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WeaponsBolt-action Rifles

Mosin 91/30

The Mosin 91/30 is a powerful bolt-action rifle in DayZ that uses 7.62x54mmR Rounds and has a 5-round internal magazine. It can use a PU Scope, Ghillie Rifle Wrap, Plastic Bottle Suppressor, Mosin Compensator, and Mosin Bayonet, and it can be shortened into a Sawed-Off Mosin 91/30 with a Hacksaw.

Quick item summary

CategoryWeapons
SubcategoryBolt-action Rifles
Ammunition7.62x54mmR Rounds, 7.62x54mmR Tracer Rounds
Internal Magazine5
Repair withGun Cleaning Kit

Quick answer

The Mosin 91/30 is a powerful mid-game to long-range bolt-action rifle chambered in 7.62x54mmR. It has strong stopping power and excellent range, but its 5-round internal magazine, slow bolt-action cycling, long size, and heavy handling make it poor for close-range fights. With a PU Scope, it becomes a strong overwatch and sniping rifle.

In-game description

Five shot bolt-action rifle, fed from internal magazine. Still usable today due to its sturdiness. Uses 7.62x54mmR rounds.

Main Uses

  • Use as a powerful mid-to-long range bolt-action rifle
  • Fire accurate 7.62x54mmR shots at players or animals
  • Pair with a PU Scope for long-range sniping
  • Attach a Mosin 91/30 Compensator to improve recoil control
  • Attach a Mosin 91/30 Bayonet for close-range melee utility
  • Attach a Plastic Bottle Suppressor to reduce sound
  • Attach a Ghillie Rifle Wrap for camouflage
  • Cut down with a Hacksaw to create a Sawed-Off Mosin 91/30

How to get Mosin 91/30

  • Search hunting, civilian, and military rifle loot locations.
  • Check hunting cabins, deer stands, camps, rural areas, and long-gun spawns.
  • Loot players carrying 7.62x54mmR ammunition, PU Scopes, or bolt-action rifles.

Spawn info

HuntingCivilianMilitaryRuralUnknown
  • The Mosin 91/30 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7.62x54mmR.
  • It has a 5-round internal magazine.
  • It is a strong medium-to-long range rifle.
  • It can be shortened into a Sawed-Off Mosin 91/30 with a Hacksaw.
  • Black, green, and camo spraypainted variants are listed as unobtainable on the wiki screenshot.

Crafting and item conversions

Used in recipes

Sawed-Off Mosin

Result: Sawed-Off Mosin

Mosin 91/30Hacksaw

Craft Sawed-Off Mosin using Mosin 91/30 and Hacksaw.

View crafting guide

Important notes

  • The Mosin 91/30 uses 7.62x54mmR Rounds and 7.62x54mmR Tracer Rounds.
  • It has a 5-round internal magazine and does not use detachable magazines.
  • It is bolt-action, so every shot must be cycled manually.
  • The Mosin is strong at medium to long range but poor in close-range fights.
  • The PU Scope gives the Mosin long-range sniping capability.
  • The Mosin 91/30 Compensator improves recoil control.
  • The Mosin 91/30 Bayonet gives extra close-combat utility.
  • The Plastic Bottle Suppressor can be attached to make the rifle less noticeable.
  • The Ghillie Rifle Wrap can be attached for camouflage.
  • A Sawed-Off Mosin 91/30 can be crafted with a Hacksaw, improving maneuverability but reducing long-range usefulness.