I guess the problem with the SIG is that no matter how you cut it it's a redundant weapon in the armory. The 551 is basically the same as the M4A1 but without an M203 or SOPMOD kit. The 552 is basically the same as the G36C (same barrel length, same see-through, clip-together mags). The 550 is basically the same as the M16A2, but with the minor advantage of full auto.
I suppose if the M4 was switched to the CAR-15 the 11.5 inch barrel would atleast be somewhat different from the 14" SIG and the 9" G36C, but I assume most people would not want to lose the accessorization and modernity that the M4A1 brings. I personally wouldn't miss the M4 since I've used it in every other shooter out there, but I assume I'm in the minority. Shame to see the SIG go, but unless people consider full auto on a 20" AR a big difference from the M16, I don't see how it'll make it to the next version of Inf.
Oh yeah, and as far as mil-specness goes, the SG 551 is not a non-military weapon, just the 551-SWAT is. But besides that the G36C was designed as a Law Enforcement weapon as well, so I don't think it's a big issue.
I suppose if the M4 was switched to the CAR-15 the 11.5 inch barrel would atleast be somewhat different from the 14" SIG and the 9" G36C, but I assume most people would not want to lose the accessorization and modernity that the M4A1 brings. I personally wouldn't miss the M4 since I've used it in every other shooter out there, but I assume I'm in the minority. Shame to see the SIG go, but unless people consider full auto on a 20" AR a big difference from the M16, I don't see how it'll make it to the next version of Inf.
Oh yeah, and as far as mil-specness goes, the SG 551 is not a non-military weapon, just the 551-SWAT is. But besides that the G36C was designed as a Law Enforcement weapon as well, so I don't think it's a big issue.