ZASTAVA M76 sniper rifle

Zastava M76 is a semi-automatic sniper rifle designed for snipers developed and manufactured by Zastava Arms. The weapon was introduced to the market in the mid-1970s and quickly became the standard sniper rifle in the Serbian Army and its predecessor, the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA). The M76 was designed to fulfill the same role as the Soviet Dragunov SVD, that of providing sniper support in infantry units.

During the Yugoslav wars of the 1990s, the M76 was used by various parties and deployed in Croatia, Bosnia, Macedonia and Kosovo. Its accuracy, reliability and semi-automatic firing capability made it a popular weapon among soldiers in these conflicts.

Recently, there have been reports that the Zastava M76 is being replaced by the Zastava M91 model in service with the Serbian Army. The Zastava M91 uses the 7.62×54mmR cartridge, which replaces the previously used 7.92×57mm Mauser (M49/M75) cartridge in service in Serbia. The Zastava M76 is known for its rugged construction and effective range, making it ideal for military snipers. Its semi-automatic mechanism allows for rapid repeat shots while maintaining accuracy. The rifle is equipped with an interchangeable magazine that usually holds 10 rounds. Although it is gradually being replaced by newer models, it still remains an important weapon in the army and has its place in Yugoslav and Serbian military history.