The SVD Sniper Rifle is a powerful weapon in Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater and this guide will break down the details.

The SVD is a sniper rifle you can use in Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater. As a trained soldier, you will need every advantage to complete your mission and survive. Sniper rifles are useful for taking out a target from a distance to avoid compromising your safety, but their effectiveness depends on your aim.
This article will cover everything you need to know about the SVD sniper rifle in Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater.
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Where To Find an SVP Sniper Rifle in Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater?

Here are all the known locations to pick up an SVP sniper rifle:
- Dremuchij North during the Virtuous mission.
- Ponizovje West.
- Sokrovenno South.
The first chance to get this weapon is during the Virtuous Mission. This prologue introduces new and returning players to the basics of the remake. Head to the southeast side of Dremuchij North, and you can pick it up from a crate.
The second variant can be found in a locked warehouse at Ponizovje South. Make your way inside and find the weapon in a crate along with other munitions. Lastly, Sokrovenno South is where you can get the final variant to take out the End early with the weapon.
SVP Sniper Rifle Stats
This is a breakdown of max ammo capacity for every available difficulty setting:
Difficulty | Ammo Capacity |
---|---|
Very Easy | 101 |
Easy | 101 |
Normal | 51 |
Hard | 31 |
Extreme | 31 |
Bullets are much scarcer and harder to come by in higher difficulties, so we recommend taking your time before firing shots.
Here are some stats worth noting before using this weapon in Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater:
- Weight: 4.6kg
- Damage Type: Lethal
- Max ammo capacity: Depends on difficulty level.
Any weapon can be lethal in the right hands, but the SVD is especially effective. As mentioned earlier, you can use this rifle to take out the End from a distance. Clear shots to the head or body will finish the job. As for maximum ammo capacity, it will depend on your chosen difficulty.
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