Spec Ops

Swift operator that makes up for lack of weapon punch with a compliment of tools, like thermal ISR (Intelligence, Reconnaissance, and Surveillance) vision, which can detect targets through obstacles.

Performance

• Sidearm: G23
• Grenade: M67 Frag

Support Actions

The spec ops class is fast and nimble, perfect for staging raids on enemy held-positions, using their signal scan ability to gain the upper hand. The submachine guns (SMGs) offered by this class have amazingly high rates of fire, but lack accuracy and stopping power at ranges beyond 20 meters. As a result, spec ops soldiers are at a serious disadvantage when engaging opponents at intermediate to long ranges. For this reason, always avoid areas with long sight lines, such as streets or long alleyways—you won’t win a duel against a sniper or assaulter soldier in these wide-open spaces. Instead, move through buildings and other tight spaces where the SMG can chew up targets at close range. Like the assaulter, the spec ops class is equipped with two M67 fragmentation grenades. These grenades are perfectly suited for the close-quarters engagements the spec ops soldier is designed for. While moving through structures, use the signal scan ability to locate enemies and then deploy grenades by banking them off walls or through doorways. This allows you to engage enemies without exposing yourself to incoming fire. For best results, cook the grenades to give your opponents little time to run away.

Class Ability: Signal Scan

Of all the class abilities, signal scan is the most unique, giving the spec ops soldier a brief glimpse of nearby enemies. This ability detects the heat signatures of nearby enemy troops, briefly appearing as red silhouettes on the HUD. While the ability is only active for a couple of seconds, it’s more than enough time to spot enemies hiding behind walls and other pieces of cover. Once you’ve identified enemy positions, it’s much easier to plan your attack or call in an offensive support action. Signal scan has a rather limited range, allowing you to only detect enemy heat signatures within approximately a 50-meter radius. But since the spec ops soldier usually operates in tight, confined spaces, signal scan’s range is usually more than sufficient for dealing with immediate threats. Upon spawning into a match, signal scan isn’t available—it must charge for a few seconds before it can be activated. Likewise, after each use, signal scan requires a recharging period before it can be used again. The high-pitched tone emitted by this ability can be heard by teammates and opponents alike. If you hear this sound, it’s a good indication that an enemy spec ops soldier is nearby and that your location has been compromised—be ready to move out!

Unique Support Actions

Radar Jammer

Support Action Points: 400

This sneaky device emits an electromagnetic pulse that scrambles the minimap display of all nearby opponents. This is a great way to counter UAVs deployed by the opposing team, allowing your teammates to remain undetected as long as they stay within the jammer’s range. When defending during Combat Mission or Hotspot, consider deploying these devices near the objective in an effort to remain concealed. Once activated, it takes a few seconds to deploy this device on the ground, so make sure your fireteam buddy or a teammate is nearby to provide cover. Jammers deployed by the opposing team can be destroyed—just shoot them.

120mm Dragon Fire

Support Action Points: 800

Of all the artillery-based offensive support actions, this one is the most impressive, raining down massive mortar rounds on the designated target area. When activated, the strike is initiated by designating the target area through a pair of binoculars. As usual, don’t attempt to initiate a strike until you’re certain your flanks are clear of opponents—have a buddy stand guard to watch your back while you designate the target. Like the sniper’s Rocket Artillery, use this support action in wide-open areas where the incoming rounds have plenty of overhead clearance. Mortar rounds that explode on rooftops or trees do no damage to opponents on the ground.

A-10 Warthog

Support Action Points: 1,500

Watching an A-10 conduct a low-altitude strafing run never gets old, especially when you’re the one scoring all the points for the kills. Initiating close air support from the A-10 is just like calling in a strike for the point man’s AH-6J Little Bird. Using a laser target designator, you must first select a target area. Once the target area is chosen, you’re prompted to select the A-10’s approach vector—this determines at what angle the aircraft begins its strafing run. Soon after air strike has been initiated, an A-10 appears in the distance and begins a strafing run along the approach vector you designated. You can make the most of these strafing runs by lining them up along streets or other narrow, high-traffic areas.

Unit Profiles

Australian SAS-R Spec Ops

Quick and deadly, their motto is “Who Dares Wins.” Formed in 1957 with just one company, and now boasting three Sabre Squadrons, OZ SAS-R are experts in reconnaissance missions, surveillance, and counterterrorism.

Heckler & Koch G36 SAS-R

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British SAS Spec Ops

“What color is the boathouse in Hereford?” These guys would know. Their tactics, training, and equipment have been the model for many other country’s Special Forces including the U.S. Army’s Delta Force. Their motto is “Who Dares Wins.” These guys dare.

Daniel Defense Mk18 SAS

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Canadian JTF-2 Spec Ops

JTF-2 is an elite special operations force of the Canadian military specializing in counterterrorism. Although small in number, they make up for their size with relentless and aggressive suppressive firepower. These guys have your six.

Daniel Defense Mk18 JTF-2

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German KSK Spec Ops

This highly specialized, elite unit consists of the best of the best of Germany’s special operations soldiers. Their small numbers are testament to a rigorous selection process. The KSK’s five platoons can take the fight anywhere in the world—mountain to sea, pole to pole.

Heckler & Koch G36 KSK

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Norway FSK/HJK Spec Ops

Although relatively new, these two units of Norway’s Special Forces were born to counter terrorist threats to their nation. Since inception, they have been active in campaigns around the world, including Bosnia, Kosovo, and Afghanistan.

Heckler & Koch G36 FSK/HJK

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Polish GROM Spec Ops

GROM is Polish for “thunder.” And that is what this SF unit brings to the table: they hit hard. Formed in 1990, they have earned the respect of every operator around the world for their tenacity.

AK-103 Bullpup GROM

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ROKN UDT/SEAL Spec Ops

This Special Forces unit is part of the Republic of Korea Naval Special Warfare Flotilla. This unit is heavily modeled after the U.S. Navy’s SEALs in training and tactics. They have already proved their skill in a number of successful maritime hostage rescues.

Heckler & Koch MP7 ROKN

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RU Spetsgruppa Alfa Spec Ops

While there are many branches of the Russian Special Forces, the most famous is the Alpha Group. Specializing in counterterrorism, their training is some of the most rigorous in the military. Alphas are at home in a variety of environments and constantly conduct drills to hone their skills.

AK-103 Bullpup SPETSNAZ

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Swedish SOG Spec Ops

Formed by the merging of the SSG (Special Protection Group) and SIG (Special Reconnaissance Group) in 2011 to provide a variety of strategic applications across many disciplines. In addition to conducting small-scale, low-profile ops, SOG operators can also be inserted as a component of large-scale conventional warfare operations.

C8

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U.S. Army SFOD-D Spec Ops

SFOD-D is one of the United States’ secretive Tier 1 counter-terrorism and Special Mission Units. Commonly known as The Unit, it was formed under the designation 1st SFOD-D, and has been involved in every U.S. ground operation since its inception.

Daniel Defense Mk18 SFOD-D

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US Navy SEAL Spec Ops

Frogmen have the most grueling selection process in the military. Those who make it through become highly trained experts in assaults, hostage rescue, and counterterrorism. And expert snipers—just ask a pirate.

Heckler & Koch MP7 SEAL

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U.S. OGA Spec Ops

Other Government Agency (OGA) Operators are recruited from the military’s special operations community. They’re nimble and use technology to their advantage in direct action and intelligence gathering.

Heckler & Koch MP7 OGA

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