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SVT-40
The Samozaryadnaya Vintovka Tokareva 40 is a Soviet semi-automatic rifle that proceeded from the SVT-38. When issued as a sniper rifle, it generally uses the PU scope.
Specifications
- Caliber: 7.62 x 54R
- Muzzle velocity: 840 m/s (2,756 ft/s)
- Action: Gas operated, tilting bolt
- Overall length: 1226 mm, 48 in
- Barrel length: 610 mm, 24 in
- Mass: 3.85 kg, 8.5 lb unloaded
- Rate of fire: Semi-automatic
- Magazine capacity: 10 rounds
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