Editing Steyr IWS 2000 (section)

==Design==
The weapon is based on a {{convert|9+3/4|in|cm|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[long recoil]] mechanism. This mechanism, usually found in shotguns, helps manage the heavy recoil forces of the 15.2&nbsp;mm Steyr APFSDS round due to its damping effect that allows for force distribution over a longer period of time. After firing, the barrel recoils into a shock-absorbing hydro-pneumatic sleeve much like those found on a [[GIAT LG1|LG 1 Mark II 105 mm Howitzer]]. The IWS 2000 also uses a multi-baffle [[muzzle brake]] to distribute muzzle energy and further reduce recoil, similar to that used on the [[122 mm howitzer 2A18 (D-30)|D-30 2A18M 122 mm towed howitzer]]. The entire rifle body is made up of a combination of high-tension plastics and superlight [[polymers]] to increase manageability and cut down on weight. The smoothbore barrel is easily detached and packed away for increased mobility. The APFSDS round is inserted from the side of the weapon, much like with usual single-shot rifles.