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			== Rifle ==
			<gallery>
			File:Rifles_at_the_National_Firearms_Museum.jpg\|Rifles at the National Firearms Museum
			File:Garandparts.jpg\|Garand parts
			File:Marlin_35_rem_2.jpg\|Marlin 35 rem
			File:Girdled_bullet_and_twin_rifle_groove.jpg\|Girdled bullet and twin rifle groove
			File:Henry_Rifle.jpg\|Henry Rifle
			File:Lepage_silex_gun_dite_du_Premier_Consul_circa_1800.jpg\|Lepage silex gun dite du Premier Consul circa 1800
			File:Delvigne_system.jpg\|Delvigne system
			File:Japanese_Minie_rifle(Mirror).jpg\|Japanese Minie rifle
			File:Chassepot-p1000739.jpg\|Chassepot
			File:Colt_Roots_British_Carbine.JPG\|Colt Roots British Carbine
			File:Vz24.jpg\|Vz24
			File:Hunting_rifle_02.png\|Hunting rifle
			</gallery>

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'''Rifle'''

A '''[[Rifle]]''' is a long-barreled [[firearm]] designed for accurate shooting, with a barrel that has a helical pattern of grooves ("[[rifling]]") cut into the bore wall. Invented in the 15th century, rifles have been used in warfare, hunting, and shooting sports.

==History==

The concept of rifling, which imparts a spin to a projectile, enhancing its stability and accuracy, dates back to the 15th century. The earliest rifles were [[muzzleloading]] firearms. The [[Minié ball]], a conical bullet design from the 19th century, made loading faster and improved rifle effectiveness.

==Design and operation==

Rifles are designed to be held with both hands and braced against the shoulder, in order to provide stable support for better accuracy. Most rifles have a [[trigger]] that activates the firing mechanism ("[[action]]"), and a [[safety]] to prevent accidental discharge.

==Types of rifles==

There are many types of rifles, including [[bolt-action]], [[lever-action]], [[pump-action]], [[semi-automatic]], and [[automatic rifles]]. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages, and is suited to different applications.

==Uses==

Rifles have a wide range of uses. They are used in [[military]] and [[law enforcement]], for hunting game, and in shooting sports such as [[target shooting]] and [[biathlon]].

==Safety and regulation==

The use of rifles is regulated by law in most jurisdictions, often requiring a permit to own or carry. Safety training is also typically required, to reduce the risk of accidents.

==See also==
* [[Firearm]]
* [[Shotgun]]
* [[Pistol]]
* [[Sniper rifle]]
* [[Assault rifle]]

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	[[Category:Rifles]]		[[Category:Rifles]]
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			== Rifle ==
			<gallery>
			File:Rifles_at_the_National_Firearms_Museum.jpg\|Rifles at the National Firearms Museum
			File:Garandparts.jpg\|Garand parts
			File:Marlin_35_rem_2.jpg\|Marlin 35 rem
			File:Girdled_bullet_and_twin_rifle_groove.jpg\|Girdled bullet and twin rifle groove
			File:Henry_Rifle.jpg\|Henry Rifle
			File:Lepage_silex_gun_dite_du_Premier_Consul_circa_1800.jpg\|Lepage silex gun dite du Premier Consul circa 1800
			File:Delvigne_system.jpg\|Delvigne system
			File:Japanese_Minie_rifle(Mirror).jpg\|Japanese Minie rifle
			File:Chassepot-p1000739.jpg\|Chassepot
			File:Colt_Roots_British_Carbine.JPG\|Colt Roots British Carbine
			File:Vz24.jpg\|Vz24
			File:Hunting_rifle_02.png\|Hunting rifle
			</gallery>

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