History of the SVD Dragunov with Max Popenker
This video delves into the history and development of the SVD Dragunov rifle, featuring Russian small arms researcher Max Popenker. The discussion covers the rifle's origins in response to NATO forces, the design competition, its adoption, and various experimental iterations including flechettes, different calibers, and bullpup variants like the SVU. The video concludes by touching on modernized versions of the Dragunov currently in use, such as the SVD-M. This detailed historical account is presented as a unique resource available in English.














