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MXpanded - 6.5 Caseless Ammuntion Expansion [Still Works as of Dec 2022]

As of Dec 2022, I no longer play Arma 3 like I used to but this mod should still work. If you'd like to edit this mod, let me know and credit me. It still functions as intended from my experience.


The goal of this mod is to expand on the MX series rifles starting with additional ammunition types based on real world 6.5 Grendel loads.

=What it adds=

6.5 GPC - This is based on the idea of a General Purpose Cartridge or GPC that the US has tried to achieve many times. I based it on the 5.56mm M855A1 and 7.62mm M80A1 NATO rounds of modern-day, probably the closest thing we have to GPC's. The 6.5 GPC is a 107gr (6.9g) projectile with a steel arrowhead penetrator. Muzzle Velocity is ~823m/s out of the MXM's 18-inch barrel. The GPC is available in all 30rnd and 100rnd mag options in addition to 200Rnd Belt for the MK200.

6.5 SPC - The Special Purpose Cartridge or SPC is ideal for longer ranges and is excellent against soft targets. I wanted this to fill the same role as the 5.56mm Mk262 round. It uses a 123gr Sierra Match King bullet with a muzzle velocity of about ~750m/s out of an 18" barrel. This only comes in 30-round mags as it's intended for use by designated marksmen.

6.5 SOST - Based on the MK318 SOST in 5.56, the 6.5 SOST uses a 113gr OTM projectile, similar to the 6.5 SPC. The SOST has superior penetration capabilities compared to the SPC at the expense of being less effective on soft targets. In a nutshell, it's the middle ground between the GPC and SPC.

In addition to new rounds, the MX rifles now actually use the proper muzzle velocity according to what round is loaded and their barrel length.

=To-do=
6.5 AP - 113gr(7.3g) with Tungsten-Carbide penetrator. Similar ballistics to the 6.5 GPC. (The Hit value and caliber(penetration) will change.)
Artwork
20Rnd 6.5 Mags - A low profile mag option for the MXM. This borders being on the wishlist but I'm going to attempt it.

=Wishlist=
I don't know how to mess with models but I can dream.
6.5 Subsonic - I want to look into creating an integrally suppressed variant for the MX series for this round.
[MX Variants -
Integrally suppressed MX
MX PDW
Vertical foregrip as accessory

This is my first attempt at Arma 3 modding. Hopefully, you enjoy it.

=Compatibility=

This is not compatible with ACE3 at the moment. I do plan on working on adding that eventually. I'm going to have to learn how to do that and find the time first.


My Thanks to:
The ACE3 and RHS teams for their great mods and for inspiring me to develop this one.
Spartan0536 for answering my endless questions.
Jarrad96 and the folks at /r/armadev for pointing me in the right direction.