Gatling Laser Info

[Fuxleep]

So the other day I realized the gatling laser doesn't slow your movement like the other heavy guns if you're not in PA. This has me wondering how viable a non-PA build would be with one of these and exactly what perks affect it. Is it actually governed by heavy-gunner perks? Does stabilized work? Do science perks work? Is this thing even classified as a heavy weapon in the game files? I'm sprinting across the wasteland with a fusion powered gatling laser like it's made of foam. Kind of silly but tons of fun. Any knowledge, tips, or advice about the weapon is appreciated.

[Eriskumma]

Both gatling laser and ultracite gatling laser use both heavy gun and science perks. They naturally benefit from Bloody Mess, Adrenaline, Nerd Rage etc perks too but Stabilized requires power armor to work.
They are somewhat useful without power armor but lack of Stabilized really hurts them. You can try compensating with low health and stealth, they are slightly less noisy than most heavy guns so it's possible to stay stealthy if keeping enough distance and there aren't other enemies near but that works mostly in outdoor public events and isn't really a reliable solution.