PSG-1
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[edit] Heckler & Koch PSG-1
The Heckler & Koch PSG-1 (German: Präzisions Scharfschützen Gewehr, precision sharpshooter's rifle) is a semi-automatic sniper rifle was developed in the 1970s. It is chambered for the venerable 7.62 x 51mm NATO cartridge, feeding from either 5- or 20-round magazines. The PSG-1 is considered the most accurate semi-automatic rifle in the world. While it is an effective weapon, the PSG-1 sees limited use due to its incredible cost. Only the wealthiest, best-equipped law enforcement agencies can afford them. It is also not used by any military in the world; one of the rifle's biggest flaws is how far the spent casing flies after being ejected. While this is not a concern for police sharpshooters, this could give a military sniper's position away. It is rumored that it was developed in response to the Munich Massacre in the 1972 Summer Olympics.
The PSG-1 can be found in Metal Gear Solid 1 and 2. It is Sniper Wolf's weapon of choice; Snake cannot defeat her without acquiring a PSG-1 of his own. It can be found in the Armory. It can also be found in Metal Gear Solid 2 at the Plant Chapter in Strut F at the top floor. The rifle is compulsory to use as it is needed to take out the control units for the Semtex bombs planted at the Shell1-2 Connecting Bridge as well as giving Emma sniper cover against guards and Cyphers in the Strut L oil fence. It carries 20 rounds per magazine. In normal mode, care is taken that the player should aim well as while aiming with the PSG1, the character's hands tend to shake and Pentazemin is widely recommended if important shots are likely to be missed.
[edit] PSG-1 T (Tranquilizer)
The PSG-1 T is a modified PSG-1 rifle, firing tranquilizer rounds and coming equipped with a suppressor. It was used most famously by Raiden during the Big Shell Incident. Unlike the PSG-1, it only holds 5 rounds per magazine.
[edit] Appearences
Metal Gear Solid (PSG-1)
Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes (PSG-1 & PSG-1 T)
Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty (PSG-1 & PSG-1 T)
