In stock right now at their online store, the folks from Tiger111HK give us a walkthrough of the CYMA Full Metal Dragunov SVDS Sniper Rifle. This has a fibre handguard in which you can store up to 9.6v AK-type stick battery or a 7.4 lipo battery. Out of the box it can go 430 to 450fps on .20g BBs and a 120-round magazine comes with the package.

Airsoft Atlanta just got the enhanced version of the A&K SVD Spring-powered Sniper Rifle... "This is the Dragunov SVD sniper rifle faithfully reproduced by airsoft ninjas at A&K. It features authentic markings and adjustments, unparalleled 'WOW!' factor, and easy upgradeability. Instead of the producing an SVD based of the AK47 like the rest of the cloner nOObs out there, A&K made theirs using the unique Dragunov styling.

Those who have been happy using CYMA AEGS, especially their long rifles such as the M14 might want to take a look at the CYMA Dragunov SVD-S with folding stock which is available at Airsoft Helper. With the folding stock, it's easier to transport this rifle in a gun bag and if you want to use Real Sword internals, it can use the Real Sword SVD gearbox. Price is US$168.84.

The latest custom conversion to the PolarStar Fusion Engine by Bingo Airsoftworks proves that there are lots of possibilities for this HPA-FCU gearbox technology... "The Dragunov SVD is nearly perfect gun for the Fusion Engine, but there are several variations of the SVD available. There are bolt action spring rifles, and AEG implementations.

This week's product update from Get Reload features the CYMA Real Wood and Metal SVD Dragunov Sniper AEG which comes with high quality plywood as handguard and stock. The magazine that comes with the package has a capacity of 120-rounds and an 8.4v AK mini battery. Out of the box, this fires at 420fps. It also has its own unique serial and costs US$199.99. Spare magazines can be bought for US$7.50.

Now, A&K improved of their bolt action SVD airsoft sniper rifle as they decided to turn it into a full-fledged AEG which should make Dragunov fans happy. Get Reload is now taking pre-orders with a price of US$195.00 US$225.00 and will start delivering by the 30th of September, if delivery to their shop will be on the prescribed date.

If you want a cheaper version and be able to install Russian optics without modifications, you can get this ACM SVD from Gunner Airsoft for US$85, shipping not included. Though this is ACM, ain't it that most of the airsoft SVDs out there in the market are made by the Chinese? So calling this just an ACM sorts of makes it too generic (filen name shows an A&K name). We don't know the power of this one as it was left off in the specs sheet...

This is the first part of the Classic Army SVD review by Hotspot Airsoft. Good way of helping you make a decision especially when the budget's too tight, so check the video posted below... "Hot Spot Airsoft has worked hard to bring you the first nationwide Exclusive Review of the Classic Army Dragunov SVD. This AEG is not even out in the U.S. yet and we already have it for review.  Make sure you stay tuned for part #2 of this review."

Limited edition Real Sword SVD on pre-order by Combat Sports Supply... "Get the new Real Sword SVD Metal and real wood AEG on Pre-Order! Real Sword is only making 500 of these for worldwide distribution, and will not make another production run for several months as they re-tool for other upcoming AEGs, so get Yours while they last! his hard-to-find item is a Pre-Order, expected to ship December 11th, 2008.