They are used by the infiltrator to take out enemy units from distances other weapons cant reach. Refire from 92ms to 91ms removed recoil scaling over time recoil settle rate from to 16 semi auto first shot recoil multiplier from 2 to 1 ammo capacity from 400. Sniper rifle vs scout rifle vs battle rifle planetside 2. Semiauto scout is definitely the better of the scout rifles but i think its used less for a few reasons. Vanu full auto scout rifle planetside 2 general discussions. Planetside 2 news get summer rewards in planetside 2.
The combat medics incredible versatility on the battlefield affords them a wide range of both assault and support roles. Ive come back from a ps2 break, and im incapable of using semiauto scouts, which is quite bad, as it is the only decent midrange weapon for. Stalker cloak does not drain energy as long as the infiltrator remains. November 30, 2016 update ps4 us planetside 2 wiki fandom. Planetside 2 news how to guide your newb to success part 2. Im sure the scout rifle would do well if you were so good that every shot you took was a headshot, but body shots with that weapon do pennies worth of damage. As equipped, this rifle matches almost perfectly to coopers specs, so i was looking forward to seeing whether i could deliver from a shooter perspective. There have been many traditional hunting rifles that have been semi auto. Merry auraximas as daybreak release festive update for. Jul 01, 2010 until bob cashner published the first edition of poor mans scout rifle in 2003, owning a scout utility rifle was impractical for most people.
The scout rifle is very much a product of its time. Educate consumers on the scout concept, available rifles, optics, and accessories, through various media outlets. Sniper rifle vs scout rifle vs battle rifle planetside. Also referred to as the scout survival, the scout rfr is the rimfire version of the scout, with three caliber choices of.
Item image class obtention beretta m9 shop beretta m93r rare browning high power default calico m950 ultra rare christmas firecracker event colt python elite ultra rare cz 75 auto warbox cz 75 czechmate parrot warbox daewoo k5 shop desert eagle warbox fn fiveseven ultra rare glock 18c warbox gunglove. Reviewing the soas20, af18 stalker, and artemis vx26, the automatic scout rifles for the infiltrator class in planetside 2. So far as i can tell, its like somebody took all the worst parts of smgs and semi auto scout rifles, and combined them into an underwhelming. Planetside 2 update adds activatable knives and spitfire autoturrets for engineers a new update to the neverending war game that is planetside 2, has seen numerous new additions, as well as a. And youre right, the above reason, in itself, is not enough to determine that a scout rifle is the wrong way to go. Ballistic table helps to compensate for bullet drop while doing long range sniping, especially with a suppressor. This page was last edited on 2 september 2012, at 23. Refire from 92ms to 91ms removed recoil scaling over time recoil settle rate from to 16 semiauto first shot recoil multiplier from 2 to 1 ammo capacity from 400. Plus, the scout concept wasnt meant to be a fighting rifle, tho it was envisioned in the original concept, but a do it all rifle.
Grabbing the full auto scout rifles are a complete waste. More information can be found in the video description. It is a new addition to the lineup, formally introduced in the 2017 shot show. Usually i use 1x scope, but for some reason 4x gave me best feeling with scout rifles, both auto and semi auto. Infiltrators handbook semi auto sniper and scout rifle breakdown thekoolaidline. This instruction manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care for. Stalker cloak does not drain energy as long as the infiltrator remains stationary, allowing the cloak to last indefinitely. Semiauto rifles come default with any infantry or paratrooper. Once you and your friend are done racking up kills and receiving the bad enough dudes award from the president of your empire, consider moving to. Granted, the scout rifles 20round clip is a limitation, but that just makes me aim better and be more conservative with my shots. I even used a scout rifle once as a backup to a precision remington pss tactical rifle in a police rifle instructors course.
You can find general tips on using planetside 2 weapons in the gunplay guide and some infiltratorspecific tips in the infiltrator guide. Dec 05, 2015 plus, the scout concept wasnt meant to be a fighting rifle, tho it was envisioned in the original concept, but a do it all rifle. Planetside 2 update adds activatable knives and spitfire. Compared to other precision weapons, like scout and battle rifles, sniper. Mod categories at fallout 4 nexus mods and community. The only difference between the ar10 and the gsr is the action. Semi auto scout rifles are precision weapons with good mobility, and they focus on taking out enemies with several headshots at mediumlong. The answer to this is due to the type of cloaking youre using. Expose manufacturers to scout rifle aficionados, in an effort to enhance commercial and custom offerings. Usually i use 1x scope, but for some reason 4x gave me best feeling with scout rifles, both auto and semiauto.
What are you going to do with the rugergunsite scout. I personally prefer using my hunter cloak and move from cover to cover and engage long range enemies since it proved to give me higher survivability when i use the scout rifle, thats why i suggested the scout as my main choice. Additional changes to muzzle velocity, accuracy, ect. Think of it as a combat rifle redesigned for fast handling in confined environments. Despite looking different, scout rifles are perfectly mirrored between factions. Another officers rifle crapped out, and i lent him my pss. They can move inside enemy territory with ease, allowing them to scout out enemy compositions and relay that. Mar, 2017 however, there is one type of rifle designed with excruciating detail that fits a spectrum of uses, meant to be the one rifle you would have if you could only have just one rifle. Iirc, the semi auto sniper rifles take one less shot to kill someone wo nano from 20100m or with nano 5 from 30m. Its generally easier to hold down the mouse button than it is to click repeatedly. The scout rifle provides more than enough firepower to deal with my enemies with the advantage of lowzoom optics for closequarters combat, and the semi auto means missing shots is far less fatal then with a boltaction. Suggestion full auto rifle for scout battlefield forums. While it doesnt fit jeff coopers definition of a scout rifle to a t, the semiautomatic m1a scout squad definitely takes some cues from the traditional scout rifle with its short 18inch barrel and forwardmounted scope rail. Vertical fov of 74 degrees markings on the left show the height of standard infantry target at 200m and 250m.
Battle rifle is very similar but it can only be used by heavy, so if you prefer going rambo, get the battle rifle. However, there is one type of rifle designed with excruciating detail that fits a spectrum of uses, meant to be the one rifle you would have if you could only have just one rifle. In july, a group of writers, firearm manufacturers and private students met at gunsite academy near paulden, ariz. If scout had a full auto rifle could drop half health half ammo crates no one would play support or medic it would be all assault and all scout and none of the scouts would use their damn spot flares. Automatic scout rifles soas20, af18 stalker, artemis vx26. Just like you said, auto rifles will still bring you down at range, even if you get the jump on them. Scout rifles are used primarily by infiltrators for taking objectives, hacking, scouting, or frequently finding themselves in headtohead combat. The weaponsequipment usable by each soldier is divided into 4 categories. A lowerrecoil, slightly fasterfiring than a semi auto sniper rifle semi auto scout rifle with a magsize of 12 bullets. Semi auto rifle forum semi auto rifle topics and discussions. Ns30 vandal is an amazing common pool semiauto scout rifle for the infiltrator class.
Ammunition choices for the m16a2 consisted of varmit loads and xm193. Close combat weapons firearms this page explosives equipment. However, theres another factor that, when combined with the above, makes me say no to a scout rifle. The description and product image may represent a general group of products. If your mission calls for optics, the socom 16 features springfield armorys forward scout style picatinny mount. Automatic scout rifles soas20, af18 stalker, artemis.
Using common tools and easytocomeby parts, cashner showed the average shooter how to fashion his own homebuilt scouts from a variety of triedand. But with the foregrip, reflex and suppressor the scout rifle is amazing. Oct 01, 2017 if scout had a full auto rifle could drop half health half ammo crates no one would play support or medic it would be all assault and all scout and none of the scouts. Game content and materials are trademarks and s of their respective publisher and its licensors. We encourage you to only order items that you know can legally be purchased in your. Its a semiautomatic with the options of a scope between 1x6x.
Take a look inside to learn how to get a free planetside 2 weapon. The other thread about the smgstyle scout rifles is a little overrun, but honestly, just get better with your pistol. To use it you will have to install recursion stat tracker with a crosshair overlay module. I then used a remington 700 with a burris 2 34x scout scope that has given 34 minute groups now and then to finish out the course. I topped this rifle with hiluxleatherwoods newest longeye relief variable power 27 scout rifle scope exactly where cooper intended. Full auto scout rifles are medium range ambush weapons, and handle like weak assault rifles.
Semiauto scout rifles discussion in infiltrator started by delbaeth, jan 27. Item image class obtention beretta m9 shop beretta m93r rare browning high power default calico m950 ultra rare christmas firecracker event colt python elite ultra rare cz 75auto warbox cz 75 czechmate parrot warbox daewoo k5 shop desert eagle warbox fn fiveseven ultra rare glock 18c warbox gunglove. Ive been using the semi auto scout rifle hsr1 for a while, but i figured id grab the mid range bolt action and see how i liked it. Play planetside 2 for free, get a free starter kit.
There are many other vehicles and classes that are effective when doubled, and i strongly urge you to experiment with as many as you can. A lowerrecoil, slightly fasterfiring than a semiauto sniper rifle semiauto scout rifle with a magsize of 12 bullets. About the movement, i remember my best run when there was 3way fight at the crown. Jan 03, 2011 i even used a scout rifle once as a backup to a precision remington pss tactical rifle in a police rifle instructors course. Until bob cashner published the first edition of poor mans scout rifle in 2003, owning a scoututility rifle was impractical for most people. Most can be modded for higher rof, a 2hit kill, or have a scope mounted. Merry auraximas as daybreak release festive update for planetside 2 while the guns may not fall silent for a holiday truce, the world of auraxis still celebrates something during the winter period.
Semiauto rifles were mainly limited to heavy battle rifles m14, fal, g3, the m16a2, or the ak47. A bolt gun still has some advantages, especially in the backcountry, as theyre generally less complicated, with less to break. I would like a rifle that can be used for hunting and shtf. Gunsite academy to host scout rifle conference in july. Id much rather have the scout rifle than my semiauto pistol. It is intended to fill the role of a versatile, lightweight allaround rifle as specified in jeff coopers scout rifle concept. Sep 28, 2015 the scout rifle provides more than enough firepower to deal with my enemies with the advantage of lowzoom optics for closequarters combat, and the semi auto means missing shots is far less fatal then with a boltaction. Below you will find a list of discussions in the semi auto rifles forums at the gunner forum. There have been many traditional hunting rifles that have been semiauto.
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