Searched the forum and the compiled suggestions thread. Surprised this was never mentioned anywhere. (This can be merged with a weapon addition thread if such a thread exists)
DPM anyone? (Pics in the link)
"Based on experience gained during the first part of WW2, DP was modernized to the DPM configuration. The key improvement was that recoil spring was relocated to the rear part of the bolt, and a receiver extension was added behind the receiver to contain the spring. This mandated a redesigned stock with pistol grip instead of previous semi-pistol stock. Some other improvements were also made, most notably the more sturdy bipods and a manual safety, and DPM was carried by the Soviet troops through the rest of the WW2."
But three reasons that would hold it back from being added are:
1) Was it widely available? (There is no mention of numbers produced/used in WW2 in the full article that I linked, nor in the History and Tactics guide)
2) Does its improvements actually effect game play (are its benefits only minor, like how the PPSh-41 is to the PPD-40)?
3) It would only be available in 44-45 year maps.
I suggest this because the Germans get two of almost every weapon type in RO (2 SMG's, 2 MG's, 2 Semi-auto rifles, and 2 Pistols). Though the differences range from large to small, hopefully the DPM would have enough differences/advantages from the DP to have a purpose (in the part I quoted it does say the recoil spring was "improved", does that mean less recoil?).
DPM anyone? (Pics in the link)
"Based on experience gained during the first part of WW2, DP was modernized to the DPM configuration. The key improvement was that recoil spring was relocated to the rear part of the bolt, and a receiver extension was added behind the receiver to contain the spring. This mandated a redesigned stock with pistol grip instead of previous semi-pistol stock. Some other improvements were also made, most notably the more sturdy bipods and a manual safety, and DPM was carried by the Soviet troops through the rest of the WW2."
But three reasons that would hold it back from being added are:
1) Was it widely available? (There is no mention of numbers produced/used in WW2 in the full article that I linked, nor in the History and Tactics guide)
2) Does its improvements actually effect game play (are its benefits only minor, like how the PPSh-41 is to the PPD-40)?
3) It would only be available in 44-45 year maps.
I suggest this because the Germans get two of almost every weapon type in RO (2 SMG's, 2 MG's, 2 Semi-auto rifles, and 2 Pistols). Though the differences range from large to small, hopefully the DPM would have enough differences/advantages from the DP to have a purpose (in the part I quoted it does say the recoil spring was "improved", does that mean less recoil?).
