Yes, it is awful. However it is not a bug. If you'd like to adjust the DC-17m's stats to your liking please create a server suggestion.
For information wise, the DC-17m has a 2 | 0 accuracy rating which is 1 | 0'd to a regular DC-15A. Both weapons have an RPM of 650. The DC-17m has a damage rating of 38 whilst the DC-15A has a damage rating of 35. The range between the two weapons goes to .76 for the DC-15A (because it is more of a rifle with a longer barrel) and the DC-17m has a range of .67 because of its shorter barrel. Most of the statistics of the rifles come from cosmetic stat choices to better fit the scenario in which the weapon should be used, if you want to fight a long range battle use a long rifle, if you want to fight close quarters or even closer quarters, use a short rifle, shotgun, or a pistol.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me, but if you're looking to change the rifle's stats just do a server suggestion.
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