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The Izhmash arsenal in Izhevsk, Russia manufactures the Tiger (Tigr) rifle. This rifle is available in three main calibers, though only the 7.62x54R version was sold in the US. Special-order calibers are also available including a Tigr in .30-06. From Izhmash's web site they describe the Tiger: "The Tigr self-loading hunting rifles are intended for big-and medium-size game hunting under various climatic conditions. The rifles are based on the venerable SVD Dragunov sniper rifle and differ in their improved accuracy of fire. " |
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The Tigr is offered in two barrel lengths (up to 24 inches) and various muzzle brake styles. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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You can also choose from 3 or 4 different butt stock styles. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Russian Dragunov Tiger rifles were imported into the U.S. from the Izhmash (sometimes stamped "Izhmach" on the receivers) factory by three different companies: Big Bear Arms, B-West, and Century Arms International. The CAI imported Tigers have uniqely marked receivers with no Russian arsenal logos as can be seen at left. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Some Tigers came with a hooded front sight though this is a rare variation. Most had an exposed blade which is held very tightly in place. |
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The unique markings of a B-West of Arizona imported Tiger. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Still another version of Tiger markings. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Differences
between the Military SVD and Tiger hunting rifle |
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The Tiger is basically a hunting rifle, though some dealers would rather you thought it a true sniper's rifle. Shooting one of these is not unlike shooting a Mosin-Nagant M44; Huge muzzle flash and very strong recoil. These rifles are as light as an AK but fire the full-size 7.62x54R cartridge. |
"Some people claim they are as accurate as the full sized SVD rifle but it was not my experience. However it could be that I was just flinching because the rifle was not very comfortable to shoot."-Web |
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Your Izhmash Tiger should have come with these accessories which include spare bulbs, rubber switch covers, scope polarizing filter, spare spring-loaded firing pin, oil bottle, some scope tools, and a manual for both the scope and the rifle (in Russian). |
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Tiger package as offered in the US. This one has the military polymer SVD butt stock and hand guards installed and an extra 10 round magazine. |
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A high mounted scope and no cheek raiser means you have a "chin weld" instead of a cheek weld. This position gives more percieved recoil because your chin does not help absorb the recoil like your cheek would. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Many owners have replaced the commercial stock set with a military SVD stock which has a cheek pad and vented hand guards. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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B-West of Tucson, Arizona import mark. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The chrome chamber of the Tiger. |
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Rear latch lever. Rotate down and back to remove the cover. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The late variation receiver cover has no indents at the rear like on the Chinese version. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Tiger was imported with the original military PSO-1M2 scope that is a true military-issued optic. These NPZ factory scopes are no longer offered for commercial sale and are of greater quality than current scopes available from Belomo in Belarus. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The rifle shoots the Wolf 7.62x54R 154 grain FMJ ammunition well at 100 yards. Muzzle flash is massive with this ammo. |
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March 1995 CDNN sale ad. Note for an extra $100 you could opt for the military stock. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Original J&G Sales dealer ad. Note $799 price. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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There is a "California Armory Tiger" that was imported in the early 1990's that came in with all the military features, including buttstock, flash supressor, etc. However they have the shorter 20" barrel and no adjustable gas system. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The rifles are numbered as if they are a limited production run of 1000 but importation was cut off before all 1000 arrived. There are actually only about 700 of these California Armory Tiger rifles in the USA. These are the second most rare Dragunov variant in the USA, behind the KBI imported SVDs of which only 100 came in. |
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The flash supressor/bayonet lug assembly was not originally attached to the rifle but was included in the box. Most owners or retailers put these on the rifles because the assembly also has the front sight on it and you couldn't use the iron sights without it. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Now there has been a recent ruling by the BATFE that verifies flash hiders are legal to mount on these guns. Click here to read the letter on this ruling. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Izhmash
Tigr rifles as offered in other countries |
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The Izhmash Tigr-03 model with the monte carlo butt stock. The trigger is modified so it is easier to reach with this style stock. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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This model is offered with long and short barrels. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Though it looks like an SVDS, this is a commercial Tigr in 7.62x54R with folding buttstock. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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All commercial Tigers sold in Russia feature a special chamber design that has a "step" machined into the chamber. This results in the fired cases being marked with an indented ring around the neck, which aides in forensic criminal investigation. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The latest variation of the Izhmash Tiger available in New Zealand at Gun City. |
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This variation is being offered with the longer 620mm barrel (24 inches) and wood stocks. No flash supressor/muzzle brake is included. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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An optional 1P21 variable power scope is shown mounted. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Both stock styles are offered. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Notice the simplified smooth receiver cover. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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This receiver cover is made from thicker metal as the previous ribbed version and increases the strength of the action. |
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Tigr owned by "Bas" in New Zealand. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Izhmash
Tiger as sold in Spain |
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Notice
the difference in flash hiders. |
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| Click image links below for more information: | |
 Tigr
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 Customized Tigers |
 Tiger Range Reports |
 Tiger Internal Details |
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