Kalashnikov SVK

Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) / Sniper Rifle [ 2018 ]

The SVK semi-automatic sniper rifle was debuted in prototype form during September of 2016.

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During a 2016 Army Exposition in Russia, Kalashnikov Group (Rostec) debuted several items of note including a new micro assault rifle (the Kalashnikov MA), a light machine gun (the RPK-16), and the SVK semi-automatic sniper system. The latter is intended to succeed the aging line of Soviet-era Dragunov SVD rifles and can fire both the Western-minded 7.62x51mm NATO rifle cartridge and the Soviet 7.62x54R rifle cartridge depending on chambering. With its semi-automatic fire mechanism, the system fulfills the Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) role found in many modern army forces.

The SVK features heavy use of polymers for a lighter weight result. Sections of Picatinny rail are featured along the receiver and forend for supporting various optics sets and the traditional folding bipod assembly. The barrel can be affixed with a suppressor for clandestine operations. The feed, found in its traditional place just ahead of the trigger group, accepts a 10-, 15- or 20-round detachable box magazine (including the SVD's 7.62x54R type). The weapon fires from the proven short-stroke gas piston arrangement with a rotating bolt action. The gas system is adjustable to suit user preference. Beyond these features are ambidextrous controls to suit both left- and righ0-handed shooters and a side-folding stock for a more compact footprint.

As of late-2016 / early-2017, the SVK is undergoing factory trials.©MilitaryFactory.com

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Specifications

Service Year

2018

Origin

Russia

Classification

Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) / Sniper Rifle

Kalashnikov Group - Russia

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Russia (possible)

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✓ Accuracy / Precision
Long-range accuracy / precision capable; suitable for sniping, particularly when equipped with sighting aids.

✓ Silenced
This weapon is either inherently silent/suppressed or can be made so through special assembly added at the muzzle, specialized subsonic ammunition or a combination of both.

Action

Semi-Automatic

Semi-Automatic
One shot per trigger pull; self-loading or auto-loading action aided by internal mechanism; trigger management (and initial cocking) typically required by the operator; subsequent shots are aided by the unlocked / moving bolt.

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Caliber(s)*

7.62x51mm NATO; 7.62x54R (model dependent)

Sample Visuals**

Graphical image of a 7.62x51mm / .308 Winchester rifle cartridge

Rounds / Feed

10-, 15-, or 20-Round Detachable Box Magazine.

*May not represent an exhuastive list; calibers are model-specific dependent, always consult official manufacturer sources.
**Graphics not to actual size; not all cartridges may be represented visually; graphics intended for general reference only.

SVK - Base Series Designation.

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