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Originally Posted by peter12
Yeah, but German infantry manuals recommended a barrel change after every 250 rounds because the barrel couldn't stand prolonged fire at that rate. The gun also didn't have a quick release handle, the fire team had to carry a large asbestos mitt to switch the barrel.
EDIT: The German squad only carried 6 spare barrels so unless the gun was in a defensive position, you've only got 1250 rounds to play with.
If I was a German on the high ground around Caen, I would want the MG42. If I'm a Canadian infantry section rapidly on the move trying to take that high ground, I might want the Bren.
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Peter the MG42 was lighter than the C6 which is currently used in the dismounted role all the time. I will say a C6 in SF configuration is a sweet weapon system and will create all types of trouble.
There is something to be said for the lineage of the MG42, most modern armies use a belt fed man portable machine gun. Could it be that these are a better option or could it be that the Indians have discovered a Bren gun secret.