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The sniper rifle is an excellent long range projectile weapon.

VariantsEdit

DKS-501 sniper rifleEdit

A DKS-501 sniper rifle. Excellent long range projectile weapon. Originally .308, this one is chambered in the more common .223 caliber.

.308 sniper rifleEdit

This sniper rifle is an older model of the famed DKS-501. Chambered for .308 ammunition, it's also extremely fragile and requires regular repair and maintenance to keep it in working condition.

• For the unique versions found in Fallout 3, see: Victory rifle and Reservist's rifle.
• For the unique versions found in Fallout: New Vegas, see: Gobi Campaign scout rifle and Christine's COS silencer rifle.

7.62mm sniper rifleEdit

	The following is based on Fallout Tactics and some details might contradict canon.

An excellent long range projectile weapon. Originally .308, this one is chambered in the more common 7.62mm caliber.