Kalashnikov Concern · Sniper-Rifle · In Production · 2013
| Weight (empty) | 7200 g (254.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1100 mm (43.31") |
| Barrel Length | 680 mm (26.77") |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 860 m/s (2822 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 5985 J (4414 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
Primary Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum
The SV-338, also designated VSV-338, is a Russian long-range bolt-action sniper rifle developed by Kalashnikov Concern (formerly Izhmash) for military and law enforcement special applications. Chambered for the powerful .338 Lapua Magnum cartridge, the rifle is designed to engage individual targets at ranges up to 1,500 meters, filling the capability gap between standard 7.62mm sniper rifles and large-caliber anti-materiel systems. The SV-338 features a manually operated rotary bolt action with ...
Country of Origin: Russia