Carbine

A Carbine is a firearm that is similar to, but shorter than many rifles such as an Assault Rifle. They utilize the same type of ammunition and fire at a lower rotational velocity due to a shorter barrel length, giving them the advantage of standardization over PDWs which require proprietary cartridges.

The smaller size and lighter weight of carbines makes them easier to handle in close-quarter situations such as urban engagements, when deploying from military vehicles, or in any situation where space is confined. The disadvantages of carbines relative to rifles include inferior long-range accuracy and a shorter effective range. Larger than a Submachine gun, they are harder to maneuver in tight encounters where superior range and stopping powerat distance are not great considerations.

The are featured in many installments in the Battlefield Series.