Are submachine guns still relevant?

After the war, new SMG designs appeared frequently. However, submachine guns are still used by military special forces and police SWAT teams for close-quarters battle (CQB) because they are “a pistol-caliber weapon that’s easy to control, and less likely to overpenetrate the target”.

Why is the submachine gun important?

From the First World War to the Second World War, the submachine gun played an important part in infantry fighting. A small machine gun firing pistol ammunition, it allowed infantry to lay down automatic fire without having to carry the heavy machine guns that were so crucial in World War One.

Does the army use SMGs?

The U.S. Army has officially selected the Brugger and Thomet APC9K to outfit its Personal Security Details. The APC9K is the first new submachine gun for the U.S. Army since the M3 “Greasegun” of World War II. The service will buy 350 of the compact automatic weapons for $2.5 million, with an option to buy 1,000 more.

Is MP5 obsolete?

The MP5 is more effective against unarmored targets than the MP7 and is a more fitting offensive weapon that it’s baby brother. The MP5 has become rather obsolete in terms of conventional warfare.

What is the difference between a machine gun and a submachine gun?

While it’s often said that the submachine gun is a more compact version of the machine gun, this isn’t necessarily the case – it would be more accurate to say that the submachine gun is actually a larger, more powerful version of the handgun.

Are Thompson submachine guns legal in the US?

The Thompson Submachine gun is legal in some States and as long as it’s properly registered 1968 or before. The 1986 reference does not apply to dealer samples. To purchase any submachine gun one must be approved after a background check by the BATF&E and the transfer required the payment of a $200 tax.

Are pre-1986 machine guns legal in the US?

As you note, post-1986 machine guns are banned. Pre-1986 machine guns are legal. “Pre-1986” means “registered before 1986”, not “made before 1986”. Not all guns made were registered. There are 175,997 registered machine guns in total.

What is the best submachine gun in the game?

These are the best submachine guns in the game, if you haven’t already, get one leveled. The LC10 deserves this position because of how easy it is to use. Its stats are very strong and it has good range, but it isn’t a ‘shredder’. What it is is reliable and accurate.