Chauchat

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The Machine Rifle Model 1915 CSRG (French: Fusil Mitrailleur Modele 1915 CSRG), more commonly known as the Chauchat was the standard light machine gun for the French Army during World War I. It was one of the first light, automatic rifle-caliber weapons designed to be carried and fired by a single operator and an assistant, without a heavy tripod or a team of gunners, setting a precedent for several subsequent 20th-century firearm projects, being a portable, yet full-power automatic weapon built inexpensively and in very large numbers.

The Chauchat combined a pistol grip, an in-line stock, a detachable magazine, and a selective fire capability in a compact package of manageable weight for a single soldier. Furthermore, it could be routinely fired from the hip and while walking. However, its many design flaws resulted in its replacement in both US and later French service by the BAR 1918 and Mle 1924, respectively.

Battlefield 1
The Chauchat is a weapon introduced in Battlefield 1: They Shall Not Pass expansion for the Support class. Two variants are featured in the game.

Low Weight
"Equipped with a bipod, this basic LMG pattern will quickly regain accuracy due to lower weight."

- In-game Description

The Chauchat Low Weight is the default variant of the Chauchat. It is unlocked upon obtaining 50 kills with the Lewis Gun Suppressive and performing 75 resupplies.

Telescopic
"Equipped with a bipod and telescopic sight, this LMG pattern offers improved accuracy over long distance."

- In-game Description

The Chauchat Telescopic variant is unlocked upon obtaining 15 kills with the M1909 Benét–Mercié Telescopic as well as performing 10 kills with the Mortar.