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