7.62 mm Sniper (SVD)

Description

The SVD was designed as a squad support weapon. The long-range engagement ability was lost to ordinary troops when submachine guns were adapted. The rifle is a semi –automatic, gas-operated with 10 round magazine. It can be used with various optical and night – vision sights. Caliber7.62 x 54 mmLength1220 mmWeight, without Optical Sight3.8 kgBarrel Length620 mmEffective Range, with Telescopic Sight1300 mMuzzle velocity830 m/sRate of fire30-40 rds. /minMagazine capacity10 rds.Operation mechanismShort-stroke, gas piston system