Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

COD4 Dragunov

Sniper RiflesUnlocked at Level 22Takes camo
Sniper RiflesDragunov — Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare weapon render

How do you unlock the Dragunov?

The Dragunov unlocks at Level 22 in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. It is a semi-automatic sniper with a 10-round magazine and strong upper-body multipliers. It can kill with one shot to the head, neck or upper torso without relying on Stopping Power. Its recoil is less forgiving than the M21, so deliberate timing produces better results than rapid fire. Its camo track finishes at Red Tiger (150 headshots with this weapon). It is also the sniper rifles Gold camo weapon: finish every challenge in the class and Gold unlocks here.

UnlockLevel 22
Takes camoYes
Gold camoUnlocks on this weapon — finish every challenge in the class

Reviewed July 26, 2026. Unlock and challenge requirements were checked against original COD4 multiplayer reference data; loadout and progression advice is editorial. Modern Warfare Remastered uses a different progression system.

How does the Dragunov play in COD4?

RoleHigh-damage semi-auto sniper
StrengthsOne-shot potential covers the head, neck and upper torso; Semi-automatic fire provides immediate follow-up shots
TradeoffsMore recoil than the M21; Stomach and limb hits normally require a second shot
Useful setupKeep the standard scope for long-range precision and breath control; ACOG Scope unlocks at 100 kills and supports a more mobile upper-body marksman setup
Camo tipAlthough upper-torso hits can kill, keep the reticle at head height while working through the Expert challenges. Pause long enough for recoil to settle before the next shot.
Compared withIt has stronger one-shot multipliers than the M21, while the M21 offers lower recoil and easier repeated shots.

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Dragunov — common questions

What level does the Dragunov unlock at in COD4?

The Dragunov unlocks at Level 22 in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare multiplayer. The level cap is 55, and prestige is console only (up to 10). PC has none.

How do you unlock camos on the Dragunov?

Camo progress is per-weapon. Every camo-eligible weapon earns Digital (25 headshots), Blue Tiger (75 headshots), Red Tiger (150 headshots) in order — headshots are cumulative, so one grind clears the whole ladder. Shotguns use a reduced ladder: 25 / 50 / 100 headshots. On the Dragunov the final tier is Red Tiger — 150 headshots with this weapon.

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