ASG SVD-S Custom SVU Build Part 1: Introduction

Published on September 21, 2014
Duration: 3:12

This video introduces an ASG Dragunov SVDS spring-powered airsoft rifle and outlines a custom build project to convert it into a bullpup SVU variant. The presenter details the rifle's full metal construction, polymer furniture, and quick-change spring system, noting its included M120 spring for higher FPS. The planned modifications include shortening the barrel, creating a mock silencer, and fabricating a 3D-printed butt pad, alongside developing a remote trigger linkage system.

Quick Summary

The ASG Dragunov SVDS is a spring-powered airsoft rifle with a full metal chassis and polymer furniture. It features a quick-change spring system and can achieve around 360 FPS with its stock spring, or over 400 FPS with the included M120 spring. A custom build project is underway to convert it into an SVU bullpup variant.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Channel Info
  2. 00:05New Gun Introduction: ASG Dragunov SVDS
  3. 00:16Spring Powered Operation Explained
  4. 00:28Initial Impressions: Full Metal Construction
  5. 00:45Cheek Rest and Iron Sight Functionality
  6. 00:59Quick Change Spring System Access
  7. 01:15Included Springs and FPS Potential
  8. 01:29Magazine Types: High Cap vs. Mid Cap
  9. 01:46Project Goal: SVU Bullpup Conversion
  10. 01:58Planned Modifications: Grip, Trigger, Linkage
  11. 02:273D Printed Butt Pad Concept
  12. 02:39Barrel Shortening and Mock Silencer
  13. 02:46Project Progression and Call to Action
  14. 03:00Concluding Remarks and Price Point

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ASG Dragunov SVDS?

The ASG Dragunov SVDS is a spring-powered airsoft rifle. It features a full metal chassis with polymer furniture and a simple, non-gearbox operation, requiring manual cocking for each shot. It includes a quick-change spring system for easy FPS adjustments.

How is the ASG Dragunov SVDS converted into an SVU bullpup?

The conversion involves shortening the barrel, creating a mock silencer, mounting the original grip and trigger guard, and developing a remote trigger linkage system. A 3D-printed butt pad is also planned for the bullpup configuration.

What are the FPS capabilities of the ASG Dragunov SVDS?

The ASG Dragunov SVDS comes with a spring that shoots around 360 feet per second. It also includes an M120 spring, which is expected to yield over 400 feet per second, especially with its long barrel.

What are the key features of the ASG Dragunov SVDS?

Key features include its full metal construction, polymer handguard, pistol grip, cheek rest, and stock. It has a quick-change spring system, an adjustable cheek rest that flips aside, and comes with both a high-cap and a preferred mid-cap magazine.

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