Beretta Victrix Corvus
- Category
- Sniper Rifle
- Barrel
- 660 mm
- Weight, empty
- 7.05 kg
- Introduced
- 2018
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Beretta Victrix Corvus is an Italian military-grade precision sniper rifle developed by Victrix Armaments, a subsidiary of Beretta Defense Technologies. Built around a robust AISI 630 stainless steel action with a three-lug bolt design and PVD surface finishing, the Corvus is engineered for extreme accuracy and durability in harsh operational environments. The rifle features a folding stock with fully adjustable cheek piece and length of pull, a free-floating heavy barrel with detachable four-chamber muzzle brake, and a full-length Picatinny rail for optics mounting. The Corvus is guaranteed to deliver 0.5 MOA accuracy at 1,000 meters with match-grade ammunition.
The Victrix Corvus takes its name from the Latin word for raven, continuing the Italian tradition of naming military equipment after birds of prey. When Beretta acquired Victrix Armaments in 2017, it marked a strategic move by the world's oldest active firearms manufacturer to enter the purpose-built precision sniper rifle market for the first time in its nearly 500-year history.
Victrix Armaments was founded in 2008 in Brescia, Italy, and was acquired by Beretta in 2017, becoming part of Beretta Defense Technologies. The Corvus action uses AISI 630 (17-4 PH) precipitation-hardened stainless steel, which provides exceptional corrosion resistance and strength. The PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) coating adds an additional layer of wear and corrosion resistance. The three-lug bolt design provides a 60-degree bolt throw for fast cycling. The .338 Lapua Magnum variant uses a 26-inch barrel and is the primary military offering.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Victrix Armaments
- Category
- Sniper Rifle
- Country
- Italy
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2018
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 660 mm
- Overall length
- 1220 mm
- Weight, empty
- 7.05 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 7.40 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Bolt action
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Two stage
- Trigger pull
- 13.0 N
- Capacity
- 5
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Stainless steel
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Stock
- Aluminum chassis
- Finish
- Pvd coated
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 860 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 3592 J
- Effective range
- 1000 m
- Maximum range
- 3700 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Free floating barrel
Three lug bolt
Adjustable cheek piece
Folding stock
Adjustable length of pull
Suppressor ready
Full length picatinny rail
Muzzle brake
Adjustable trigger- Pvd surface treatment
Sub moa accuracy
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 95 .308 Winchester sniper rifles | 7.05 kg | 5.20 kg | Among the heaviest tenth |
| Overall lengthAmong 95 .308 Winchester sniper rifles | 1220 mm | 1130 mm | Longer than about 90% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 95 .308 Winchester sniper rifles | 660 mm | 610 mm | Longer than about 90% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 95 .308 Winchester sniper rifles | 5 | 7 | Holds fewer rounds than about 70% |
Answers
Questions about the Beretta Victrix Corvus
How much does the Beretta Victrix Corvus weigh?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus weighs 7.05 kg (15.54 lb) empty and 7.40 kg (16.31 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the Beretta Victrix Corvus?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus is chambered in .308 Winchester and .338 Lapua Magnum.
How many rounds does the Beretta Victrix Corvus hold?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus holds 5 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Beretta Victrix Corvus?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus is 1220 mm (48.0 in) long overall, with a 660 mm (26.0 in) barrel.
Who makes the Beretta Victrix Corvus?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus is made by Victrix Armaments (Italy).
When was the Beretta Victrix Corvus introduced?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus was introduced in 2018.
How does the Beretta Victrix Corvus operate?
The Beretta Victrix Corvus uses a bolt action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
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Provenance
What the record holds
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In service
- Italian Armed Forces
- Italy
Provenance
Confidence in this record
72%
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API
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