SVD
DMR -- 7.62x54mmR
Tier
A
PvP Rating
★★★★★
4/5
RPM
300
Ergonomics
35
Recoil
205
Magazine
10 rounds
Caliber
7.62x54mmR
Meta Status
Non-Meta
Description
A semi-automatic marksman rifle firing the devastating 7.62x54R round. The SVD offers the Mosin's stopping power with much faster follow-up shots for aggressive sniping.
Strengths
- +Semi-auto with the same hard-hitting caliber as Mosin
- +Fast follow-up shots
- +Can use SNB and 7N1 ammo
- +Effective at all ranges
Weaknesses
- -Expensive compared to Mosin
- -High recoil per shot
- -Limited modding options
- -Heavy weight
Pro Tips
- 1Two rapid thorax shots with SNB kills through any armor in the game.
- 2Use the PSO scope for a budget long-range setup.
- 3The 20-round magazine is essential -- always bring spares.
- 4Effective as a squad support weapon providing overwatch fire.