The [b]SVT-40[/b] is a [[World War II]]-era Soviet semi-automatic [[rifle]] chambered in 7.62×54mmR, designed by Sergei Simonov.

Different from its predecessor, the [[SVT-38]], it is visually recognizable by having a pair of perforated metal heat shields that appear longer, covering both gas piston assembly on top and the barrel portion. A [[cleaning rod]] can also be stored underneath the barrel.

h4. Examples

* !post #6976493

h4. See also

* [[AVS-36]]
* [[List of Weapons]] 

h4. External links

* "Wikipedia: SVT-40":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SVT-40
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