The L96A1 is a bolt-action sniper rifle developed in the United Kingdom. It was designed for precision shooting and is known for its accuracy at long ranges. The rifle is chambered for the 7.62×51mm NATO cartridge and features a distinctive green synthetic stock, making it easily recognizable. Adopted by the British Armed Forces in the late 1980s, the L96A1 has been used in various military operations. It is equipped with a scope for enhanced targeting and can be fitted with a suppressor. The rifle has influenced the design of other sniper rifles, including the Accuracy International AWP.