Springfield Model 1882
| Springfield Model 1882 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Breech-loading rifle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Service history | |
| Used by | United States Army |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1882 |
| Manufacturer | Springfield Armory |
| No. built | 52 |
| Variants | Standard bayonet, triangular ramrod bayonet |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 44 in (1,100 mm) |
| Barrel length | 28 in (710 mm) |
| Cartridge | .45-70-405 |
| Action | Hinged breechblock |
| Rate of fire | Approx. 10 rounds a minute |
| Muzzle velocity | 1,350 feet per second (410 m/s) |
The Springfield Model 1882 Short Rifle was a trapdoor rifle based on the design of the Springfield Model 1873. It is usually referred to as a "short rifle" but is sometimes called a "carbine".