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Dragunov successor - SVCh-308 Chukavin
The SVCh-308 Chukavin rifle by Kalashnikov, a potential successor to the Dragunov, boasts modern features and is being developed with input from Russian special forces snipers. President Putin tested it recently, hitting targets at 600 meters. The rifle comes in two calibers, with various specifications highlighted. View the video linked in the article for more information.
Kalashnikov's new SVCh-308 Chukavin rifle is practically the new successor to the Dragunov. Equipped with modern accessories, it is being developed in collaboration with Russian snipers from various special forces. 
A folding stock, polymer handguard, and Picatinny rail allow for a variety of accessories. Recently, there have been fresh photos of the rifle as President Putin took the opportunity to test it himself. He fired five shots at a target 600 meters away, and hit – at least – three times. We have linked the video to that in the cover image.
Pay attention to the German Schmidt & Bender scope and the Steiner DBAL. The rifle is available in two different calibers. Here are some details:
| SVCh | SVCh-8.6 | |
| Caliber cartridge | 7.62×51 NATO / .308 Winchester, 7.62x54R | .338 Lapua Magnum (8.6×70) |
| Action type | semi-automatic | semi-automatic |
| Trigger type | sa | sa |
| Overall length, mm | 940 … 1000 (with 410mm barrel) | 1140 |
| Length, folded, mm | 730 (with 410mm barrel) | 925 |
| Barrel length, mm | 410, 460, 565 | 560 |
| Weight empty, kg | 4.3 | 6.3 |
| Magazine capacity, rounds | 10, 20 | 10 |
And here's an older video about the SVCh.
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