The Vz-83 is a variant of the Vz-61 Scorpion Submachine Gun. This model was produced in the early 1980s as a variant to make use of 9x18mm Makarov pistol rounds. It is very similar to the Vz-61 in that it has a foldable wire stock,an underbarrel-mounted laser sight, and fixed iron front andrear sights. However, unlike the Vz-61, this model has a twenty/thirty-round capacity straight-box magazine as opposed to the twenty-round curved boxes that its older cousin has.
In 2014, Solid Snake was given a Vz-83 in Eastern Europe by Big Mama, which he used to fend off attackers while riding as motorcycle passenger.
Behind the scenes[]
The first time the player can use this gun in Metal Gear Solid 4 is in Eastern Europe when Big Mamma gives it to Snake, preceding the bike chase segment of Act Three, Third Sun.
Vz.83 is the version chambered for .380 ACP ammunition; the stat block above reflects this. The version in game, however, is a misnamed Vz. 82, since it is said to be chambered for 9x18mm Makarov.
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