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jimbob86 · October 29, 2012, 03:58 PM

The SMG was at best a stopgap measure, at worst a step backwards.

Compared to the assault rifles of the mid-20th century, they were heavy, underpowered, and hard to keep fed..... and best suited to conscripted troops.

You don't see them issued anymore to combat troops because there are better options.

October 29, 2012, 03:58 PM	#22
jimbob86 Junior member Join Date: October 4, 2007 Location: All the way to NEBRASKA Posts: 8,722	The SMG was at best a stopgap measure, at worst a step backwards. Compared to the assault rifles of the mid-20th century, they were heavy, underpowered, and hard to keep fed..... and best suited to conscripted troops. You don't see them issued anymore to combat troops because there are better options.