The shot was made using a Sako M10 rifle and a .338 Lapua Magnum round, a caliber prized for its pinpoint accuracy and long-range capabilities, according to L'Independent. Also read VIDEO ...

The DIU adds that the shot was made from a Sako M10 rifle. “But if I had to choose one rifle and one cartridge, I would have taken a Sadex Kraken and .338LM caliber,” the soldier said.

According to the sniper, he selects a separate type of rifle for each task. The historic accurate shot at 2069 meters was made with a Sako M10. "But if I had to choose one rifle and one cartridge, I ...