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Battlefield 3 Premium eGuide Essentials Weapons

Carbines

Carbines bridge the gap between assault rifles and submachine guns; they are ideal for a variety of combat situations.

Their compact design makes them easy to maneuver in tight quarters.

The shorter barrel length mean less muzzle velocity, accuracy, and range than their assault rifle counterparts, but they still have the stopping power to take down opponents quickly.

The carbines are available to only the engineer class. So rack up your engineer score to unlock more carbines.

M4A1

Essentially a shortened version of the M16, the M4A1 carbine traces its roots to weapons designed for US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) during the Vietnam War.

The M4A1 variant is capable of automatic fire and includes rails that allow the user to equip a large number of accessories.

The carbine has seen heavy use at the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan in close quarters and urban environments.

Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 800 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: Engineer Start (US)/145,000 Engineer score (RU)

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

AKS-74u

Derived from the AKS-74, the AKS-74u is a shortened carbine with the power of a rifle cartridge but the size of a submachine gun.

Often called by its nickname “Krinkov,” the shortened barrel makes the weapon inaccurate at medium ranges but extremely effective in close quarters.

Due to its incredibly short length, the AKS-74u cannot mount a Bipod.

Ammo: 5.45x39mm WP

Rate of Fire: 650 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: Engineer Start (RU)/145,000 Engineer score (RU)

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 40
Tactical Light Secondary 50
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 60
Suppressor Secondary 70
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 80
Heavy Barrel Secondary 90
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 100
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 125
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 150
M145 (3.4x) Optics 175
Flash Suppressor Secondary 200
Reflex (RDS) Optics 235
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 270
ACOG (4x) Optics 300

SCAR-H

Developed for the US SOCOM, the SCAR is a modular series of weapons available in multiple interchangeable calibers, barrel lengths, and configurations.

This particular model has been configured as a SCAR-H CQB (SCAR-Heavy Close Quarters Battle), with a shortened barrel and is chambered for the hard-hitting 7.62mm NATO round.

This gives the SCAR-H a greater range than typical Carbines at the expense of some serious recoil.

Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 600 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 20

Unlock: 14,000 Engineer score

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

M4

Visually and mechanically similar to the M16, the M4 carbine was developed to replace pistols and submachine guns at the front lines.

The M4 is capable of semi-automatic and 3-round burst fire and is equipped with accessory rails for end user customization.

The rifle has largely replaced the M16A2 previously used by the US Marine Corps.

Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 800 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: 40,000 Engineer score

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst x
Automatic

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

A-91

An unusual weapon, even by Russian standards, the A-91 is a bullpup carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO round, instead of a Russian caliber.

Made from polymers, it features a forward shell ejection system that keeps shells well clear of the shooter’s face upon ejection.

The bullpup configuration prevents the A-91 from mounting a bipod.

Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 800 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: 58,000 Engineer score

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 40
Tactical Light Secondary 50
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 60
Suppressor Secondary 70
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 80
Heavy Barrel Secondary 90
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 100
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 125
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 150
M145 (3.4x) Optics 175
Flash Suppressor Secondary 200
Reflex (RDS) Optics 235
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 270
ACOG (4x) Optics 300

G36C

A cut-down version of the German Army’s full size G36 rifle, the C in G36C stands for “Commando” or “Compact.”

Equipped with a number of rails for accessories and a set of backup ironsights instead of the integrated optics and carry handle of the G36, the G36C is a carbine with significant customization options.

Its great ergonomics and short length make it excellent in short-range encounters. The G36C also includes a 2-round burst mode.

Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 750 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: 110,000 Engineer score

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst x
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

SG553

A carbine variant of the Swiss Army’s standard SG550 rifle, the SG553 improves over its predecessor, the well-known SG552, by including integrated rails for mounting accessories.

A carbine with excellent ergonomics, the SG553 is capable of automatic, 3-round burst, and semi-automatic fire and is an excellent close-range weapon.

Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 700 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: 378,000 Co-Op score

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst x
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

HK53

A compact assault rifle based on the famous MP5 design. Used in Battlefield 2: Euro Force , this compact rifle has seen action all across the world.

Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 700 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: Fixing It assignment

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst x
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

QBZ-95B

A compact carbine produced in China and used by the PLA. Very portable, while still providing excellent firepower, this bullpup design carbine was used by the Chinese Spec-ops kit in Battlefield 2 .

Ammo: 5.8x42mm

Rate of Fire: 800 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Unlock: It Goes Boom! assignment

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst x
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 40
Tactical Light Secondary 50
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 60
Suppressor Secondary 70
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 80
Heavy Barrel Secondary 90
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 100
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 125
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 150
M145 (3.4x) Optics 175
Flash Suppressor Secondary 200
Reflex (RDS) Optics 235
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 270
ACOG (4x) Optics 300

ACW-R

This adaptive combat rifle features several recent rifle designs and acts as a lightweight, feature-heavy rifle platform. Using the modern, recoil-reducing “Grendel” round, as well as being built to endure rough weather conditions and capable of utilizing standard STANAG magazines, this rifle is equipped to fill many of the roles required by both military and law enforcement.

Ammo: 5.56 x 45 mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 850 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Range: Long

Fire Modes:

Unlock: Done Fixing assignment

  • 20 AT rocket kills
  • 30 kills with carbines

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350

MTAR-21

This bullpup carbine is the ultracompact version of the Israeli army standard TAR-21 rifle. It features supreme ergonomics and handling due to its 590 mm (23.2 in) length and is intended for use in tighter environments where standard length rifles become cumbersome. As of 2009, it is destined to become the standard rifle of the IDF and is seeing success internationally as part of security and police forces.

Ammo: 5.56 x 45 mm NATO

Rate of Fire: 900 rpm

Magazine Capacity: 30

Range: Long

Fire Modes:

Unlock: My Own Terminator assignment

  • Complete Done Fixing assignment
  • Get a kill with EOD Bot
  • 100 kills with carbines

Fire Modes:

Mode Enabled
Single-Shot x
Burst
Automatic x

Unlock Progression

Image Accessory Slot Kills
Reflex (RDS) Optics 10
Laser Sight Secondary 20
Foregrip Underslung Rail 30
Tactical Light Secondary 40
Holographic (HOLO) Optics 50
Suppressor Secondary 60
ACOG (4x) Optics 70
Heavy Barrel Secondary 80
Bipod Underslung Rail 90
IRNV (IR 1x) Optics 100
Rifle Scope (6x) Optics 125
M145 (3.4x) Optics 150
Flash Suppressor Secondary 175
KOBRA (RDS) Optics 200
PKA-S (HOLO) Optics 235
PSO-1 (4x) Optics 270
PKS-07 (7x) Optics 300
PKA-A (3.4x) Optics 350