SMG-37 Defender
Battle report curated from Super Earth field data. Review performance metrics, recommended stratagems, and optimal attachments for upcoming deployments.
Combat Profile
Primary performance stats captured from the Helldivers 2 arsenal database
Damage
45
Capacity
45
Fire Rate
800 RPM
Reload
1.5s
Recoil
8
Role & Tier
Suggested squad role and threat response planning
Operational Tier
C-Tier
Unlock Condition
Default
Recommended Stratagem Pairings
- Eagle support or orbital strikes to complement its damage profile.
- Defensive stratagems like Shield Generator Relay for prolonged engagements.
- Utility call-ins (Resupply, Guard Dog) to cover magazine and support gaps.
Compatible Attachments
Mix and match components to optimize for your mission parameters
Extended Magazine
Magazine
Increases ammunition capacity at the cost of reload speed.
Red Dot Sight
Optics
Improves target acquisition and accuracy.
Tactical Grip
Grip
Reduces recoil and improves weapon stability.
Laser Sight
Targeting
Improves hip-fire accuracy and target acquisition.
Suppressor
Muzzle
Reduces noise and muzzle flash at the cost of damage.
Field Notes
Situational tactics to maximize efficiency
Target Priorities
Focus on enemies vulnerable to light penetration. Rotate secondary stratagems to cover its blind spots.
Squad Synergy
Pair with Helldivers carrying heavy anti-armor or crowd-control tools to maintain balance across mission objectives.
Extraction Tips
Coordinate resupply drops before calling extraction. Use defensive stratagems to protect the LZ while the weapon reloads.