Springfield Model 1873 Carbine

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Springfield_Model_1873_rifle
gptkbp:accessories Leather sling
gptkbp:activities Breech-loading
Single-shot
gptkbp:broadcasts Single-shot
gptkbp:caliber .45-70 Government
gptkbp:collects Highly collectible among enthusiasts
gptkbp:cultural_impact Featured in films and literature
gptkbp:date 1870s
gptkbp:discontinued 1893
gptkbp:features Saddle ring
gptkbp:fighting_style Used in various conflicts
gptkbp:historical_context Post-Civil War era
gptkbp:historical_significance First standard-issue breech-loading rifle
Symbol of American frontier history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Springfield Model 1873 Carbine
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:legacy Influenced future military rifles
gptkbp:length gptkb:Steel
Round
22 inches
40 inches
1300 ft/s
gptkbp:maintenance Requires regular cleaning
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Springfield_Armory
gptkbp:material gptkb:Steel
gptkb:museum
gptkbp:modifications Aftermarket sights available
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:Battle_of_Little_Bighorn
gptkbp:notable_users Cavalry units
gptkbp:number_of_rooms .45-70 Government
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:predecessor Springfield Model 1861
gptkbp:produced_by Over 100,000
gptkbp:production_years 1873-1893
gptkbp:range 400 yards
gptkbp:rate_of_fire Single shot
gptkbp:recoil Moderate
Hammer-fired
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:Springfield_Model_1892
gptkbp:safety_features No manual safety
gptkbp:sights Iron sights
Open sights
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Springfield_Model_1892
gptkbp:trigger_type Single-stage
gptkbp:type Military firearm
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Indian_Wars
gptkbp:variant Springfield Model 1873 Rifle
gptkbp:weight 8.5 pounds
gptkbp:year_created 1873