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Gunsmith - OP-SKS

Mechanic

To complete Gunsmith - OP-SKS, modify an OP-SKS to comply with the given specifications.

Gunsmith - OP-SKS Tarkov quest

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Objectives

  • Modify an OP-SKS to comply with the given specifications

Walkthrough Overview

Gunsmith - OP-SKS is a Mechanic task. The objective is to modify an OP-SKS to comply with the given specifications. Gunsmith - OP-SKS is a weapon-build task. You'll modify a base weapon to meet specific attachment, stat, or weight requirements. The base gun and the parts needed are listed in the guide below; source them from traders at the required loyalty levels (or the flea market) and assemble at your hideout's workbench. The build only counts once every requirement is satisfied at the same time.

Task Information

Given by
Mechanic
Location
Any map
Kappa Required
No

Quest Chain

Previous
None - Starting quest
Leads to
None - End of chain

Rewards

  • +10,000 EXP
  • Mechanic Rep +0.25

Frequently Asked Questions

What weapon is Gunsmith - OP-SKS?
Gunsmith - OP-SKS is the Gunsmith OP-SKS build. You start from a Molot Arms Simonov OP-SKS 7.62x39 carbine and modify it until it meets every required stat for Mechanic.
How do I build the Gunsmith OP-SKS?
Buy or find a base OP-SKS, then fit the attachments listed on this page until the build hits the required values. The full parts list, with current flea and trader prices, is in the guide above.
Who gives Gunsmith - OP-SKS?
Gunsmith - OP-SKS is offered by Mechanic and can be picked up from your hideout's quest list once available.
Is Gunsmith - OP-SKS required for the Kappa container?
No, Gunsmith - OP-SKS is not on the Kappa container requirement list, so you can skip it if you are only chasing Kappa progress.
What are the rewards for Gunsmith - OP-SKS?
Completing Gunsmith - OP-SKS rewards 10,000 EXP. Trader reputation changes are listed in the Rewards section below.

Gunsmith OP-SKS Build

Base Weapon

Molot Arms Simonov OP-SKS 7.62x39 carbine

Molot Arms Simonov OP-SKS 7.62x39 carbine

Jaeger • LL1

Shopping List

IconItemTraderLoyalty Level
SKS 7.62x39 TAPCO 6610 20-round magazineSKS 7.62x39 TAPCO 6610 20-round magazinePeacekeeperLL1
OP-SKS dovetail mountOP-SKS dovetail mountJaegerLL1
NPZ USP-1 Tyulpan 4x scopeNPZ USP-1 Tyulpan 4x scopePraporLL1
SKS TAPCO Intrafuse chassisSKS TAPCO Intrafuse chassisMechanicLL1
SKS TAPCO Intrafuse buffer tubeSKS TAPCO Intrafuse buffer tubeMechanicLL1
SKS TAPCO Intrafuse SAW-Style pistol gripSKS TAPCO Intrafuse SAW-Style pistol gripMechanicLL1
AR-15 High Standard M4SS StockAR-15 High Standard M4SS StockPeacekeeperLL1
SKS Hexagon 7.62x39 sound suppressorSKS Hexagon 7.62x39 sound suppressorSkierLL3
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Inspect View

Modding Screen
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Modding Screen

Images courtesy of Escape from Tarkov Wiki

Tips

  • •Use OP-SKS (not regular SKS) - it has the dovetail mount
  • •Suppressor requires Skier LL3 or use thread adapter from Jaeger LL2

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