Part 55

Unlock and master the Winchester 1887 shotgun and the M1903 sniper rifle in Battlefield Hardline. Get tips on attachments, stats, and trophy requirements.

Alright, let's dive into some of the cooler, more classic weapons that have made their way into Battlefield Hardline. We're talking about the Winchester 1887 shotgun and the M1903 sniper rifle. These aren't your standard issue gear, but they pack a punch and come with some serious history.

The Winchester Model 1887 Shotgun

This iconic lever-action shotgun, designed by John Browning himself, is a real treat. It was first produced in 1887 and only saw about 65,000 units made before being replaced by the Model 1901. In Hardline, it's modeled with a '5+2' capacity – that means five shells in the tube, one in the chamber, and one in the carrier. Pretty neat, right?

If you manage to get 275 kills with the 1887, you'll snag the 'I'll be Back' trophy. Plus, if you equip both available attachments and fire it in hipfire or release your aim right after shooting, your character will do a slick one-handed flip-cocking action, just like Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2. It's a small detail, but it really adds to the coolness factor.

The M1903 Rifle

Added with the Betrayal DLC, the M1903 is a bolt-action rifle that's a solid choice for long-range sniping, especially compared to the AWS. Its stats are pretty similar to the Scout Elite, offering a one-hit headshot kill at any range. However, it only holds five rounds and takes a bit over four seconds to reload when empty, which is a bit of a drawback.

You start with no attachments, but you can unlock a 6x scope at 20 kills and a suppressor at 50 kills. Keep in mind that the suppressor will reduce your muzzle velocity. A cool bonus is the straight-pull bolt, meaning you can chamber the next round without leaving your scope view. The M1903 was the US military's standard rifle until 1936 and later served as a sniper rifle.

Getting 275 kills with the M1903 will earn you the 'Bolt From the Blue' trophy.

The Mammoth Gun

This beast requires the Betrayal DLC and completing the 'Big Game Hunter' assignment. It's not about getting kills with a specific weapon, though. You'll need to find six hidden collectibles on the Chinatown map (a remake of Grand Bazaar). Once you find them, they unlock a cabinet containing the Mammoth Gun, and you'll need to open a secret room to access it.