Dragunov



The Snaiperskaya Vintovka Dragunova (abbreviated SVD, meaning "Dragunov Sniper Rifle") is a 7.62x54mmR semiautomatic sniper rifle intended for engaging moving targets. It was developed in the Soviet Union by Evgeniy Fedorovich Dragunov. It was selected as the winner of a contest that included two competing designs: the first was a rifle designed by Dragunov (designated the SSV-58), and the second – Konstantinov. Extensive testing of both rifles in variable environmental conditions resulted in E. F. Dragunov’s design being accepted into service in 1963. At the same time an initial pre-production batch of 200 rifles was assembled, and from 1964 serial production was carried out at Izhmash. Since then the SVD has become the standard squad support weapon of several countries, including those of the former Warsaw Pact, among them Poland (since 1966). License production of the rifle was established in China (Type 79 and Type 85) and Iraq (as the Al Kadesiah).

In the single player game, the SVD is a common sniper rifle, used by both the Russian Ultra-Nationalists and OpFor in the Middle East. It will frequently kill NPCs with one well-aimed shot to the torso.

In Game
In single-player, the Dragunov is used by Ultranationalists, Loyalists, and OpFor. It is the most frequent sniper rifle and is used in most levels. In multiplayer, the Dragunov is unlocked at Master Gunnery Sergeant (lvl 22). Like all sniper rifles, it is only customizable with an ACOG scope. This weapon is capable of dropping an enemy in one shot without Stopping Power if shot in the chest or above (excluding arms). Stopping Power has no effect on this weapon unless shooting at targets using Juggernaut or through walls. It is also one of the six weapons that can have a golden color scheme (possibly based on real gold-plated rifles that once belonged to Saddam Hussein). The Dragunov is the best sniper rifle to use without Stopping Power by a considerable margin. It is tied with the Barrett and R700 for damage (all without Stopping Power) and can fire almost as fast as the M21. The Dragunov is also extremely effective in Hardcore. It has more recoil than the M21 but better wall penetration, however, if Deep Impact is used the difference becomes negligible and the M21 becomes the clear winner.