC suppressor takes a significant amount of work to adapt to a different platform, they didn't just slap it on there because it "fit". Even if it is a fake can, they put a lot of effort into getting it onto that gun. And even if they did move the suppressor to a rifle it doesn't belong on, you still haven't accounted for the fact that one rifle has a Remington action, and the other has a McMillan action. Maybe come back with a shred of evidence more than "I can't see the difference". [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 3:17 PM, 9 February 2015 (MST)

== Please help ID. ==

Please help ID this rifle. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 13:57, 21 January 2015 (EST)
[[File:AmerSBTS_511.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

:Pretty certain that's the TAC-338A. [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 20:39, 21 January 2015 (EST)

GAP Gladius in .308--[[User:Gwhysow|Gwhysow]] ([[User talk:Gwhysow|talk]]) 00:00, 24 January 2015 (EST)

:Is the TAC_388 based on the Remington 700? Because the rifle is very clearly marked as such. Also, there's a SEAL with what looks like a Mk.14 EBR.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 18:23, 27 January 2015 (EST)

== BTS Images ==

[[File:AmerSBTS 502.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
:Was the faux Abrams not available? I'm pretty sure even the Marine Corps had phased out M60 tanks by whenever the movie is set. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 14:08, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:: The tank was probably used as reference and then an M1A1 Abrams was added in digitally. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 15:18, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:::Yeah, the final scene was an Abrams. Didn't even notice it was CG.[[User:Temp89|Temp89]] ([[User talk:Temp89|talk]])
::::Yeah, [http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_778425-Made-for-Movie-M1--Abrams-.html IMCDB has the final shot] and it looks like it's a digital composite with a completely reworked turret and the hull front changed, but they've left some parts like the [http://pics.imcdb.org/3321/americansniper162.jpg running gear] which is completely incorrect for an Abrams. [[User:Evil Tim|Evil Tim]] ([[User talk:Evil Tim|talk]]) 21:21, 29 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:AmerSBTS 506.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 508.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 501.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 510.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 552.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

Talk:American Sniper

2015-02-09T18:50:27Z

Regality: /* TAC-388/Mk.13 */

==Template Status==
Would it be alright to update the page's header template from upcoming to now showing to reflect the Christmas debut, or wait for the full release in January? [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 18:03, 25 December 2014 (EST)
: I'd be inclined to wait 'til the full release, but ultimately the fact it's on a partial release is irrelevant - The 'Now Showing' template is still technically correct, while the 'unreleased' template is now technically incorrect. Plus it'd have be to be changed at some point anyway, so may as well do it now. It still otherwise notes it's unavailable for capping outside of official images and trailers/clips, which I think is the central point. [[User:StanTheMan|StanTheMan]] ([[User talk:StanTheMan|talk]]) 22:24, 25 December 2014 (EST)
::IMDB has it as 2014. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 09:49, 26 December 2014 (EST)

==Marine Uniform Authenticity==

I noticed in some of the screenshots that the Marines were wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland camo Interceptor vests. I was under the impression the USMC stopped using woodland-patterned vests at about the same time as they stopped using the 6-color DCU uniforms?

[[Image:AmericanS 207.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Marines wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland Interceptor vests]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|A Marine wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with the more correct coyote-brown vest and pack]]

[[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 21:13, 4 January 2015 (EST)
:The USMC used woodland-patterned vests all the way through to the Second Battle of Fallujah in November 2004, and you can see them in many of the photos taken of the battle. The coyote brown variant of the Interceptor wasn't produced until after the invasion of Afghanistan (and the Interceptor started mass production in 1999 in only woodland camo) so it is accurate for the Marines to be wearing a mix of coyote-brown and woodland vests during the rough time frame between 2003 and 2005. --[[User:Markit|Markit]] ([[User talk:Markit|talk]]) 23:56, 5 January 2015 (EST)
::Markit is right. The USMC used both coyote brown and M81-pattern IBAs during the Second Battle of Fallujah in 2004. During that time, there were Marines using both the coyote brown and the M81-pattern vests, as there weren't enough coyote brown ones to go around. The film is accurate (surprisingly so) in this regard. In later scenes, the Marines start wearing MTV vests. I was pleasantly surprised how accurate they got the gear for the time periods, even though there aren't any time cards to show dates and such. Even the U.S. Army used M81 vests until the ACU was issued around late-2005, early 2006. Desert DCU-patterned IBAs were extremely rare and were only used by higher-ranking rear echelon guys, interpreters, MPs and USAF security forces. [[User:Laqueesha|Laqueesha]] ([[User talk:Laqueesha|talk]]) 19:28, 20 January 2015 (EST)

==M14s look like M1As==
They lack the selector switches on the receiver. 05:27, 5 January 2015 (EST)

== Kyle's sidearm ==

In a picture from an article about Bradley Cooper's experience with sniper rifles during preproduction, Cooper appears to be carrying a 1911 of some sort. It could possibly be a Springfield TRP like Chris Kyle said that he carried in his first deployment. In his later deployments Kyle carried a Sig p220 to replace the Springfield that was damaged by shrapnel.

[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

:Can't tell by this picture, but having seen the movie, I can say that he uses a SIG 226, same as the rest of the SEALs. (And it's definitely a 226 and not a 220; I saw the wider grip/frame.) Kyle's sidearm is, unfortunately, one of the movie's gun-related inaccuracies. But I suppose it's a forgivable inaccuracy compared to ''[[Lone Survivor]]'' depicting the SEALs using Berettas - which was entirely due to a product placement deal. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 00:24, 15 January 2015 (EST)

In this picture, as well as a scene from his first deployment, where he is discussing the identity of the butcher, there is a beavertail and grip angle that is uncharacteristic of a Sig. Also, in said scene, the stainless steel muzzle can be seen below the hip holster that Cooper is wearing, also uncharacteristic of a Sig. However, these traits are charactetistic of a TRP.

::Don't remember that scene, and you may be right. But I recall seeing other scenes where he had a SIG 226, and I remember thinking to myself (having read the book), "Wrong gun." I suppose we'll have to wait for the Blu Ray to confirm. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 22:49, 16 January 2015 (EST)
:::Just got back from watching this and I can confirm that he has some sort of 1911 pistol during the first half of the film. It looks to have the wider magwell of the TRP but without a screenshot I can't be certain. I also noticed at least one AK during the sandstorm sequence was a Zastava. --[[User:Cool-breeze|cool-breeze]] ([[User talk:Cool-breeze|talk]]) 18:53, 18 January 2015 (EST)

I saw an Episode of NRA Gun Gurus (Episode 203), this past week dealing with Hollywood Guns. In the episode they visited ISS and on the table was several of the weapons used for American Sniper. While they did not talk about the firearms from this movie specifically, a passing camera shot provided a nice look at what appeared to be a Springfield TRP Operator Full Rail with a label beside it that said, "American Sniper, Bradley Cooper." I have been trying to find that episode in order to provide a screenshot, but am coming up empty thus far. ----[[User:CLambert|CLambert]] ([[User talk:CLambert|talk]]) 01:07, 21 January 2015 (EST)

I think Kyle is definitely using the TRP then a P220. He was definitely using a 1911 type pistol in the early scenes. With the scenes with the P220, I looked at his spare mags to try and see if the gun was a P220 or a P226. The mags appeared to be single stack stainless mags, characteristics of a P220. On another note, how about Kyle's other sidearm, the Colt Single Action Army he was carrying at home near the end of the film? --[[User:Charterarmsoffduty|Charterarmsoffduty]] ([[User talk:Charterarmsoffduty|talk]]) 10:12, 1 February 2015 (EST)

==Another pic==

Got this from an online article about Kyle and the SEALS. It shows his Mk.18 and his sniper rifle on racks on the left side, if anyone wants to add it to the article. --[[User:DeltaOne|DeltaOne]] ([[User talk:DeltaOne|talk]]) 22:44, 16 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:Kyle.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

==TAC-388/Mk.13==
You sure they're not the same rifle?
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|This is listed as the TAC-388.]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
I really don't see any difference between the two.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 00:19, 21 January 2015 (EST)

Yeah, they're the same rifle. Both a TAC-338. [[User:Spartan198|Spartan198]] ([[User talk:Spartan198|talk]]) 22:11, 22 January 2015 (EST)

These are not even close to the same rifle. The one on top is in a McMillan A5 stock. It has a McMillan boult shroud, and a McMillan bolt handle. The rifle in the second two images has a Remington 700 bolt handle, Remington 700 bolt shroud, and FFS it says "Remington" on the side of the action. It is also sitting in an A2 stock, which was used for the MK13 initially, but has NEVER been used for the TAC-338. Furthermore, it is wearing a KAC 30 caliber suppressor (note that KAC does not and has never made a 338 suppressor). How is he getting a 338 Lapua to shoot through a 30 caliber can? You kids might want to get some new glasses. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 12:06 AM, 9 February 2015 (MST)

I can't see the difference, and the only markings I saw were the Remmington ones. I'd be shocked if any of the rifles were really .338, there's no reason ''not'' to use a 7.62 NATO rifle there's lots off ammo for. As for the suppressor, there's no reason an armorer couldn't or wouldn't stick an existing .30 suppressor on a .338. Why buy a new one when you already have one that fits? Personally, I think they're all Mk.13s come to think of it.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 10:42, 9 February 2015 (EST)

If you shoot a 338 through a 30 cal can, the can will explode, that's a reason an armorer wouldn't do that. At this point I'm not sure if your serious or just trolling. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 11:49 AM, 9 February 2015 (MST)

== Please help ID. ==

Please help ID this rifle. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 13:57, 21 January 2015 (EST)
[[File:AmerSBTS_511.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

:Pretty certain that's the TAC-338A. [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 20:39, 21 January 2015 (EST)

GAP Gladius in .308--[[User:Gwhysow|Gwhysow]] ([[User talk:Gwhysow|talk]]) 00:00, 24 January 2015 (EST)

:Is the TAC_388 based on the Remington 700? Because the rifle is very clearly marked as such. Also, there's a SEAL with what looks like a Mk.14 EBR.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 18:23, 27 January 2015 (EST)

== BTS Images ==

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:Was the faux Abrams not available? I'm pretty sure even the Marine Corps had phased out M60 tanks by whenever the movie is set. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 14:08, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:: The tank was probably used as reference and then an M1A1 Abrams was added in digitally. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 15:18, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:::Yeah, the final scene was an Abrams. Didn't even notice it was CG.[[User:Temp89|Temp89]] ([[User talk:Temp89|talk]])
::::Yeah, [http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_778425-Made-for-Movie-M1--Abrams-.html IMCDB has the final shot] and it looks like it's a digital composite with a completely reworked turret and the hull front changed, but they've left some parts like the [http://pics.imcdb.org/3321/americansniper162.jpg running gear] which is completely incorrect for an Abrams. [[User:Evil Tim|Evil Tim]] ([[User talk:Evil Tim|talk]]) 21:21, 29 January 2015 (EST)

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American Sniper

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{{NowShowing}}
{{Infobox Movie
|name = American Sniper
|picture =American Sniper.jpg
|caption = ''Theatrical Poster''
|country = [[Image:USA.jpg|25px]] USA
|director = [[Clint Eastwood]]
|date= 2014
|studio=Warner Brothers Pictures Village Roadshow Pictures
|distributor=Warner Brothers Pictures
|character1=Chris Kyle
|actor1=[[Bradley Cooper]]
|character2=Taya Ranae Kyle
|actor2=[[Sienna Miller]]
|character3=Colonel Jones
|actor3=[[Chance Kelly]]
|character4='D' / Dandridge
|actor4=[[Cory Hardrict]]
|character5='Squirrel' / Case
|actor5=[[Eric Ladin]]
|character6=Marc Lee
|actor6=Luke Grimes
|character7=Ranger One
|actor7=[[Owain Yeoman]]
|character8=Mustafa
|actor8=[[Sammy Sheik]]
|character9=Dauber
|actor9=Kevin Lacz
|character10=Biggles
|actor10=Jack McDorman
}}

'''''American Sniper''''' is a 2014 biographical war film directed by [[Clint Eastwood]]. Based on Chris Kyle's autobiography ''American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History'', the film stars [[Bradley Cooper]] as Kyle and [[Sienna Miller]] as his wife Taya Ranae Kyle.

{{Film Title}}

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=Sniper Rifles=
==McMillan TAC-338A==
Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle ([[Bradley Cooper]]) uses a [[McMillan Tactical Rifles|McMillan TAC-338A]] rifle as one of his main weapons. The weapon is fitted with a Leupold Mark 4. The rifle is also similar in appearance to the TAC-338 rifle that Kyle used in real life.
[[File:Tac338.jpg|thumb|none|501px|McMillan TAC-338A sniper rifle with Harris bipod, Leupold Mark 4 scope, and AN/PVS-22 Universal Night Sight - .338 Lapua Magnum]]
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle taking aim with the rifle.]]
[[File:AmericanS 401.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]]
[[File:AmericanS 400.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]]

==SOCOM MK 13==
During his first tour in Iraq, Kyle uses an [[Remington 700|MK13]], based off the [[Remington Model 700]], chambered in 300 Winchester Magnum. The weapon is fitted with a Nightforce NXS scope, harris bipod, MIRS night vision rail, Knight's Armament M110 supressor and is sitting in a McMillan A2 stock.
[[File:Mk 13 MOD 5.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Remington Mk. 13 Mod 5 with bolt open, Harris bipod and KAC M110 suppressor - .300 Winchester Magnum]]
[[File:Kyle.jpg|thumb|none|400px|]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Chris Kyle ([[Bradley Cooper]]) takes aim with what appears to be an MK13 rifle, based off the [[Remington Model 700]], chambered in 300 Winchester Magnum.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Closeup of the KAC suppressor.]]

== M40A1 sniper rifle ==
The [[Remington 700#M40 Sniper Rifle|M40A1 sniper rifle]] is being fired by Kyle during sniper training.
[[Image:M40a1standard-1-.jpg‎ |thumb|none|500px|Remington M40A1 sniper rifle - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS 402.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle trains with the rifle.]]

==Knight's Armament SR-25==
Both Kyle and another SEAL sniper (Kevin Lacz) are seen armed with tan-painted [[Knight's Armament SR-25]] sniper rifles.
[[Image:Knights-Armament-SR-25-Mk11-Mod-0Unsuppressed.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Knight's Armament SR-25 with Harris bipod - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS 403.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle with his SR-25 at the ready as he prepares to clear a house. Notice the suppressor strapped to the front of his vest via zip-ties.]]
[[File:AmericanS_206.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle is armed with the SR25 while clearing a house.]]
[[File:AmericanS_209.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle holds his SR25 during an interrogation.]]

==Mk 12 Mod 1 Special Purpose Rifle==
Kyle uses a [[Mk 12 Special Purpose Rifle|Mk 12 Mod 1 Special Purpose Rifle]] with a tan paint scheme, Harris bipod, Crane stock, Leupold Mark 4 scope, and suppressor while training to be a sniper. Other SEALs are also seen using the rifles in Iraq.
[[File:MK12Mod1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Mark 12 Mod 1 SPR with suppressor, 30-round magazine, Harris bipod, and Leupold Mark 4 scope - 5.56x45mm.]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 505.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A behind the scenes image of [[Bradley Cooper]] as Kyle with the rifle.]]

==M40A3==
A Marine Scout Sniper that accompanies Kyle on a mission in Iraq is seen firing a [[M40A3 Sniper Rifle]] while engaging insurgents in Sadr City.
[[Image:M40a3.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M40A3 sniper rifle with Harris bipod - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS 405.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Scout Sniper with his M40A3 slung behind Kyle]]

==FPK/PSL Sniper Rifle==
Mustapha ([[Sammy Sheik]]) uses a bipod-equipped [[FPK / PSL Sniper Rifle]].
[[Image:Romanian-FPK-PSL.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Romanian FPK/PSL sniper rifle - 7.62x54mm]]
[[File:American-sniper-sammy-sheik.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mustapha aims the FPK/PSL sniper rifle. ]]

==SVD Dragunov==
Mustapha also uses a [[SVD Dragunov]] in one scene.
[[Image:SVD Rifle.jpg|thumb|none|500px|SVD Dragunov sniper rifle - 7.62x54mm R]]

==Tabuk Sniper Rifle==
An Iraqi [[Tabuk Sniper Rifle]] is seen in a cache of weapons. The Tabuk rifles seen in the film are American-made copies built by the Two Rivers Arms Company for Independent Studio Services, the film's armorer.
[[File:Tabuk-sniper.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Iraqi Tabuk sniper rifle with cleaning rod removed and Zrak scope - 7.62x39mm]]
[[File:Americansniper-tabuk-1.jpg|thumb|none|601px|The rifle is seen in the weapons cache.]]

=Rifles=

==M16A4==
U.S. Marines in Iraq can been seen using [[M16A4]] rifles as their standard weapons. Another Marine carries an M16A4 fitted with an EOTech sight, AN/PEQ-2 IR designator, stock-mounted magazine pouch, and an [[M203]] grenade launcher. On Kyle's final mission a Marine Scout Sniper that accompanies him is also armed with an M16A4 but with an ACOG sight, AN/PEQ-15 IR designator, and an [[M203]] grenade launcher.
[[Image:M16A4Standard.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M16A4 with carry handle attached and standard A2 handguards - 5.56x45mm]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Marines on patrol armed with the M16A4.]]
[[File:AmericanS_232.jpg|thumb|none|600px| Another Marine carries an M16A4 fitted with an EOTech sight and [[M203]] grenade launcher. ]]
[[File:AmericanS_208.jpg|thumb|none|600px|On the right, a Marine accompanying Kyle carries the rifle.]]

==MK 18 Mod 0 CQB==
Kyle and many of the SEALs use tan-painted [[M16_rifle_series#CQB-R_.2F_Mk._18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0 CQB carbines]] with various accessories ranging from suppressors, AN/PEQ-2 & AN/PEQ-15 IR designators, Crane stocks, LMT rear sights, Aimpoint CompM2 red dot sights, and EOTech holographic sights.
[[Image:Mk18.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Mk. 18 Mod 0 with LMT rear sight, RIS foregrip, and Crane stock - 5.56x45mm]]
[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Production still of [[Bradley Cooper]] with a [[M16_rifle_series#CQB-R_.2F_Mk._18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0 CQB carbine]].]]
[[File:AmericanS_221.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle and other SEALs armed with the carbine.]]
[[File:AmericanS_239.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle comes under fire while carrying the carbine.]]

==M4A1 Carbine==
U.S. Army soldiers, private military contractors and some of the SEALs use [[M4A1]] carbines with various attachments, including the [[M203]] grenade launcher.
[[Image:ColtM4.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Colt M4A1 Carbine with M68 Aimpoint reflex optic, Knight's Armament RAS railed handguard and vertical forward grip - 5.56x45mm]]

==M1A==
A US Navy honor guard detail performs a rifle volley with [[M1A]] rifles during a funeral.
[[File:Springfield Armory M1A Black.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Springfield Armory M1A with synthetic stock - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_223.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Navy honor guard fires their M1A rifles during a military funeral]]

==AKMS==
Many Iraqi insurgents use [[AKMS]] rifles. Several can also be seen in a hidden weapons cache as mentioned below.
[[Image:AKMS.jpg|thumb|none|500px|AKMS - 7.62x39mm]]

==AKM==
Iraqi insurgents also use [[AKM]] rifles.
[[Image:AKMRifle.jpg|thumb|none|500px|AKM - 7.62x39mm]]

=Machine Guns=
==Mark 48 Mod 0==
A [[M249#Mk_48_Mod_0|Mark 48 Mod 0]] fitted with an ACOG scope is carried by the Navy SEAL nicknamed "Biggles" (Jake McDorman).
[[Image:MK48.jpg‎|thumb|none|500px|Mk 48 Mod 0 light machine gun - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_214.jpg|thumb|none|600px|"Biggles" (Jake McDorman) carrying a Mark 48 Mod 0.]]

==M249 SAW==
A Marine Corps automatic rifleman can be seen carrying an [[M249 SAW]] when a fireteam is conducting a building-clearing operation.
[[Image:Fn m249saw mk2 10-1-.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M249 SAW 5.56x45mm]]
[[File:AmericanS_207.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The second Marine from the right can be seen armed with an M249 SAW as his fireteam makes entry on a building]]

==M240==
[[M240]] GPMGs are mounted on the SEAL Humvees and MRAPs.
[[Image:M240-1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M240B with newer style lower handguard (designed to attach RIS rails via hex nut) - 7.62x51mm NATO.]]
[[File:American-sniper-sam-jaeger-chance-kelly.jpg|thumb|none|600px|In the background, an M240 mounted in the humvee.]]

==Browning M2HB==
[[Browning M2HB]] heavy machine guns are mounted on M113 armored personnel carriers and M1A1 Abrams tanks in the film.
[[Image:BrowningM2HB.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M2HB - .50 BMG]]
[[File:AmericanS 227.jpg|thumb|none|600px|[[Browning M2HB]] heavy machine gun mounted on an and M1A1 Abrams tanks.]]

==Browning GAU-16/A==
A [[Browning M3 heavy machine gun|Browning GAU-16/A]] is seen on the side of a UH-1N Marine Huey helicopter.
[[File:GAU-16A UH1N.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning GAU-16/A - .50 BMG]]

==M197 Vulcan==
During a firefight, a USMC AH-1W Super Cobra can be seen firing into an insurgent position, the chopper's ubiquitous [[M61 Vulcan#General Dynamics M197 Vulcan|M197 Vulcan]] visible in the nose.
[[Image:M197Gatling.jpg|thumb|none|200px|M197 Vulcan 20mm]]
[[File:AmericanS 226.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A USMC AH-1W Super Cobra can be seen firing into an insurgent position, the chopper's ubiquitous [[M61 Vulcan#General Dynamics M197 Vulcan|M197 Vulcan]] visible in the nose.]]

=Handguns=
==SIG-Sauer P226==
Captain Martens (Sam Jaeger) is seen with a [[SIG-Sauer P226]] pistol tucked into his plate carrier. Chris Kyle himself is also seen carrying the P226 throughout the movie, which is an inaccuracy (in real life, Kyle used a [[Springfield TRP]] and later switched to the .45 ACP [[SIG-Sauer P220]]).

[[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|none|300px|SIG-Sauer P226 - 9x19mm]]
[[File:American-sniper-sam-jaeger-chance-kelly.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A SIG-Sauer P226 pistol is seen in the vest of Navy SEAL Captain Martens (Sam Jaeger) as he stands next to Colonel Jones ([[Chance Kelly]]).]]

=Other=
==RKG-3 Anti-Tank Grenade==
An Iraqi woman is seen handing a [[RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]] to a child.
[[Image:Rk3-upg82.jpg|thumb|none|500px|RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]]
[[File:AmericanS_236.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle observes an Iraqi woman is seen handing a [[RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]] to a child. ]]

==M203 Grenade Launcher==
Marines in Iraq can be seen with an [[M203 grenade launcher]] mounted on his M16A4 rifle.
[[Image:M16A4M203ACOG.jpg|thumb|none|501px|M203 grenade launcher 40mm mounted on M16A4 5.56x45mm with ACOG scope]]
[[Image:AmericanS 232.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Marine carrying an M16A4 with an underbarrel M203 grenade launcher]]

==RPG-7==
A young boy is seen picking up a [[RPG-7]]. RPG-7s are also used by numerous insurgents.
[[Image:Rpg-7-1-.jpg‎ |thumb|none|500px|RPG-7 40mm]]
[[File:AmericanS 219.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The young boy holds the RPG.]]

==Weapons Cache==
A cache of weapons including rifles and grenades are found hidden in a floor. The weapons include several AKMS rifles, at least one Tabuk sniper rifle, several [[F-1 hand grenade]]s, an [[RGD-5 hand grenade]], a [[PROM-1 anti-personnel mine]], two RPG-7 launchers, and several RKG-3 anti-tank grenades.
[[File:Americansniper-tabuk-1.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Several explosives and rifles are found in the weapons cache.]]

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==Template Status==
Would it be alright to update the page's header template from upcoming to now showing to reflect the Christmas debut, or wait for the full release in January? [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 18:03, 25 December 2014 (EST)
: I'd be inclined to wait 'til the full release, but ultimately the fact it's on a partial release is irrelevant - The 'Now Showing' template is still technically correct, while the 'unreleased' template is now technically incorrect. Plus it'd have be to be changed at some point anyway, so may as well do it now. It still otherwise notes it's unavailable for capping outside of official images and trailers/clips, which I think is the central point. [[User:StanTheMan|StanTheMan]] ([[User talk:StanTheMan|talk]]) 22:24, 25 December 2014 (EST)
::IMDB has it as 2014. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 09:49, 26 December 2014 (EST)

==Marine Uniform Authenticity==

I noticed in some of the screenshots that the Marines were wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland camo Interceptor vests. I was under the impression the USMC stopped using woodland-patterned vests at about the same time as they stopped using the 6-color DCU uniforms?

[[Image:AmericanS 207.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Marines wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland Interceptor vests]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|A Marine wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with the more correct coyote-brown vest and pack]]

[[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 21:13, 4 January 2015 (EST)
:The USMC used woodland-patterned vests all the way through to the Second Battle of Fallujah in November 2004, and you can see them in many of the photos taken of the battle. The coyote brown variant of the Interceptor wasn't produced until after the invasion of Afghanistan (and the Interceptor started mass production in 1999 in only woodland camo) so it is accurate for the Marines to be wearing a mix of coyote-brown and woodland vests during the rough time frame between 2003 and 2005. --[[User:Markit|Markit]] ([[User talk:Markit|talk]]) 23:56, 5 January 2015 (EST)
::Markit is right. The USMC used both coyote brown and M81-pattern IBAs during the Second Battle of Fallujah in 2004. During that time, there were Marines using both the coyote brown and the M81-pattern vests, as there weren't enough coyote brown ones to go around. The film is accurate (surprisingly so) in this regard. In later scenes, the Marines start wearing MTV vests. I was pleasantly surprised how accurate they got the gear for the time periods, even though there aren't any time cards to show dates and such. Even the U.S. Army used M81 vests until the ACU was issued around late-2005, early 2006. Desert DCU-patterned IBAs were extremely rare and were only used by higher-ranking rear echelon guys, interpreters, MPs and USAF security forces. [[User:Laqueesha|Laqueesha]] ([[User talk:Laqueesha|talk]]) 19:28, 20 January 2015 (EST)

==M14s look like M1As==
They lack the selector switches on the receiver. 05:27, 5 January 2015 (EST)

== Kyle's sidearm ==

In a picture from an article about Bradley Cooper's experience with sniper rifles during preproduction, Cooper appears to be carrying a 1911 of some sort. It could possibly be a Springfield TRP like Chris Kyle said that he carried in his first deployment. In his later deployments Kyle carried a Sig p220 to replace the Springfield that was damaged by shrapnel.

[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

:Can't tell by this picture, but having seen the movie, I can say that he uses a SIG 226, same as the rest of the SEALs. (And it's definitely a 226 and not a 220; I saw the wider grip/frame.) Kyle's sidearm is, unfortunately, one of the movie's gun-related inaccuracies. But I suppose it's a forgivable inaccuracy compared to ''[[Lone Survivor]]'' depicting the SEALs using Berettas - which was entirely due to a product placement deal. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 00:24, 15 January 2015 (EST)

In this picture, as well as a scene from his first deployment, where he is discussing the identity of the butcher, there is a beavertail and grip angle that is uncharacteristic of a Sig. Also, in said scene, the stainless steel muzzle can be seen below the hip holster that Cooper is wearing, also uncharacteristic of a Sig. However, these traits are charactetistic of a TRP.

::Don't remember that scene, and you may be right. But I recall seeing other scenes where he had a SIG 226, and I remember thinking to myself (having read the book), "Wrong gun." I suppose we'll have to wait for the Blu Ray to confirm. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 22:49, 16 January 2015 (EST)
:::Just got back from watching this and I can confirm that he has some sort of 1911 pistol during the first half of the film. It looks to have the wider magwell of the TRP but without a screenshot I can't be certain. I also noticed at least one AK during the sandstorm sequence was a Zastava. --[[User:Cool-breeze|cool-breeze]] ([[User talk:Cool-breeze|talk]]) 18:53, 18 January 2015 (EST)

I saw an Episode of NRA Gun Gurus (Episode 203), this past week dealing with Hollywood Guns. In the episode they visited ISS and on the table was several of the weapons used for American Sniper. While they did not talk about the firearms from this movie specifically, a passing camera shot provided a nice look at what appeared to be a Springfield TRP Operator Full Rail with a label beside it that said, "American Sniper, Bradley Cooper." I have been trying to find that episode in order to provide a screenshot, but am coming up empty thus far. ----[[User:CLambert|CLambert]] ([[User talk:CLambert|talk]]) 01:07, 21 January 2015 (EST)

I think Kyle is definitely using the TRP then a P220. He was definitely using a 1911 type pistol in the early scenes. With the scenes with the P220, I looked at his spare mags to try and see if the gun was a P220 or a P226. The mags appeared to be single stack stainless mags, characteristics of a P220. On another note, how about Kyle's other sidearm, the Colt Single Action Army he was carrying at home near the end of the film? --[[User:Charterarmsoffduty|Charterarmsoffduty]] ([[User talk:Charterarmsoffduty|talk]]) 10:12, 1 February 2015 (EST)

==Another pic==

Got this from an online article about Kyle and the SEALS. It shows his Mk.18 and his sniper rifle on racks on the left side, if anyone wants to add it to the article. --[[User:DeltaOne|DeltaOne]] ([[User talk:DeltaOne|talk]]) 22:44, 16 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:Kyle.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

==TAC-388/Mk.13==
You sure they're not the same rifle?
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|This is listed as the TAC-388.]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
I really don't see any difference between the two.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 00:19, 21 January 2015 (EST)

Yeah, they're the same rifle. Both a TAC-338. [[User:Spartan198|Spartan198]] ([[User talk:Spartan198|talk]]) 22:11, 22 January 2015 (EST)

These are not even close to the same rifle. The one on top is in a McMillan A5 stock. It has a McMillan boult shroud, and a McMillan bolt handle. The rifle in the second two images has a Remington 700 bolt handle, Remington 700 bolt shroud, and FFS it says "Remington" on the side of the action. It is also sitting in an A2 stock, which was used for the MK13 initially, but has NEVER been used for the TAC-338. Furthermore, it is wearing a KAC 30 caliber suppressor (note that KAC does not and has never made a 338 suppressor). How is he getting a 338 Lapua to shoot through a 30 caliber can? You kids might want to get some new glasses. [[User:Regality|Regality]] ([[User talk:Regality|talk]]) 12:06, 9 February 2015 (MST)

== Please help ID. ==

Please help ID this rifle. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 13:57, 21 January 2015 (EST)
[[File:AmerSBTS_511.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

:Pretty certain that's the TAC-338A. [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 20:39, 21 January 2015 (EST)

GAP Gladius in .308--[[User:Gwhysow|Gwhysow]] ([[User talk:Gwhysow|talk]]) 00:00, 24 January 2015 (EST)

:Is the TAC_388 based on the Remington 700? Because the rifle is very clearly marked as such. Also, there's a SEAL with what looks like a Mk.14 EBR.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 18:23, 27 January 2015 (EST)

== BTS Images ==

[[File:AmerSBTS 502.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
:Was the faux Abrams not available? I'm pretty sure even the Marine Corps had phased out M60 tanks by whenever the movie is set. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 14:08, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:: The tank was probably used as reference and then an M1A1 Abrams was added in digitally. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 15:18, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:::Yeah, the final scene was an Abrams. Didn't even notice it was CG.[[User:Temp89|Temp89]] ([[User talk:Temp89|talk]])
::::Yeah, [http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_778425-Made-for-Movie-M1--Abrams-.html IMCDB has the final shot] and it looks like it's a digital composite with a completely reworked turret and the hull front changed, but they've left some parts like the [http://pics.imcdb.org/3321/americansniper162.jpg running gear] which is completely incorrect for an Abrams. [[User:Evil Tim|Evil Tim]] ([[User talk:Evil Tim|talk]]) 21:21, 29 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:AmerSBTS 506.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 508.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 501.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
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Talk:American Sniper

2015-02-09T07:06:12Z

Regality: /* TAC-388/Mk.13 */

==Template Status==
Would it be alright to update the page's header template from upcoming to now showing to reflect the Christmas debut, or wait for the full release in January? [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 18:03, 25 December 2014 (EST)
: I'd be inclined to wait 'til the full release, but ultimately the fact it's on a partial release is irrelevant - The 'Now Showing' template is still technically correct, while the 'unreleased' template is now technically incorrect. Plus it'd have be to be changed at some point anyway, so may as well do it now. It still otherwise notes it's unavailable for capping outside of official images and trailers/clips, which I think is the central point. [[User:StanTheMan|StanTheMan]] ([[User talk:StanTheMan|talk]]) 22:24, 25 December 2014 (EST)
::IMDB has it as 2014. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 09:49, 26 December 2014 (EST)

==Marine Uniform Authenticity==

I noticed in some of the screenshots that the Marines were wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland camo Interceptor vests. I was under the impression the USMC stopped using woodland-patterned vests at about the same time as they stopped using the 6-color DCU uniforms?

[[Image:AmericanS 207.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Marines wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with woodland Interceptor vests]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|A Marine wearing desert MARPAT uniforms with the more correct coyote-brown vest and pack]]

[[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 21:13, 4 January 2015 (EST)
:The USMC used woodland-patterned vests all the way through to the Second Battle of Fallujah in November 2004, and you can see them in many of the photos taken of the battle. The coyote brown variant of the Interceptor wasn't produced until after the invasion of Afghanistan (and the Interceptor started mass production in 1999 in only woodland camo) so it is accurate for the Marines to be wearing a mix of coyote-brown and woodland vests during the rough time frame between 2003 and 2005. --[[User:Markit|Markit]] ([[User talk:Markit|talk]]) 23:56, 5 January 2015 (EST)
::Markit is right. The USMC used both coyote brown and M81-pattern IBAs during the Second Battle of Fallujah in 2004. During that time, there were Marines using both the coyote brown and the M81-pattern vests, as there weren't enough coyote brown ones to go around. The film is accurate (surprisingly so) in this regard. In later scenes, the Marines start wearing MTV vests. I was pleasantly surprised how accurate they got the gear for the time periods, even though there aren't any time cards to show dates and such. Even the U.S. Army used M81 vests until the ACU was issued around late-2005, early 2006. Desert DCU-patterned IBAs were extremely rare and were only used by higher-ranking rear echelon guys, interpreters, MPs and USAF security forces. [[User:Laqueesha|Laqueesha]] ([[User talk:Laqueesha|talk]]) 19:28, 20 January 2015 (EST)

==M14s look like M1As==
They lack the selector switches on the receiver. 05:27, 5 January 2015 (EST)

== Kyle's sidearm ==

In a picture from an article about Bradley Cooper's experience with sniper rifles during preproduction, Cooper appears to be carrying a 1911 of some sort. It could possibly be a Springfield TRP like Chris Kyle said that he carried in his first deployment. In his later deployments Kyle carried a Sig p220 to replace the Springfield that was damaged by shrapnel.

[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

:Can't tell by this picture, but having seen the movie, I can say that he uses a SIG 226, same as the rest of the SEALs. (And it's definitely a 226 and not a 220; I saw the wider grip/frame.) Kyle's sidearm is, unfortunately, one of the movie's gun-related inaccuracies. But I suppose it's a forgivable inaccuracy compared to ''[[Lone Survivor]]'' depicting the SEALs using Berettas - which was entirely due to a product placement deal. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 00:24, 15 January 2015 (EST)

In this picture, as well as a scene from his first deployment, where he is discussing the identity of the butcher, there is a beavertail and grip angle that is uncharacteristic of a Sig. Also, in said scene, the stainless steel muzzle can be seen below the hip holster that Cooper is wearing, also uncharacteristic of a Sig. However, these traits are charactetistic of a TRP.

::Don't remember that scene, and you may be right. But I recall seeing other scenes where he had a SIG 226, and I remember thinking to myself (having read the book), "Wrong gun." I suppose we'll have to wait for the Blu Ray to confirm. -[[User:MT2008|MT2008]] ([[User talk:MT2008|talk]]) 22:49, 16 January 2015 (EST)
:::Just got back from watching this and I can confirm that he has some sort of 1911 pistol during the first half of the film. It looks to have the wider magwell of the TRP but without a screenshot I can't be certain. I also noticed at least one AK during the sandstorm sequence was a Zastava. --[[User:Cool-breeze|cool-breeze]] ([[User talk:Cool-breeze|talk]]) 18:53, 18 January 2015 (EST)

I saw an Episode of NRA Gun Gurus (Episode 203), this past week dealing with Hollywood Guns. In the episode they visited ISS and on the table was several of the weapons used for American Sniper. While they did not talk about the firearms from this movie specifically, a passing camera shot provided a nice look at what appeared to be a Springfield TRP Operator Full Rail with a label beside it that said, "American Sniper, Bradley Cooper." I have been trying to find that episode in order to provide a screenshot, but am coming up empty thus far. ----[[User:CLambert|CLambert]] ([[User talk:CLambert|talk]]) 01:07, 21 January 2015 (EST)

I think Kyle is definitely using the TRP then a P220. He was definitely using a 1911 type pistol in the early scenes. With the scenes with the P220, I looked at his spare mags to try and see if the gun was a P220 or a P226. The mags appeared to be single stack stainless mags, characteristics of a P220. On another note, how about Kyle's other sidearm, the Colt Single Action Army he was carrying at home near the end of the film? --[[User:Charterarmsoffduty|Charterarmsoffduty]] ([[User talk:Charterarmsoffduty|talk]]) 10:12, 1 February 2015 (EST)

==Another pic==

Got this from an online article about Kyle and the SEALS. It shows his Mk.18 and his sniper rifle on racks on the left side, if anyone wants to add it to the article. --[[User:DeltaOne|DeltaOne]] ([[User talk:DeltaOne|talk]]) 22:44, 16 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:Kyle.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]

==TAC-388/Mk.13==
You sure they're not the same rifle?
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|This is listed as the TAC-388.]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Supposed Mk.13.]]
I really don't see any difference between the two.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 00:19, 21 January 2015 (EST)

Yeah, they're the same rifle. Both a TAC-338. [[User:Spartan198|Spartan198]] ([[User talk:Spartan198|talk]]) 22:11, 22 January 2015 (EST)

These are not even close to the same rifle. The one on top is in a McMillan A5 stock. It has a McMillan boult shroud, and a McMillan bolt handle. The rifle in the second two images has a Remington 700 bolt handle, Remington 700 bolt shroud, and FFS it says "Remington" on the side of the action. It is also sitting in an A2 stock, which was used for the MK13 initially, but has NEVER been used for the TAC-338. Furthermore, it is wearing a KAC 30 caliber suppressor (note that KAC does not and has never made a 338 suppressor). How is he getting a 338 Lapua to shoot through a 30 caliber can? You kids might want to get some new glasses.

== Please help ID. ==

Please help ID this rifle. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 13:57, 21 January 2015 (EST)
[[File:AmerSBTS_511.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

:Pretty certain that's the TAC-338A. [[User:Orca1 9904|Orca1 9904]] ([[User talk:Orca1 9904|talk]]) 20:39, 21 January 2015 (EST)

GAP Gladius in .308--[[User:Gwhysow|Gwhysow]] ([[User talk:Gwhysow|talk]]) 00:00, 24 January 2015 (EST)

:Is the TAC_388 based on the Remington 700? Because the rifle is very clearly marked as such. Also, there's a SEAL with what looks like a Mk.14 EBR.--[[User:Mandolin|Mandolin]] ([[User talk:Mandolin|talk]]) 18:23, 27 January 2015 (EST)

== BTS Images ==

[[File:AmerSBTS 502.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
:Was the faux Abrams not available? I'm pretty sure even the Marine Corps had phased out M60 tanks by whenever the movie is set. --[[User:Funkychinaman|Funkychinaman]] ([[User talk:Funkychinaman|talk]]) 14:08, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:: The tank was probably used as reference and then an M1A1 Abrams was added in digitally. --[[User:Ben41|Ben41]] ([[User talk:Ben41|talk]]) 15:18, 21 January 2015 (EST)
:::Yeah, the final scene was an Abrams. Didn't even notice it was CG.[[User:Temp89|Temp89]] ([[User talk:Temp89|talk]])
::::Yeah, [http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_778425-Made-for-Movie-M1--Abrams-.html IMCDB has the final shot] and it looks like it's a digital composite with a completely reworked turret and the hull front changed, but they've left some parts like the [http://pics.imcdb.org/3321/americansniper162.jpg running gear] which is completely incorrect for an Abrams. [[User:Evil Tim|Evil Tim]] ([[User talk:Evil Tim|talk]]) 21:21, 29 January 2015 (EST)

[[File:AmerSBTS 506.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 508.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 501.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 510.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmerSBTS 552.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

American Sniper

2015-01-20T07:30:16Z

Regality: Further research suggests that it is a MK13, not an M24.

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'''''American Sniper''''' is an upcoming 2014 biographical war film directed by [[Clint Eastwood]]. Based on Chris Kyle's autobiography ''American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History'', the film stars [[Bradley Cooper]] as Kyle and [[Sienna Miller]] as his wife Taya Ranae Kyle.

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=Sniper Rifles=
==McMillan TAC-338A==
Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle ([[Bradley Cooper]]) uses a [[McMillan Tactical Rifles|McMillan TAC-338A]] rifle as one of his main weapons. The weapon is fitted with a Leupold Mark 4. The rifle is also similar in appearance to the TAC-338 rifle that Kyle used in real life.
[[File:Tac338.jpg|thumb|none|501px|McMillan TAC-338A sniper rifle with Harris bipod, Leupold Mark 4 scope, and AN/PVS-22 Universal Night Sight - .338 Lapua Magnum]]
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle taking aim with the rifle.]]

==SOCOM MK 13==
Kyle uses an MK13, based off the [[Remington Model 700]], chambered in 300 winchester magnum. The weapon is fitted with a Nightforce NXS, harris bipod, MIRS night vision rail, Knight's Armament M110 supressor and is sitting in a McMillan A2 stock.
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Chris Kyle ([[Bradley Cooper]]) takes aim with the rifle.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Closeup of the KAC suppressor.]]

==Knight's Armament SR-25==
Both Kyle and another SEAL sniper (Kevin Lacz) are seen armed with tan-painted [[Knight's Armament SR-25]] sniper rifles.
[[Image:Knights-Armament-SR-25-Mk11-Mod-0Unsuppressed.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Knight's Armament SR-25 with Harris bipod - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_206.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmericanS_209.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

==Mk 12 Mod 1 Special Purpose Rifle==
Kyle uses a [[Mk 12 Special Purpose Rifle|Mk 12 Mod 1 Special Purpose Rifle]] while training to be a sniper. Other SEALs are also seen using the rifles in Iraq.
[[File:MK12Mod1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Mark 12 Mod 1 SPR with suppressor, 30-round magazine, Harris bipod, and Leupold Mark 4 scope - 5.56x45mm.]]

==M40A3==
A Marine Scout Sniper that accompanies Kyle on his final mission is seen firing a [[M40A3 Sniper Rifle]] while engaging insurgents in Sadr City.
[[Image:M40a3.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M40A3 sniper rifle with Harris bipod - 7.62x51mm NATO]]

==FPK/PSL Sniper Rifle==
Mustapha ([[Sammy Sheik]]) uses a bipod-equipped [[FPK / PSL Sniper Rifle]].
[[Image:Romanian-FPK-PSL.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Romanian FPK/PSL sniper rifle - 7.62x54mm]]
[[File:American-sniper-sammy-sheik.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mustapha aims the FPK/PSL sniper rifle. ]]

==SVD Dragunov==
Mustapha also uses a [[SVD Dragunov]] in one scene.
[[Image:SVD Rifle.jpg|thumb|none|500px|SVD Dragunov sniper rifle - 7.62x54mm R]]

==Tabuk Sniper Rifle==
An Iraqi [[Tabuk Sniper Rifle]] is seen in a cache of weapons. The Tabuk rifles seen in the film are American-made copies built by the Two Rivers Arms Company for Independent Studio Services, the film's armorer.
[[File:Tabuk-sniper.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Iraqi Tabuk sniper rifle with cleaning rod removed and Zrak scope - 7.62x39mm]]
[[File:Americansniper-tabuk-1.jpg|thumb|none|601px|The rifle is seen in the weapons cache.]]

=Rifles=

==M16A4==
U.S. Marines in Iraq can been seen using [[M16A4]] rifles as their standard weapons. Another Marine carries an M16A4 fitted with an EOTech sight, AN/PEQ-2 IR designator, stock-mounted magazine pouch, and an [[M203]] grenade launcher. On Kyle's final mission a Marine Scout Sniper that accompanies him is also armed with an M16A4 but with an ACOG sight, AN/PEQ-15 IR designator, and an [[M203]] grenade launcher.
[[Image:M16A4Standard.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M16A4 with carry handle attached and standard A2 handguards - 5.56x45mm]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Marines on patrol armed with the M16A4.]]
[[File:AmericanS_232.jpg|thumb|none|600px| Another Marine carries an M16A4 fitted with an EOTech sight and [[M203]] grenade launcher. ]]
[[File:AmericanS_208.jpg|thumb|none|600px|On the right, a Marine accompanying Kyle carries the rifle.]]

==MK 18 Mod 0 CQB==
Kyle and many of the SEALs use tan-painted [[M16_rifle_series#CQB-R_.2F_Mk._18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0 CQB carbines]] with various accessories ranging from suppressors, AN/PEQ-2 & AN/PEQ-15 IR designators, Crane stocks, LMT rear sights, Aimpoint CompM2 red dot sights, and EOTech holographic sights.
[[Image:Mk18.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Mk. 18 Mod 0 with LMT rear sight, RIS foregrip, and Crane stock - 5.56x45mm]]
[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Production still of [[Bradley Cooper]] with a [[M16_rifle_series#CQB-R_.2F_Mk._18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0 CQB carbine]].]]
[[File:AmericanS_221.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle and other SEALs armed with the carbine.]]
[[File:AmericanS_239.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle comes under fire while carrying the carbine.]]

==M4A1 Carbine==
U.S. Army soldiers, private military contractors and some of the SEALs use [[M4A1]] carbines with various attachments, including the [[M203]] grenade launcher.
[[Image:ColtM4.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Colt M4A1 Carbine with M68 Aimpoint reflex optic, Knight's Armament RAS railed handguard and vertical forward grip - 5.56x45mm]]

==M1A==
A US Navy honor guard detail performs a rifle volley with [[M1A]] rifles during a funeral.
[[File:Springfield Armory M1A Black.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Springfield Armory M1A with synthetic stock - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_223.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Navy honor guard fires their M1A rifles during a military funeral]]

==AKMS==
Many Iraqi insurgents use [[AKMS]] rifles. Several can also be seen in a hidden weapons cache as mentioned below.
[[Image:AKMS.jpg|thumb|none|500px|AKMS - 7.62x39mm]]

==AKM==
Iraqi insurgents also use [[AKM]] rifles.
[[Image:AKMRifle.jpg|thumb|none|500px|AKM - 7.62x39mm]]

=Machine Guns=
==Mark 48 Mod 0==
A [[M249#Mk_48_Mod_0|Mark 48 Mod 0]] fitted with an ACOG scope is carried by a Navy SEAL.
[[Image:MK48.jpg‎|thumb|none|500px|Mk 48 Mod 0 light machine gun - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_214.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A SEAL carrying a Mark 48 Mod 0 moments before being hit by an insurgent sniper]]

==M249 SAW==
A Marine Corps automatic rifleman can be seen carrying an [[M249 SAW]] when a fireteam is conducting a building-clearing operation.
[[Image:Fn m249saw mk2 10-1-.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M249 SAW 5.56x45mm]]
[[File:AmericanS_207.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The second Marine from the right can be seen armed with an M249 SAW as his fireteam makes entry on a building]]

==M240==
[[M240]] GPMGs are mounted on the SEAL Humvees and MRAPs.
[[Image:M240-1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M240B with newer style lower handguard (designed to attach RIS rails via hex nut) - 7.62x51mm NATO.]]

==Browning M2HB==
[[Browning M2HB]] heavy machine guns are mounted on M113 armored personnel carriers.
[[Image:BrowningM2.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Browning M2HB on vehicle mount - .50 BMG]]

==M197 Vulcan==
In one scene, a USMC AH-1W Super Cobra can be seen firing into an insurgent position, the chopper's ubiquitous [[M61 Vulcan#General Dynamics M197 Vulcan|M197 Vulcan]] visible in the nose.
[[Image:M197Gatling.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M197 Vulcan 20mm]]

=Handguns=
==SIG-Sauer P226==
Captain Martens (Sam Jaeger) is seen with a [[SIG-Sauer P226]] pistol tucked into his plate carrier. Chris Kyle himself is also seen carrying the P226 throughout the movie, which is an inaccuracy (in real life, Kyle used a [[Springfield TRP]] and later switched to the .45 ACP [[SIG-Sauer P220]]).

[[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|none|400px|SIG-Sauer P226 - 9x19mm]]
[[File:American-sniper-sam-jaeger-chance-kelly.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A SIG-Sauer P226 pistol is seen in the vest of Navy SEAL Captain Martens (Sam Jaeger) as he stands next to Colonel Jones ([[Chance Kelly]]).]]

=Other=
==RKG-3 Anti-Tank Grenade==
An Iraqi woman is seen handing a [[RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]] to a child.
[[Image:Rk3-upg82.jpg|thumb|none|500px|RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]]
[[File:AmericanS_236.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle observes an Iraqi woman is seen handing a [[RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]] to a child. ]]

==M203 Grenade Launcher==
At least one Marine in Iraq can be seen with an [[M203 grenade launcher]] mounted on his M16A4 rifle.

[[Image:M16A4M203ACOG.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M203 grenade launcher 40mm mounted on M16A4 5.56x45mm with ACOG scope]]
[[Image:AmericanS 232.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Marine carrying an M16A4 with an underbarrel M203 grenade launcher]]

==RPG-7==
A young boy is seen picking up a [[RPG-7]]. RPG-7s are also used by numerous insurgents.
[[Image:Rpg-7-1-.jpg‎ |thumb|none|500px|RPG-7 40mm]]
[[File:AmericanS 219.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The young boy holds the RPG.]]

==Weapons Cache==
A cache of weapons including rifles and grenades are found hidden in a floor. The weapons include several AKMS rifles, at least one Tabuk sniper rifle, several [[F-1 hand grenade]]s, an [[RGD-5 hand grenade]], a [[PROM-1 anti-personnel mine]], two RPG-7 launchers, and several RKG-3 anti-tank grenades.
[[File:Americansniper-tabuk-1.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Several explosives and rifles are found in the weapons cache.]]

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American Sniper

2015-01-17T15:19:23Z

Regality: Undo revision 883193 by Mandolin (talk) how the hell is he shooting a 338 through a 30 call suppressor? There are two rifles, and this one is a Remington 700.

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|name = American Sniper
|picture =American Sniper.jpg
|caption = ''Theatrical Poster''
|country = [[Image:USA.jpg|25px]] USA
|director = [[Clint Eastwood]]
|date= 2014
|studio=Warner Brothers Pictures Village Roadshow Pictures
|distributor=Warner Brothers Pictures
|character1=Chris Kyle
|actor1=[[Bradley Cooper]]
|character2=Taya Ranae Kyle
|actor2=[[Sienna Miller]]
|character3=Colonel Jones
|actor3=[[Chance Kelly]]
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'''''American Sniper''''' is an upcoming 2014 biographical war film directed by [[Clint Eastwood]]. Based on Chris Kyle's autobiography ''American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History'', the film stars [[Bradley Cooper]] as Kyle and [[Sienna Miller]] as his wife Taya Ranae Kyle.

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=Sniper Rifles=
==McMillan TAC-338A==
Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle ([[Bradley Cooper]]) uses a [[McMillan Tactical Rifles|McMillan TAC-338A]] rifle as one of his main weapons. The weapon is fitted with a Leupold Mark 4. The rifle is also similar in appearance to the TAC-338 rifle that Kyle used in real life.
[[File:Tac338.jpg|thumb|none|501px|McMillan TAC-338A sniper rifle - .338 Lapua Magnum]]
[[File:AmericanS_216.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle taking aim with the rifle.]]

==M24==
Kyle uses an M24 chambered in 300 winchester magnum. The weapon is fitted with a Nightforce NXS, harris bipod, MIRS night vision rail, Knight's Armament M110 supressor and is sitting in a McMillan A4 stock. It should be noted that this is not a standard M24 configuration and likely includes customizations made by Kyle. Unmodified M24 rifles are seen during SEAL sniper training and later in the hands of a U.S. Army Ranger sniper.
[[Image:M24.jpg|thumb|none|401px|M24 sniper rifle with Harris bipod - .300 Winchester Magnum]]
[[Image:American Sniper Bradley Cooper.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Chris Kyle ([[Bradley Cooper]]) takes aim with the rifle.]]
[[File:AmericanS_200.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Closeup of the KAC suppressor.]]

==Knight's Armament SR-25==
Both Kyle and another SEAL sniper (Kevin Lacz) are seen armed with tan-painted [[Knight's Armament SR-25]] sniper rifles.
[[Image:Knights-Armament-SR-25-Mk11-Mod-0Unsuppressed.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Knight's Armament SR-25 with Harris bipod - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_206.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
[[File:AmericanS_209.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]

==Mk 12 Mod 1 Special Purpose Rifle==
Kyle uses a [[Mk 12 Special Purpose Rifle|Mk 12 Mod 1 Special Purpose Rifle]] while training to be a sniper. Other SEALs are also seen using the rifles in Iraq.
[[File:MK12Mod1.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Mark 12 Mod 1 SPR with suppressor, 30-round magazine, Harris bipod, and Leupold Mark 4 scope - 5.56x45mm.]]

==M40A3==
A SEAL sniper is seen firing a [[M40A3 Sniper Rifle]] while engaging insurgents in Sadr City.
[[Image:M40a3.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M40A3 sniper rifle with Harris bipod - 7.62x51mm NATO]]

==FPK/PSL Sniper Rifle==
Mustapha ([[Sammy Sheik]]) uses a bipod-equipped [[FPK / PSL Sniper Rifle]].
[[Image:Romanian-FPK-PSL.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Romanian FPK/PSL sniper rifle - 7.62x54mm]]
[[File:American-sniper-sammy-sheik.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Mustapha aims the FPK/PSL sniper rifle. ]]

==SVD Dragunov==
Mustapha also uses a [[SVD Dragunov]] in one scene.
[[Image:SVD Rifle.jpg|thumb|none|400px|SVD Dragunov sniper rifle - 7.62x54mm R]]

==Tabuk Sniper Rifle==
An Iraqi [[Tabuk Sniper Rifle]] is seen in a cache of weapons. The Tabuk rifles seen in the film are American-made copies built by the Two Rivers Arms Company for Independent Studio Services, the film's armorer.
[[File:Tabuk-sniper.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Iraqi Tabuk sniper rifle with cleaning rod removed and Zrak scope - 7.62x39mm]]
[[File:Americansniper-tabuk-1.jpg|thumb|none|601px|The rifle is seen in the weapons cache.]]

=Rifles=

==M16A4==
U.S. Marines in Iraq can been seen using [[M16A4]] rifles as their standard weapons. Another Marine carries an M16A4 fitted with an EOTech sight, AN/PEQ-2 IR designator, stock-mounted magazine pouch, and an [[M203]] grenade launcher.
[[Image:M16A4Standard.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M16A4 with carry handle attached and standard A2 handguards - 5.56x45mm]]
[[Image:American Sniper2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Marines on patrol armed with the M16A4.]]
[[File:AmericanS_232.jpg|thumb|none|600px| Another Marine carries an M16A4 fitted with an EOTech sight and [[M203]] grenade launcher. ]]
[[File:AmericanS_208.jpg|thumb|none|600px|On the right, a Marine accompanying Kyle carries the rifle.]]

==MK 18 Mod 0 CQB==
Kyle and many of the SEALs use tan-painted [[M16_rifle_series#CQB-R_.2F_Mk._18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0 CQB carbines]] with various accessories ranging from suppressors, AN/PEQ-2 & AN/PEQ-15 IR designators, Crane stocks, LMT rear sights, Aimpoint CompM2 red dot sights, and EOTech holographic sights.
[[Image:Mk18.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Mk. 18 Mod 0 with LMT rear sight, RIS foregrip, and Crane stock - 5.56x45mm]]
[[File:American Sniper m4 1.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Production still of [[Bradley Cooper]] with a [[M16_rifle_series#CQB-R_.2F_Mk._18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0 CQB carbine]].]]
[[File:AmericanS_221.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle and other SEALs armed with the carbine.]]
[[File:AmericanS_239.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle comes under fire while carrying the carbine.]]

==M4A1 Carbine==
U.S. Army soldiers, private military contractors and some of the SEALs use [[M4A1]] carbines with various attachments, including the [[M203]] grenade launcher.
[[Image:ColtM4.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Colt M4A1 Carbine with M68 Aimpoint reflex optic, Knight's Armament RAS railed handguard and vertical forward grip - 5.56x45mm]]

==M1A==
A US Navy honor guard detail performs a rifle volley with [[M1A]] rifles during a funeral.
[[File:Springfield Armory M1A Black.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Springfield Armory M1A with synthetic stock - 7.62x51mm]]
[[File:AmericanS_223.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Navy honor guard fires their M1A rifles during a military funeral]]

==AKMS==
Many Iraqi insurgents use [[AKMS]] rifles. Several can also be seen in a hidden weapons cache as mentioned below.
[[Image:AKMS.jpg|thumb|none|400px|AKMS, stamped steel receiver w/ slant muzzle brake and under-folding stock - 7.62x39mm]]

==AKM==
Iraqi insurgents also use [[AKM]] rifles.
[[Image:AKMRifle.jpg|thumb|none|400px|AKM, Stamped Steel Receiver w/ slant muzzle brake - 7.62x39mm]]

=Machine Guns=
==Mark 48 Mod 0==
A [[M249#Mk_48_Mod_0|Mark 48 Mod 0]] fitted with an ACOG scope is carried by a Navy SEAL.
[[Image:MK48.jpg‎|thumb|none|450px|Mk 48 Mod 0 light machine gun - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[File:AmericanS_214.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A SEAL carrying a Mark 48 Mod 0 moments before being hit by an insurgent sniper]]

==M249 SAW==
A Marine Corps automatic rifleman can be seen carrying an [[M249 SAW]] when a fireteam is conducting a building-clearing operation.
[[Image:Fn m249saw mk2 10-1-.jpg|thumb|none|450px|M249 SAW 5.56x45mm]]
[[File:AmericanS_207.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The second Marine from the right can be seen armed with an M249 SAW as his fireteam makes entry on a building]]

==M240==
[[M240]] GPMGs are mounted on the SEAL Humvees and MRAPs.
[[Image:M240-1.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M240B with newer style lower handguard (designed to attach RIS rails via hex nut) - 7.62x51mm NATO.]]

==Browning M2HB==
[[Browning M2HB]] heavy machine guns are mounted on M113 armored personnel carriers.
[[Image:BrowningM2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M2HB on vehicle mount - .50 BMG]]

==M197 Vulcan==
In one scene, a USMC AH-1W Super Cobra can be seen firing into an insurgent position, the chopper's ubiquitous [[M61 Vulcan#General Dynamics M197 Vulcan|M197 Vulcan]] visible in the nose.
[[Image:M197Gatling.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M197 Vulcan 20mm]]

=Handguns=
==SIG-Sauer P226==
Captain Martens (Sam Jaeger) is seen with a [[SIG-Sauer P226]] pistol tucked into his plate carrier. Chris Kyle himself is also seen carrying the P226 throughout the movie, which is an inaccuracy (in real life, Kyle used a [[Springfield TRP]] and later switched to the .45 ACP [[SIG-Sauer P220]]).

[[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|none|300px|SIG-Sauer P226 - 9x19mm]]
[[File:American-sniper-sam-jaeger-chance-kelly.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A SIG-Sauer P226 pistol is seen in the vest of Navy SEAL Captain Martens (Sam Jaeger) as he stands next to Colonel Jones ([[Chance Kelly]]).]]

=Other=
==RKG-3 Anti-Tank Grenade==
An Iraqi woman is seen handing a [[RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]] to a child.
[[Image:Rk3-upg82.jpg|thumb|none|400px|RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]]
[[File:AmericanS_236.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kyle observes an Iraqi woman is seen handing a [[RKG-3 anti-tank grenade]] to a child. ]]

==M203 Grenade Launcher==
At least one Marine in Iraq can be seen with an [[M203 grenade launcher]] mounted on his M16A4 rifle.

[[Image:M16A4M203ACOG.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M203 grenade launcher 40mm mounted on M16A4 5.56x45mm with ACOG scope]]
[[Image:AmericanS 232.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Marine carrying an M16A4 with an underbarrel M203 grenade launcher]]

==RPG-7==
A young boy is seen picking up a [[RPG-7]]. RPG-7s are also used by numerous insurgents.
[[Image:Rpg-7-1-.jpg‎ |thumb|none|500px|RPG-7 40mm]]
[[File:AmericanS 219.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The young boy holds the RPG.]]

==Weapons Cache==
A cache of weapons including rifles and grenades are found hidden in a floor. The weapons include several AKMS rifles, at least one Tabuk sniper rifle, several [[F-1 hand grenade]]s, an [[RGD-5 hand grenade]], a [[PROM-1 anti-personnel mine]], two RPG-7 launchers, and several RKG-3 anti-tank grenades.
[[File:Americansniper-tabuk-1.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Several explosives and rifles are found in the weapons cache.]]

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American Sniper

2015-01-07T20:13:33Z

Regality: hurdur, m24 is long action, not m40

American Sniper

2015-01-07T16:55:59Z

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