When it comes to laying down high volumes of fire, few weapons are as effective as the light machine guns.
Thanks to their large magazine capacities and high rates of fire, these hulking weapons can fire long bursts of automatic fire, sending your opponents diving for cover.
This is the support kit’s primary weapon, ideal for suppressing opponents. Continue playing as the support class to unlock new light machine guns.
All light machine guns come equipped with a Bipod for greater stability while firing automatic bursts.
M271AR
This beefed-up M416 entered service alongside the M249 in the Marine Corps in 2011.
The M27 infantry automatic rifle (IAR) features a heavier, longer barrel and an extended magazine to enable greater amounts of suppressive fire while retaining some of the mobility of a standard M416.
The M27 features a Bipod by default for supported shooting.
Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 750 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 45
Unlock: Support Start (US)/170,000 Support score (RU)
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | x |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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Holographic (HOLO) | 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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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 125 |
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 270 |
RPK-74M
The RPK-74M is an improved version of the original RPK developed in the 1950s. Essentially a heavy-barreled AK-74, the RPK fires from a longer magazine and has been equipped with polymer furniture to lighten the weapon.
The RPK-74M also features the same scope mount as the AK-74M and is equipped with a Bipod by default for supported shooting.
Ammo: 5.45x39mm WP
Rate of Fire: 600 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 45
Unlock: Support Start (RU)/170,000 Support score (US)
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | x |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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PKA-S (HOLO) | 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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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 125 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 270 |
M249
An adapted version of the Belgian original, the M249 was modified to conform to the United States’ design requirements.
The M249 has seen action in every major conflict since the 1989 invasion of Panama and has earned a reputation as a reliable weapon.
A single M249 can supply suppressive fire equivalent to 15 riflemen. The M249 comes equipped with a Bipod for supported shooting by default.
Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 800 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: 11,000 Support score
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 10 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 20 |
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Extended Mag | Primary | 30 |
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Tactical Light | Secondary | 40 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 50 |
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Foregrip | Underslung Rail | 60 |
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Laser Sight | Secondary | 70 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 80 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 125 |
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 150 |
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 175 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |
PKP Pecheneg
Another modernization of a traditional Russian weapon, the PKP Pecheneg replaces the PKM machine gun in service with Spetsnaz units.
Firing a heavier round than the RPK-74M the Pecheneg is able to supply greater suppressive fire, thanks to its greater power and belt feed.
The Pecheneg comes equipped with a Bipod for supported shooting by default.
Ammo: 7.62x54mm R
Rate of Fire: 650 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: 60,000 Support score
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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PKA-S (HOLO) | 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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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 125 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 270 |
M240B
The M240 is a general purpose machine gun (GPMG) that was first developed in Belgium and adopted by the USMC in 1991.
The M60 was replaced first by the M240G, and subsequently by the M240B, which provides commonality between the Marines and the US Army.
Firing the heavier 7.62mm NATO round, the M240B has greater power than the M249. The M240 is equipped with a Bipod for supported shooting by default.
Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 750 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: 90,000 Support score
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 10 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 20 |
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Extended Mag | Primary | 30 |
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Tactical Light | Secondary | 40 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 50 |
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Foregrip | Underslung Rail | 60 |
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Laser Sight | Secondary | 70 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 80 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 125 |
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 150 |
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 175 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |
M60E4
“The Pig,” as it was commonly referred to when it was introduced in Vietnam, has served with every branch of the US military and continues to serve with Special Forces groups.
All though the M60 has been mostly replaced by the M240, the upgraded M60E4 features modern accessory rails, a shortened barrel, and improved reliability, and reduced weight.
The M60E4 features a Bipod for supported shooting by default.
Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 500 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: 130,000 Support score
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 10 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 20 |
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Extended Mag | Primary | 30 |
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Tactical Light | Secondary | 40 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 50 |
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Foregrip | Underslung Rail | 60 |
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Laser Sight | Secondary | 70 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 80 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 125 |
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 150 |
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 175 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |
Type 88 LMG
A Chinese general purpose machine gun, the Type 88 is also known by its Chinese designation QJY-88.
Despite the Type 88 name (referring to 1988 as the year of adoption), the weapon has only recently entered wide service with the People’s Liberation Army.
The Type 88 fires a special, heavy version of the Chinese 5.8x42mm round and is equipped by default with a Bipod for supported shooting.
Ammo: 5.8x42mm DAP-87
Rate of Fire: 700 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: Physical Warfare Pack (Pre-Order)
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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PKA-S (HOLO) | 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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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 125 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 270 |
QBB-95
Chinese army standard light machine gun. Used by the support kit in Battlefield 2 , this rifle takes the role of Squad Automatic Weapon in the PLA.
Ammo: 5.8x42mm
Rate of Fire: 800 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: Keep Your Head Down assignment
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | x |
| Burst | x |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
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PKA-S (HOLO) | 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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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 125 |
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 270 |
MG36
An experimental machine gun version of the German army standard G36 rifle. Loaded from a special double drum magazine, it has a unique look and made its Battlefield debut in the Battlefield 2: Special Forces expansion pack.
Unlock Progression
Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 750 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Unlock: Let It Rain assignment
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | x |
| Burst | x |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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Holographic (HOLO) | 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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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
|
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
|
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 125 |
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 270 |
MTAR-21
Designed to provide fire support to smaller groups of infantry, this British SA80 family rifle comes equipped with an extended barrel giving great effective range. While originally intended to act as a light machine gun, it has seen a shift toward marksman duties due to its great performance at longer distances. While it has limited sustained fire capabilities due to not being belt fed, the reliable accuracy makes it a great force multiplier for any squad.
Ammo: 5.56 x 45 mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 750 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 45
Range: Medium
Unlock: No Shortage assignment
- 20 squad resupplies
- 20 kills with light machine guns
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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Holographic (HOLO) | 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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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 50 |
|
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 60 |
|
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 70 |
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Suppressor | Secondary | 80 |
|
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 90 |
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
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Rifle Scope (6x) | Optics | 125 |
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 150 |
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 175 |
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |
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PKS-07 (7x) | Optics | 270 |
LSAT
This U.S. JSSAP prototype is intended to significantly reduce the weight associated with small arms and their ammunition. Using a high-ignition temperature propellant, this prototype light machine gun features belt-fed caseless ammunition. Should the program be successful, this weapon system could become a great improvement over the heavier and more cumbersome squad automatic weapons currently in use.
Ammo: 5.56 x 45 mm NATO
Rate of Fire: 650 rpm
Magazine Capacity: 100
Range: Medium
Unlock: Point Blank assignment
- Complete No Shortage assignment
- 10 kills with C4
- 10 knife takedowns
Fire Modes:
| Mode | Enabled |
|---|---|
| Single-Shot | |
| Burst | |
| Automatic | x |
Unlock Progression
| Image | Accessory | Slot | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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M145 (3.4x) | Optics | 10 |
|
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Flash Suppressor | Secondary | 20 |
|
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Extended Mag | Primary | 30 |
|
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Tactical Light | Secondary | 40 |
|
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Holographic (HOLO) | Optics | 50 |
|
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Foregrip | Underslung Rail | 60 |
|
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Laser Sight | Secondary | 70 |
|
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Reflex (RDS) | Optics | 80 |
|
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Suppressor | Secondary | 90 |
|
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IRNV (IR 1x) | Optics | 100 |
|
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ACOG (4x) | Optics | 125 |
|
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PKA-A (3.4x) | Optics | 150 |
|
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PKA-S (HOLO) | Optics | 175 |
|
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KOBRA (RDS) | Optics | 200 |
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PSO-1 (4x) | Optics | 235 |