The SVDK is a subsonic sniper variant of the SVD platform chambered in 9x39mm, designed to defeat body armor at close-to-medium range while remaining inherently subsonic for suppressed operation. The armor-piercing 9x39mm SP-5/SP-6 ammunition penetrates standard NATO CRISAT armor at 300 meters. Used by Russian special operations and FSB units requiring suppressed precision capability. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 9x39mm Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1994, Russia Weight: 9.8 oz Overall length: 44" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: sniper, special operations, suppressed