Description
“ | The MG42 is the latest light machine gun of the German Army. With its very high rate of fire it is feared by infantry facing it. The high rate of fire also makes it hard to control, which is why it is mainly used from the prone position. | ” |
― Heroes & Generals |
History
The Maschinengewehr 42 (or MG42) is a recoil-operated air-cooled general purpose machine gun, designed and manufactured by Mauser. Chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser, the MG42 hosts a greater rate of fire over its predecessor, the MG34. The MG42 was significantly cheaper and much more reliable than its previous iteration, less prone to jamming, and more resistant to heat. The MG42 was capable of firing more sustained bursts of fire before barrel changes, and the rotating-bolt action was replaced with a roller-lock mechanism to make dust less likely to cause a weapon malfunction. The weapon was also half a kilogram lighter than the MG34 when unloaded.
The MG42 remained as the standard issue infantry machine gun for the remainder of World War II, and its reliable legacy carries over into today's German army Rheinmetall MG3 GPMG.
The Allied soldiers nicknamed it Hitler's Buzzsaw due to its high rate of fire.
Gameplay
Probably the strongest defensive weapon in the game, the MG42 combines extremely high rate of fire with good damage and can deal with big groups of enemies in a very short time. It isn't well-suited for close quarters because of its length and also isn't very accurate. Burst fire is advised at longer ranges due to very high recoil and the gun swaying side to side from long periods of automatic fire. (NOTE: You can fire the MG42 now while moving, however it is extremely inaccurate and isn't recommended).
This weapon is comparable to that of the MG34, just with an upgraded rate of fire (ROF). However, it's still worth buying, especially due to much better accuracy and sights.
Tips
- You can walk or crouch to hipfire while moving. Very useful when approaching corners or inside buildings.
- Your accuracy increases substantially if you crouch or go prone.
- Always fire from cover, and be mindful of enemy positions. Your gunfire and tracers make you a prime target for snipers.
- Coordinate with teammates! This machine gun shines on the battlefield when supported by friendly units.
- This weapon functions better in defensive roles or as fire support for offensive units.
- Use suppression, or covering fire. Spraying at enemies in defensive positions will force them into hiding, allowing your allies to move up.
- It is advisable to carry anti-personnel mines or frag grenades to help defend your position.
- Using the bipod will help further decrease recoil and increase accuracy (be mindful when using the bipod in grass since the grass will probably block your view)
- If you feel like the MG42 is uncontrollable try using the Tight Grip badge, if still uncontrollable try to pull the mouse down more as you shoot or increase your mouse sensitivity
Camouflage
Factory | Beech | Dark Walnut | Anodized Black |
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Price (Credits) | 3,400 | 16,000 | 116,000 |
Price (Gold) | 20 | 95 | 695 |
Ammunition
S.m.E. 7.92 ball | AMMUNITION | ||
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COST | 340 | 4 | |
COST PER SHOT | 0.17 | ||
FIELD MAINTENANCE LOAD | 0:00s | ||
DAMAGE | |||
RANGE | |||
PRECISION | |||
STABILITY | |||
RATE OF FIRE |
s.S. Patrone | AMMUNITION | ||
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COST | 1,500 | 17 | |
COST PER SHOT | 1.5 | ||
FIELD MAINTENANCE LOAD | 0:01s | ||
DAMAGE | |||
RANGE | |||
PRECISION | |||
STABILITY | |||
RATE OF FIRE |
Anschusspatrone s.S. | AMMUNITION | ||
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COST | 3,200 | 38 | |
COST PER SHOT | 6.4 | ||
FIELD MAINTENANCE LOAD | 0:15s | ||
DAMAGE | |||
RANGE | |||
PRECISION | |||
STABILITY | |||
RATE OF FIRE |
S.m.K.Hart | AMMUNITION | ||
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COST | 2,300 | 27 | |
COST PER SHOT | 2.3 | ||
FIELD MAINTENANCE LOAD | 0:10s | ||
DAMAGE | |||
RANGE | |||
PRECISION | |||
STABILITY | |||
RATE OF FIRE |
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Modifications[ | ]
Default | s.S.Patrone | Anschusspatrone s.S. | S.m.K.Hart | Field Adjusted Sights | Field Trigger Job | Heavy Bolt | Heavy Spring | Lightened Spring | Stainless Steel Barrel | Chrome Lined Barrel | |
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Cost per shot | 0.17 (Ammo) | 1.5 | 6.4 | 2.3 | 0.72182 | 0.9843 | 0.72182 | 0.63597 | 1.18116 | 0.30108 | 0.45276 |
Field Maintenance Load | 0:45s (Weapon) | 0:01s | 0:15s | 0:10s | 0:03s | 0:03s | 0:02s | 0:02s | 0:02s | 0:02s | 0:03s |
Damage Near | 29 | 31 | 33 | 34 | 30 | 30 | |||||
Damage Far | 25 | 26 | 28 | 23 | |||||||
Near Range | 45.44 | 55.38 | 75.26 | 36.21 | 49.98 | 41.8 | 49.98 | ||||
Far Range | 448 | 478.8 | 546 | 350 | 492.8 | 380.8 | 492.8 | ||||
Velocity | 749.76 | 749.76 | 749.76 | 749.76 | |||||||
Conefire | 0.25 | 0.275 | 0.2 | 0.3 | |||||||
Sway Stand Mode | 4 | 3.6 | 3.6 | ||||||||
Sway Crouch Mode | 1.7 | 1.53 | 1.53 | ||||||||
Sway Prone Mode | 0.4 | 0.36 | 0.36 | ||||||||
Sway Aim Modifier | 0.35 | 0.315 | 0.315 | ||||||||
Cone Contraction Per Sec | 0.9 | 0.99 | 0.99 | ||||||||
Camera Recoil Up | 2.07 | 3.105 | 3.105 | 4.14 | 2.2149 | 2.277 | 1.863 | ||||
Camera Recoil Right | 0.45 | 0.675 | 0.675 | 0.9 | 0.4815 | 0.495 | 0.405 | ||||
Camera Recoil Variance | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.428 | 0.44 | 0.36 | ||||
Rate of Fire | 1000 | 1075.27 | 909.09 | 909.09 | 1075.27 |
Storm of Bullets | |
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Part | Modification |
Ammunition | None |
Trigger | Field Trigger Job |
Barrel | None |
Internal | Lightened Spring |
Sight | None |
Other Equipment | None |
Recommended Badge | Tight Grip Gold |
Description | |
This build mods the Maschinengewehr 42 for RoF, instead of damage. |
Comments:
- Ammunition can be added to increase damage.
- A barrel can be added to increase damage.
Pros:
- Ludicrously High Rate of Fire
Cons:
- Very Expensive to Maintain
- Hard to control recoil
The Bullsh*t Build | |
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Part | Modification |
Ammunition | S.m.K. Hart |
Trigger | Field Trigger Job |
Barrel | Chrome Lined Barrel |
Internal | Lightened Spring |
Sight | None |
Other Equipment | None |
Recommended Badge | Pointer Quick Fire Gold or Tight Grip Gold |
Description | |
No Description Provided |
The Bullsh*t Build (Alternative) | |
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Part | Modification |
Ammunition | Anschusspatrone s.S. |
Trigger | Field Trigger Job |
Barrel | Chrome Lined Barrel |
Internal | Lightened Spring |
Sight | None |
Other Equipment | None |
Recommended Badge | Pointer Quick Fire Gold or Tight Grip Gold |
Description | |
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be an absolutely unstoppable CQB death machine?
Have you also ever thought about how it feels to lose control of your weapon while shooting? Now you can know both with this revolutiona- sorry, I mean, batsh*t insane build. |
Comments:
- Be careful to now bump your weapon against a wall due to its high length, as this will put the weapon out of action for a few moments, and that is a terrible thing to have happen to you in CQB.
- This is a joke build. It should not be attempted to be used in a competitive match or on large maps. Basically, use this on Skirmish to have fun, I suppose. If that is even possible with this build.
Pros:
- Ludicrously High Rate of Fire
- 3-hit kill agains Heavy Set Gold
Cons:
- Ultra Expensive to Maintain
- IMPOSSIBLE to control recoil.
Ranged Sprayer MG42 | |
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Part | Modification |
Ammunition | None |
Trigger | None |
Barrel | None |
Internal | Heavy Spring |
Sight | Field Adjusted Sight (Optional) |
Other Equipment | None |
Recommended Badge | Heavy Set Gold or Tight Grip Gold |
Description | |
This build mods the Maschinengewehr 42 to be able to be more accurate with automatic fire or in long or short bursts, depending on range. |
Comments:
- Ammunition can be added to increase damage.
- A barrel can be added to increase damage.
Pros:
- Relatively controllable recoil, especially when prone or crouched.
- Very cheap to maintain
Ranged Sprayer MG42 ver 2.0 | |
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Part | Modification |
Ammunition | None |
Trigger | None |
Barrel | Chrome Lined Barrel or Stainless Steel Barrel |
Internal | None |
Sight | Field Adjusted Sight |
Other Equipment | None |
Recommended Badge | Heavy Set + Tight Grip, or Dead Eye gold |
Description | |
This upgraded version of the build provides a more accurate and precision without sacrificing its signature RoF, which is crucial to fight against enemy at effective range. |
Comments:
- With this build, you can choose the barrel which suits you (stats shown are for Chrome Lined Barrel).
- This build doesn't lower the RoF, as you have already used tight grip or dead eye badge which still capable to eliminate enemies with short TTK while improved your range and accuracy.
Pros:
- Very cheap Repair Cost over the original one
- Improved range and accuracy which very useful for suppressing fire
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