https://www.reddit.com/r/ForgottenWeapons/comments/g7x0uk/a_very_unique_m1918_bar_specially_made_for_jungle/
No, this isn’t the same as the Clyde Barrow cut-down BAR, this bad boy was modified for jungle warfare by the USMC in 1932. Modified by a Major H. L. Smith, the weapon’s barrel was chopped down to 15 inches, brought down the weight of the original M1918 BAR from 16lbs to 13lbs, and it sounded as if a 37mm gun was going off. The flash hider of the original BAR would solve the horrific muzzle flash problems, but would also add 3 inches to the gun as well. The loud detonation of the weapon going off and the muzzle flash resulted in this version being only suitable in the jungles of Nicaragua, as in those scenarios, the USMC reports that it deteriorates the enemy’s morale. Taken from “Rock in a Hard Place” by Jim Ballou; amazing book on the BAR.
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Well, since in game we don’t have to worry about our squadmates turning deaf, why not? This could be a fun event / GO weapon. Looks cool, no powercreep, BR III, but with enough of a twist to feel different from regular BARs.
Only one concern though - aside from being LOUDER, how would the shorter barrel translate in game?
Pretty much all current BARs already ADS quickly, so the lighter weight wouldn’t bring significant differences there.
On the other hand, would the shorter barrel and lack of compensator mean worse accuracy and recoil performances, making it a downgrade from regular BARs? I hope not, but if so, BR II could be taken into consideration.
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