Choosing the Best Rifles for Long-Range Terminations in Sniper Elite 4

As an expert Sniper Elite 4 player with over 200 hours played, I‘ve become intimately familiar with all the rifles available in the game. There are few things more satisfying than pulling off that perfect long-distance headshot.

The right rifle can make all the difference between a missed shot or a spectacular terminations. That‘s why properly evaluating each option based on damage, accuracy, zoom, and more is so important.

In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll be ranking all rifles in Sniper Elite 4 to determine the top options for long-range eliminations.

Detailed Factors for Consideration

There are many technical and practical factors that come into play when finding the optimal rifles for long-distance targeting:

Damage: Non-critical damage is important for body shots or if the target is alerted and moving unpredictably.

Effective Range: The max distance a rifle can still land accurate and deadly shots.

Muzzle Velocity: Higher velocity results in less bullet drop making range calculations easier.

Aim Accuracy: Factoring in sway, drift, aim stability, and bullet trajectory at long distances.

Zoom Magnification: Higher zoom allows clearly identifying distant heads within crosshairs.

Recoil: How much recoil affects repositioning for precise consecutive shots.

Cycling Speed: Fast cycling critical for follow up shots if the first doesn‘t eliminate the target.

Reload Speed: Necessary when multiple targets appear, slower reloads leave you vulnerable.

Based on these core attributes and real in-game performance, let‘s rank the contenders from worst to best.

8. Mannlicher M1895

[mannlicher m1985]

The Mannlicher has lackluster attributes across the board – low damage, fire rate, zoom, and the inadequate range for long distance shots. Its straight pull bolt fails to provide any real advantage. The clean iron sights and cool historical background are all that save this rifle from being completely useless.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️

Damage: 62
Effective Range: 340m
Muzzle Velocity: 620 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 78

+ Clean iron sights 
+ Straight pull bolt system
- Very low damage
- Poor maximum range  
- Abysmal muzzle velocity

While the straight pull bolt allows rapid cycling, follow up shots are rarely needed due to low effectiveness. With subpar optics and range – the Mannlicher doesn‘t deliver on long-distance terminations. It‘s only somewhat competent in close range rapid fire thanks to its bolt system.

7. Lee-Enfield

[lee enfield]

The Lee-Enfield is a fast firing rifle thanks to its bolt system. However, its long-range attributes are mediocre. Faster cycling matters little for disciplined one-shot-one-kill snipers.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 82
Effective Range: 410m
Muzzle Velocity: 744 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 88

+ 10 round capacity
+ Faster bolt cycling 
+ Clean iron sights view   
- Very low damage 
- Inadequate range
- Reload speed too slow

I wanted to love the Lee-Enfield but found it lacked power and precision for proper long-range terminations. The fast bolt system helps pepper enemies at mid-range but doesn‘t translate as well for distant disciplined shooting.

While normal rifles require aiming precisely for critical hits, the Lee-Enfield demands consecutive clean shots just to equal the terminations of its higher tier rivals with only one round landing correctly.

6. Mosin-Nagant

[mosin nagant]

This Russian World War 2 era rifle packs a punch with its heavy round. But various attributes hold it back from excellence. Slow fire rate, reload speed, and aiming time make follow up shots frustrating.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 92
Effective Range: 640m
Muzzle Velocity: 865 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 82

+ Hard hitting heavy round
+ Reliable in bad weather   
- Slow bolt cycling
- Long 4 second reload  
- Poor low zoom optics

In skilled hands, the Mosin can terminate even at extreme distances thanks to its highly lethal round. However, low magnified sights and scope glare offsets its range potential at times.

While bolt actions prioritize deadly accuracy over rate of fire – the Mosin‘s archaic bolt system is frustrating. By the time you cycle for a follow up shot, quick targets disappear from sight.

5. Karabiner 98K

[karabiner 98k]

This classic Mauser Karabiner 98k German rifle continues to serve modern special forces snipers due to its reliability and stopping power. In Sniper Elite 4, it delivers deadly terminations with precise aimed shots.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 94
Effective Range: 800m
Muzzle Velocity: 890 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 92

+ Excellent mid-long range power
+ Impactful heavy round
+ Solid optics and bullet stability   
- Small 5 round capacity
- Slow bolt cycling 

The Karabiner 98k‘s excellent optics and range paired with its stopping round makes hitting distant targets incredibly satisfying. While reloading after every 5 shots is annoying, I‘ve turned multiple enemies into headless corpses by rapidly repositioning for clean follow up headshots thanks to its straight stock.

If you need to down a sequence of enemies at varying ranges with no room for error – the Karabiner 98K has the precision and reliability to systematically terminate.

4. M1903 Springfield

[m1903 springfield]

The M1903 Springfield rifle balances power, stability and firing rate – making it highly versatile. Its jack of all trades attributes allows adapting to shifting long range scenarios.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 88
Effective Range: 670m
Muzzle Velocity: 845 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 94

+ Smooth bolt cycling
+ Low bullet trajectory 
+ Excellent firing stability   
- Small capacity 
- Normal zoom optics

I often equip the M1903 Springfield as my go-to rifle thanks to its versatility. Whether needing rapid relocation shot stability or super long-range steadiness for minute adjustments – it handles admirably.

The iron sights provide precision aim adjustment without scope glint giving away my position to eagle eyed enemies. When isolated moments call for perfect execution under great pressure – the M1903 combines reliability with stability to land critical rounds exactly as aimed.

3. Gewehr 43

[gewehr 43]

This semi-automatic German rifle allows rapid super precise consecutive shots. Its 10 round magazine capacity enables dropping multiple enemies ready to collapse on your position if they identify the initial threat direction.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 90
Effective Range: 700m
Muzzle Velocity: 850 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 98

+ Lightning fast follow up shots
+ 10 round magazine capacity    
+ Extreme firing accuracy
+ Clean multi- zoom optics
- Lower stopping power round 

I love finding an elevated position like a church tower, popping off a precise initial elimination shot with the Gewehr 43, and then rapidly hitting consecutive headshots on the startled enemies below who start searching for my location.

The Gewehr 43‘s almost hitscan-like projectile speed, negligible recoil, and fast semi-auto cycling means enemies collapse before they can react. Its solid accuracy paired with rapid follow up capabilities make it amazing for blindly firing from behind concealment when outnumbered.

2. Winchester Model 1895

[winchester 1895]

This classic American lever action rifle has extremely formidable damage and ballistics for long range rapid-fire rounds down range. I‘ve held off an entire assault squad using terrain creatively with the Winchester 1895.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 98
Effective Range: 760m
Muzzle Velocity: 890 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 92

+ Massive .405 round stopping power
+ Perfect for rapid firing
+ Strong aim assist slo-mo 
+ Consistent max range trajectory
- Lever action delays precision
- Painfully slow full reload   

Despite bolt actions allowing more precise aim control – I‘ll choose the Winchester 1895 when needing raw damage output at super lethal velocities.

The iconic lever action process incentivizes rapid repositioning for the next crucial shot instead of perfect accuracy on every pull. Creative sharpshooters can leverage the 1895‘s rapid fire strength to lock down lethal fields of fire.

1. Carcano M1891 – The Ultimate Sniper Rifle

[carcano m1891]

With the Carcano M1891, lethal trajectory calculation and placements shots are an art form. This Italian perfection of bolt action rifles simply allows snipers to execute their vision with no compromise.

Long Range Viability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Damage: 100
Effective Range: 1050m
Muzzle Velocity: 960 m/s
Aim Accuracy: 99

+ Gold standard long-range capability 
+ Highest velocity and ballistics
+ Strong 6x variable scope
+ Smooth bolt action cycling
- No barrel accessory slots   

The Carcano has effectively zero bullet drop thanks to its fast traveling rounds. I can instantly eliminate any unsuspecting target with simple aim placement adjustments. The strong 6x variable scope consistently provides perfect perspective in synchronizing the crosshairs for ideal organ targeting.

Quick bolt cycling means rapid reloads and follow up shots to confirm kills or reset for the next long shot challenge. The Carcano achieves pure long range lethality balance paired with satisfying mechanical sounds.

Depending on your engagement approach, select among these overall top options:

• The Tactical Marksman: Karabiner 98k
• The Mobile Firepower: Gewehr 43
• The Calculated Killer: Carcano M1891
• The Adaptable Generalist: M1903 Springfield
• The Terrain Leverager: Winchester 1895

Let‘s compare the key long range differentiating traits between the ultimate snipers:

Rifle	Caliber	Bolt Cycle	Zoom	Capacity	Velocity
Karabiner 98k	8mm	Slow	4x	5	890 m/s
Gewehr 43	7.92mm	Very Fast	4x	10	850 m/s
Carcano M1891	6.5mm	Fast	6x	6	960 m/s
M1903 Springfield	.30-06	Fast	4x	5	845 m/s
Winchester 1895	.405	Lever	2.5x	5	890 m/s

Study their attributes carefully based on your preferred engagement tactics. I ensure peak ruthless elimination efficiency by having one rifle from each category equipped for adaptability.

Never bring just a knife to a long range sniper fight! Hopefully this guide has armed you with the knowledge to bring the right tools for long distance executions.

Happy hunting stalking the maps of Italy and remember patience and positioning perseveres.