Barrett M82 vs Dragunov SVD
Barrett M82A1
US .50 BMG anti-materiel rifle
Destroying equipment, vehicles, and EOD at extreme range
VS
Dragunov SVD
Russian 7.62x54mm designated marksman rifle
Squad-level designated marksman role
Short Answer
The Barrett M82 is a .50 caliber anti-materiel rifle designed to destroy equipment at 1,800+ meters. The Dragunov SVD is a 7.62mm designated marksman rifle built for accurate fire at 600-800 meters. They serve fundamentally different roles — Barrett for anti-materiel, Dragunov for anti-personnel.
Our Verdict
Different tools for different jobs. Barrett M82 destroys vehicles and equipment at extreme range. Dragunov SVD is a squad-level marksman rifle for extending infantry range. Barrett is heavier and louder; Dragunov is lighter and more practical for infantry.
Barrett M82A17.5
7.5Dragunov SVD
Choose Barrett M82A1 if
Destroying equipment, vehicles, and EOD at extreme range
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Key Differences at a Glance
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Caliber: Barrett M82A1 wins (.50 BMG (12.7x99mm) vs 7.62x54mmR)
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Effective Range: Barrett M82A1 wins (1,800+ m vs 600-800 m)
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Weight: Dragunov SVD wins (9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) vs 30 lbs (14 kg))
Key Facts & Figures
| Metric | Barrett M82A1 | Dragunov SVD | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Effective Range(meters) | 1,800+ | 800 | +125% |
| Weight(lbs) | 30 | 9.5 | +216% |
| Unit Cost(USD) | $9,000+ | $1,000-2,000 | +500% |
Key Differences
Barrett M82A1
Attribute
Dragunov SVD
.50 BMG (12.7x99mm)🏆
Caliber
7.62x54mmR
1,800+ m🏆
Effective Range
600-800 m
30 lbs (14 kg)
Weight
9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)🏆
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Last updated: March 21, 2026Human reviewed
