| Shaher | |
| Origin: | Iran |
| Type: | Anti-materiel sniper rifle |
| Is Ranged: | YES |
| Service: | 2012–present |
| Used By: | Iranian Armed Forces |
| Manufacturer: | Defense Industries Organization |
| Production Date: | 2012 |
| Weight: | 22 kg (49 lbs) |
| Length: | 1,850 mm (72.8 inches) |
| Cartridge: | 14.5×114mm |
| Caliber: | 14.5 mm |
| Action: | Bolt-action |
| Max Range: | 4000m (13,000feet) |
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Shaher is an Iranian-made 14.5mm anti-materiel sniper rifle capable of penetrating concrete strongholds, armored vehicles, and helicopters. It has a maximum effective range of 4km (02miles). The weapon weighs 22kg (49lb) and is 1.85m (06.07feet) long. It can engage helicopters and other low flying aircraft. The anti-armor rounds used by the Shaher are capable of penetrating 50abbr=onNaNabbr=on thick armor and come in different armor-piercing varieties.
The rifle was unveiled in 2012 alongside a series of military vehicles and transportation units.[1] In April 2014, a new version of Shaher was unveiled, featuring a 5 round detachable box magazine and Picatinny rails on the top of the rifle.
It has seen use with Taliban forces during the war in Afghanistan.[2]