Custom SMG
Custom SMG
The Custom SMG is a mid-game submachine gun in Rust designed to offer a high rate of fire using pistol ammunition. It features a large magazine and fires faster than many other early automatic weapons, allowing for sustained pressure in close-range fights.
Despite its fast fire rate, the Custom SMG suffers from poor accuracy and significant bullet drop. This makes it unreliable at medium range, as shots quickly lose precision and consistency. Compared to the Thompson, it deals slightly less damage per shot and requires closer positioning to be effective.
In practice, the Custom SMG performs best in close-quarters combat where volume of fire matters more than accuracy. Its ability to apply sustained damage can overwhelm lightly geared opponents, but missed shots and recoil can quickly drain magazines without achieving results.
Overall, the Custom SMG fills a transitional role between basic firearms and stronger automatic weapons. While it is outclassed later in progression, it can still be effective in aggressive playstyles that favor close-range engagements and constant pressure.
Damage and Stats
- Uses pistol ammunition
- High rate of fire
- Large magazine capacity
- Significant bullet drop
- Reduced accuracy at range
Recommended Usage
- Close-range PvP combat
- Aggressive early to mid-game roaming
- Indoor fights and confined spaces
- Situations where sustained fire is preferred
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Very fast rate of fire
- Large magazine allows sustained pressure
- Effective against lightly geared opponents at close range
Cons
- Poor accuracy at medium range
- Significant bullet drop
- Less damage per shot compared to other SMGs