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One of the best SMGs is here, so read this article to see how to get and use the SMG-72 Pummeler in Helldivers 2.
With so many Primary Weapons to choose from, each Helldivers 2 player will find something to their liking. You have the Assault Rifles, Shotguns, more exotic Explosive and Energy-Based Weapons, and the classic SMGs. SMGs have a weird place in the game. They are mostly “ok”, but rarely a weapon of choice for the majority of players. The ability to use the SMG one-handed is not enough to entice players to choose them instead of something more powerful. That is until the SMG-72 Pummeler arrived. This new SMG combines the stats of an Assault Rifle, the One Handed trait, and staggering shots. So, let’s see all there is to know about it. Keep reading to learn how to get and use the SMG-72 Pummeler in Helldivers 2.
How to Get the SMG-72 Pummeler in Helldivers 2
SMG-72 Pummeler is one of the Primary Weapons in the Polar Patriots Warbond. It is on the second page and it costs 60 Medals to unlock it. You first have to unlock the Warbond (costing 1000 Super Credits) if you haven’t already done so.
The stats for SMG-72 Pummeler are:
- Damage – 65
- Capacity – 45
- Recoil – 10
- Fire Rate – 475
- Weapon Traits: Light Armor Penetrating, One Handed
How to Use SMG-72 Pummeler
First, to use the Pummeler, you have to select it as your Primary Weapon, either in the Armory or during the Loadout phase.
The Pummeler is a powerful SMG, so let’s start with the basics. It deals slightly more damage than the standard Liberator, has seven mags in total, and is a One Handed weapon, meaning that you can carry a Ballistic Shield or an SSSD in the other hand, and still use the Pummeler effectively.
As for the weapon options, you have the option of turning the Flashlight on and off, and you can choose between three firing modes: Auto, Semi, and Burst. Usually, you will stick with the standard Auto-fire mode.
The best feature of SMG-72 Pummeler is the stagger (hence the name). Pummeler’s shots will practically stop the enemies in their tracks. Note that due to it only having Light Armor Penetrating, the shots will bounce off Medium and Heavy armor. But, against tough but Light armored enemies (like Brood Commanders and Bile Spewers), the Pummeler will basically “stun-lock” the target until destroyed. It is great for slowing down Terminid waves (pair it with an Incendiary Grenade for maximum effect), while your team deals with the armored bugs.
While not as great again Automatons (due to them usually having Medium Armor), you can pair the Pummeler with a Ballistic Shield, for added protection. This will make you the perfect “point-man” when entering those confined Bot Outposts. Additionally, the Pummeler is great for slowing down Berserkers, who can take a lot of damage but have their insides exposed.
In summary, the SMG-72 Pummeler is the best SMG in Helldivers 2. It has a slower rate of fire than others, which is a surprisingly good thing, ie, it will not use up all its ammo in a single firefight. It is a great team weapon, due to the stagger it inflicts, which leaves enemies vulnerable to your teammates’ fire. All in all, one of the better Primary Weapon choices out there.