Weapons of SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs series

The SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs series, made by Zipper Interactive, has focused on an authentic arsenal of weapons used by the US Navy SEALs and foreign-made weapons in wide use by [...] organizations. The weapons are not only designed to look like the real life weapons, but their performance characteristics are also very similar, such as rafe of fire, accuracy, and reload time.

Weapons comparison

The following is a list of weapons available in the game and their real-life counterparts.

SOCOM 3

SEAL weapons

• M14 - designed in the late 1950s and used heavily in the arly Vietnam years, the M14 is a powerful battle-rifle with heavy recoil.
• M16A2 - in the later years of Vietnam, the M14 was gradually replaced by the lighter M16 in many of its roles.
• M4A1 - a shorter and lighter version of the M16, the M4 is designed for close-quarters combat, and its light weight makes it a good weapon of choice for special operations.
• M8 - the XM8 rifle project was intended to become The New standard infantry rifle of the United States army. While it was put on hold in mid-2005, it was still alive at the time of SOCOM 3's release on October 11, 2005. The program would be cancelled only 19 days after the game's release, meaning it would not become the M8 in production as the video-games designers had assumed.
• HK36 - real-life counterpart is the HK made G36
• IW-80 A2 - the game version of the SA80, it is the current primary infantry weapon of the British army.
• Mk .48
• M60 E3 - whether carried or vehicle-mounted, it is still in service by all branches of the US military despite it being a half-century old.
• M1014 Joint Service Shotgun
• 12 Gauge Pump
• M87ELR
• M40A1
• L96 SAW
• MP5
• MP7

[...] weapons

• M16A2
• STG - the Steyr AUG, an atypical design which integrates the scope, is a good economical rifle that is the main rifle of Ausria, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Luxembourg.
• AK-47
• RTK-74
• TA 12 GAUGE PUMP
• AG-94

Weapon Specifications SEAL Weapons

M8 Classification: Assault rifle Information: The M8 is the standard next-generation assault rifle for US forces. Extremely light-weight and completely modular, this is one of the deadliest assault rifles in the world. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Bipod 1, GL-36 Frag, ZX25 Airburst.

M14 Classification: Assault rifle Information: Excessive weight and the lack of selective fire makes the M14 outdated in comparison to more modern assault rifles. It makes up for these weaknesses by offering excellent accuracy and range. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Bipod 3, Rifle laser.

M16A2 Classification: Assault rifle Information: A standard-infantry rifle with the US armed forces, the M16A2 is among the best assault rifles in the world. It is highly accurate, even at long range. Attachments available: M203 frag, M203 smoke, M203 HE, M203 red smoke, Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Rifle laser.

M4A1 Classification: Assault rifle Information: A shorter, lighter version of the M16A2, the M4A1 has high accuracy and good firepower, but has a shorter effective range than other rifles in its class, and because of overheating is less reliable. Attachments available: M203 frag, M203 smoke, M203 HE, M203 red smoke, Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Suppressor 1, Suppressor 2, Front grip, Rifle laser.

M4-90 Classification: Shotgun Information: The M4-90 in the US military's newest tactical shotgun, Magazine- fed and semi-automatic, this otherwise excellent weapon is handicapped by small magazine size, meaning more reloads. Attachments available: Slug Ammo, Rifle Laser.

12 Gauge Pump Classification: Shotgun Information: A popular pump-action shotgun, the 12 gauge has maximum stopping power, but suffers from limited range and penetration. Attachments available: Slug Ammo, Rifle Laser.

M40A1 Classification: Sniper Information: Known for its deadly accuracy, this bolt-action sniper rifle is hand-made by the armorers of the Marine Corps Marksmanship Training Unit at Quantico, Virginia. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Bipod 3.

M87ELR Classification: Sniper Information: This bolt-action, anti-material sniper rifle is both accurate and powerful, able to punch holes in light armor and soft targets with ease. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Bipod 3.

M60E3 Classification: Machine gun Information: This lightweight version of the M60 is a general purpose machine gun with great range and a steady rate of fire. The US military is phasing it out, however, because of recurring technical problems. Attachments available: Bipod 2.

MK .48 Classification: Machine gun Information: Because it was developed for US Special Forces operations, the MK. 48 is lighter and delivers more firepower than the M60E3 or the ATK-74, but has a shorter effective range. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Bipod 1, Rifle laser, Front grip.

AT-4 Classification: Explosives Information: At just under 15 pounds, this lightweight shoulder-fired, single- shot, recoilless rocket launcher delivers an 84mm High-Explosive Anti-Armor warhead capable of penetrating most armored vehicles.

HE Grenade Classification: Explosives Information: The destruction caused by this High Explosive grenade comes from the concessive force of the explosion, which damages objects and personnel within the blast radius.

M67 Grenade Classification: Explosives Information: This fragmentation grenade sends out a powerful blast of shrapnel upon detonation, making it an area-effect weapon with high lethality.

Flashbang Classification: Explosives Information: Also known as a stun grenade, this non-lethal device is designed to incapacitate its target through blinding light and loud noise.

Smoke Grenade Classification: Explosives Information: This grenade creates a large cloud of white smoke when activated, and can be used to signal other units or screen movement.

Claymore Classification: Explosives Information: A lethal anti-personnel weapon, the Claymore mine uses C4 to project a fan-shaped blast of 700 steel pellets in a 10 meter casually radius.

Mark 23 Classification: Handgun Information: Developed by request of US Special Operations Command, the Mark 23 is more powerful than most pistols available, but also heavier. Attachments available: Suppressor, Pistol laser.

HK5 Classification: Sub-machine gun Information: Used by military and police forces in over 50 countries, the HK5 is unparalleled in both single-shot accuracy and modularity, which makes it ideal for close quarters combat and counter-[...] operations. Attachments available: Red dot scope, Suppressor 2, Rifle laser.

[...] Weapons

Desert Eagle .50 Classification: Handgun Information: This. 50 caliber gas-operated sidearm is one of the most powerful and heaviest handguns ever made. Attachments available: Pistol laser.

F57 Classification: Handgun Information: The powerful F57 can penetrate body armor without sacrificing accuracy, and its large magazine makes up for a slow rate of fire. Attachments available: Suppressor, Pistol laser.

Model 18 Classification: Handgun Information: With single shot and full automatic modes, the Model 18 is a versatile "point and shoot" sidearm with plenty of firepower. Attachments available: Suppressor, Pistol laser.

9mm Sub Classification: Sub-machine gun Information: By far the most popular SMG in the world, this weapon is small, lightweight, and has a fast rate of fire, requiring frequent reloading. Attachments available: Suppressor 1, Rifle laser.

F90 Classification: Sub-machine gun Information: The power of the F90 submachine gun is eclipsed only by that of the HK7, and it boasts the largest magazine capacity, meaning less frequent reloading. Attachments available: Suppressor 1.

AG-94 Classification: Assault rifle Information: A replacement for the aging Ak-47, the AG-94 has virtually no recoil and a much faster rate of fire than the AK-47, making it extremely lethal. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Rifle laser.

RA-14 Classification: Assault rifle Information: Developed especially for Spetsnaz, the RA-14 accepts a wide range of attachments and is the only rifle to share ammunition with the AK-47. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Suppressor 1, Front grip, GL-36 frag.

AK-47 Classification: Assault rifle Information: The most profolic assault rifle of the 20th century, the sturdy AK-47 stands out for its reliability in adverse conditions, but heavy recoil and a slow fire rate make it less than ideal weapon. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, 4x scope, GL-36 frag, Rifle laser.

ATK-74 Classification: Assault rifle Information: Still in use by the Russian army, this lightweight machine gun version of the AK-47 uses the same ammunition, but is hampered by a small magazine and low firepower. Attachments available: Low scope, Medium scope, 4x scope, Bipod 1, Rifle laser.

552 Classification: Assault rifle Information: Although not as light-weight and modular as the HK36, the 552 belongs to the same class of compact assault rifles and is capable of high rates of fire. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, Red dot scope, 4x scope, Suppressor 1, Front grip, Rifle laser.

TA 12 Gauge Classification: Shotgun Information: A favorite of special forces units. the TA 12 gauge has good firepower and is available as a pump action or semi-automatic, but its heavy weight can hamper mobility in battle. Attachments available: Rifle laser, Slug ammo.

M82A1A Classification: Sniper Information: Using powerful .50 BMG ammunition, the M82A1A is an anti- material, heavy sniper rifle, effective against light armor and targets behind cover. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Bipod 2.

SASR Classification: Sniper Information: Based on the Kalashnikov family of weapons, the SASR benefits from being lightweight, accurate, and extremely reliable. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Suppressor 1.

RPG-7 Classification: Explosives Information: Slightly heavier than the At-4, this shoulder-fired, single-shot, recoilless rocket launcher delivers an 85mm shaped charge warhead capable of penetrating all known armor.

HE Grenade Classification: Explosives Information: The destruction caused by this High Explosive grenade comes from the concessive force of the explosion, which damages objects and personnel within the blast radius.

M67 Grenade Classification: Explosives Information: This fragmentation grenade sends out a powerful blast of shrapnel upon detonation, making it an area-effect weapon with high lethality.

Flashbang Classification: Explosives Information: Also known as a stun grenade, this non-lethal device is designed to incapacitate its target through blinding light and loud noise.

Smoke Grenade Classification: Explosives Information: This grenade creates a large cloud of white smoke when activated, and can be used to signal other units or screen movement.

PMN Mine Classification: Explosives Information: Pressure-sensitive, this anti-personnel weapon inflicts damage via blast effect, and projects secondary fragmentation up to 10 meters from the blast zone.

Grom Weapons

SR-25 Classification: Sniper Information: Regarded as one of the most accurate sniper rifles in the world, the SR-25 was originally constructed to meet the demanding requirements of the US NAVY SEALs. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Bipod 3, Suppressor 1.

SBS Weapons

L96AW Classification: Sniper Information: Developed for the British Army and regarded as one of the best sniper rifles in the world today, the L96AW has excellent accuracy, especially when fired from the prone position. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, 4x scope, 12x scope, Bipod 3.

Other Weapons

IW-80-A2 Classification: The IW-80-A2 is used by the British Army, and while an extremely accurate assault rifle, is quite heavy and suffers from excessive recoil in sustained fire. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, 4x scope, Red dot scope, Suppressor 1, Front grip.

STG 77 Classification: Developed for the Austrian Army, the STG 77 is shorter and lighter than most other assault rifles. A fairly accurate weapon, its excellent ergonomics make it easy to carry and aim. Attachments available: Thermal scope, Low scope, Medium scope, High scope, 4x scope, Red dot scope, Suppressor 1.