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So from a mechanics standpoint what are the pros/cons of a bullpup design? off the top of my head I'm guessing more barrel length but less space for any kind of recoil supression?
Pros: Longer barrel in the same overall size, or a shorter total length for the same barrel. A longer barrel means more exit velocity, while a shorter weapon means more agility in small spaces (indoors, for example).
Cons: the ejection port is close to the shooter's face, making ambidextrous weapons nearly impossible. The chamber is also closer, making it more dangerous in the (relatively rare) case of a catastrophic failure.
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