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Dragunov SVU

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Dragunov SVU
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Origin
Production
1990 - Present
Caliber
Overview

The SVU (Snayperskaya Vintovka Ukorochennaya — Shortened Sniper Rifle) is a bullpup-configured variant of the Dragunov SVD developed for Russian special forces. It offers the same 7.62×54mmR ballistics in a much more compact package ideal for urban and airborne operations.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
870mm (34.2 in) — 310mm shorter than SVD
Barrel Length
520mm (20.5 in)
Weight
4.4 kg (9.7 lb) without scope
Mechanical
Action Type
Gas-operated, short-stroke piston, rotating bolt — bullpup configured
Trigger Type
Two-stage, longer linkage due to bullpup layout — heavier pull than SVD
Sights Type
PSO-1 scope with offset mount, backup iron sights
Magazine Capacity
10 rounds detachable box
Additional Information
scope
PSO-1 scope with offset mount for bullpup configuration
action
Gas-operated, short-stroke piston — SVD action in bullpup configuration
barrel
520mm (20.5 in) — shorter than SVD but same ballistics
variants
SVU-A: adds full-automatic capability for emergency close-quarters use
muzzle_device
Integral muzzle brake — reduced flash and recoil
overall_reduction
310mm shorter than standard SVD — compact for urban ops

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