M417

The HK417 is a German battle rifle manufactured by Heckler & Koch. It is a gas-operated, selective fire rifle with a rotating bolt and is essentially an enlarged M416. Chambered for the 7.62x51mm NATO round, it is intended for use as a designated marksman rifle, and in other roles where the greater penetrative power and range of the 7.62mm round are required. It has been adopted for service by a number of armed forces, special forces, and police organizations.

Battlefield 3: Close Quarters
In Battlefield 3: Close Quarters, the M417 is issued to the Recon Kit. It was shown to the public in the "Close Quarters Donya Fortress Gameplay Trailer" through the killfeed, as well as being seen in third person, fitted with a Holographic Sight and a Suppressor. Judging by its background and magazine size, it could be an American-themed equivalent to the SKS.

To obtain the M417, players must complete the Team Player assignment. The requirements for this assignment are:
 * 10 T-UGS assists
 * Capture 20 flags