“	A high-caliber submachine gun which can be fired with one hand. Has a relatively low rate of fire.	„
	~ Armory Description

The SMG-37 Defender is a side-loaded open bolt submachine gun unlocked early on and is the most viable one-handed weapon for all combat situations. It is equipped with a reflex red dot and a flashlight laser combo.

The weapon can be found on the 3rd page of the Warbond: Helldivers Mobilize for 15 Medals.

Gameplay

Role:

The Defender is the most versatile weapon to use while carrying a Hard Drive or wielding a Ballistic Shield. The SMG is very lightweight and the one-handed trait allows you to shoot over your shoulder without a movement penalty if a tactical reposition is necessary. Boasting a high damage and lower rate of fire allows the Defender to engage from close to medium range, eliminating Scavengers and Commissars with one shot while being able to place accurate headshots to a Devastator from a safe distance.

Attachments

Note: Base stats are taken from the weapon with its default sight and magazine attachment equipped, along with no muzzle or underbarrel attachment equipped.