Heckler & Koch G3

"-RK800ConnorMkI''"

Description
The G3, (Gewehr 3), is a Battle Rifle chambered in 7.62x51mm. The cartridge packs a punch, dealing heavy damage anywhere on a target, accompanied by a high amount of recoil.

In-game, the G3 has an approximate fire rate of 110 RPM and a magazine capacity of 20. While the slow fire rate can hamper its ability to efficiently deal damage in a short amount of time, it does help to offset the weapon's high accuracy penalty under sustained fire.

3 headshots are all it takes to down a target, resulting in a total of 6 possible eliminations per magazine.

Its reload lasts for about 3.2 seconds

Common Mistakes
While the rifle may be full auto, this functionality is often what dooms those who wield it. When faced with a close quarters engagement, newer players will tend to hold the trigger down, draining the magazine, and leaving them vulnerable to counterattack. In addition, the slow fire rate makes spraying and praying less effective, as the time between shots means many of them can be fired while off target.

The high camera recoil can be a hinderance when firing continuously at longer ranges.

Due to the G3's long reload and relatively low magazine capacity, players can quickly be overwhelmed by aggressive techniques.

Techniques
The G3 excels at being what it is: A Battle Rifle. Firing single shots or two-round bursts makes great use of the high first-shot accuracy while keeping the rate of fire up.

G3 mains are quite rare, but can be a real threat at long range when given the opportunity. The high damage per shot means a few rounds can drain health quickly and send anyone on the receiving end behind the nearest solid object.

Always check your ammo count. If you're not in immediate danger, reload.

The G3 has a circular sight similar to the MP5, but with a much wider view area. However, the recoil can be a nuisance when using the iron sight. Using 3rd person locked will allow you to pick out your target during sustained fire when aiming down the sights.

Take advantage of its high first-shot accuracy, and try not to use the full auto.

Counters
If an enemy player is using a G3, push forward. Stay mobile, and they'll eventually empty their magazine, giving you an opening.

Don't rush a G3 in a choke point, they'll either take out a good chunk of your health, or take you out, instead.

Pros

 * High headshot damage of 79
 * Good for long choke points, and larger maps
 * High spread is offset by fire rate and low bloom reset time

Cons

 * Low rate of fire
 * Camera shake
 * Slow reload

Trivia
The G3 was released in the G3 update on 3rd July 2021.