The SVD (СВД; Russian: снайперская винтовка Драгунова, romanized: snayperskaya vintovka Dragunova, lit. 'Dragunov sniper rifle'), GRAU index 6V1, [2] is a semi-automatic designated …

Development on the SVD began in 1957 by Yevgeny Dragunov for the upcoming Soviet trials for a new marksman's weapon. It went up against rifles designed by older, more established …

The 7.62 mm Dragunov sniper rifle has been the semi-automatic marksman rifle of the Russian infantry and other military units since 1963. The SVD is designed to engage enemy personnel …

The SVD Dragunov rifle first appeared in 1963 and has been one of the most prized infantry trophies ever since. It is a semi-automatic weapon that uses the same operating principles as …

Aug 27, 2025 · Russia Increases SVD Sniper Rifle Production and Delivers New Batch. The Kalashnikov Concern, part of the Rostec State Corporation, is finalizing the delivery of 7.62 …

Developed in the Soviet Union under the leadership of Evgeny Dragunov and officially introduced in 1963, the Dragunov was specifically designed to meet the needs of the Soviet armed forces …

Feb 9, 2023 · For a good duration of the Cold War period, the Dragunov "SVD" ("Snayperskaya Vintovka sistem'y Dragunova") series of semi-automatic rifles stood as the standard-issue …

The Dragunov served as a sniper rifle for the Russian military for almost 50 years! Learn what makes this rifle unique.

Jan 27, 2025 · Discover the iconic Dragunov sniper rifle in this in-depth video. We explore its history, design, and features, showcasing why it remains a legendary firearm.

Oct 2, 2024 · The SVD Dragunov, also known as the SVDS, is a Russian semi-automatic sniper rifle designed in the 1960s. It was designed to be a marksman’s rifle, not a sniper rifle, and …