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Dragunov SVU
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Sniper Rifles · Russia · 1994
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DragunovSVU

Dragunov SVU
Dragunov SVU Photo: ДЛ at Russian Wikipedia · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
75
Effective Range
70
Consistency
80
Terminal Power
75
Reliability
85
Optics
60
Ergonomics
65
Suppressor Compatibility
70
Portability
75
Cost-Effectiveness
80
Origin Russia
ManufacturerTsKIB SOO
CategorySniper Rifles
EraPost-Cold War
In service1994
Operators3 countries
Quantity3
Data Quality85%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
74
Sniper Rifles MASS Rating
50/64
Post-Cold War
116/182
All-Time
Sniper Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
75
Effective Range
70
Consistency
80
Terminal Power
75
Reliability
85
Optics
60
Ergonomics
65
Suppressor Compatibility
70
Portability
75
Cost-Effectiveness
80
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the sniper rifles category.
01 / Overview
Dragunov SVU
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1994–
Quantity
3
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
50
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
85
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
74
sniper rifles category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the sniper rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
  • First Production Year1994
  • Service Entry Year1994
  • DesignerKBP Instrument Design Bureau
  • Weight (Empty)3.6 kg
  • Currently In ServiceYes
  • Notable UsersRussia, Yemen
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
▣Operation6MOD.6
◇Ballistics2MOD.2
  • Muzzle Velocity830 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)1,200 m
◆Barrel & Sights6MOD.6
  • Barrel Length520 mm
  • Rifling Twist1:245 mm right-hand
  • Rifling Grooves4
  • Sight TypeFront: Folding post inside ring; Rear: Folding U-notch, PSO-1 telescopic sight, other optics available
  • Optic RailYes
  • Iron SightsYes
▤Construction2MOD.2
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
  • Production Start1994
  • Variants1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1994Production started
32
years in service
3
units produced
3
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries3country
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE10terms
A bayonet lug is a metal fitting on the barrel or muzzle of a firearm that provides a mounting point for a bayonet.
Firearm configuration where the action and magazine are located behind the trigger, reducing overall length while maintaining barrel length.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
A firearm stock that can be folded or collapsed to reduce overall length for storage or transport.
Firearm action type where expanding gas from a fired cartridge cycles the mechanism, typically via a piston or direct impingement.
Uses high-pressure gas to cycle the action, rather than recoil energy.
Integral bipod: a permanently attached, built‑in bipod that provides a two‑point support for a firearm, allowing it to be rested on a surface without separate accessories.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
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