[Azathoth]

Originally Posted by m102404

Just my $0.02, feel free to ignore...

G36C. It's a good build and the mechbox is a version 3 (durable, more cold weather tolerant, etc....). Lots of spare parts and some conversion options available. Biggest downside is being stuck with mini batteries if you want an internal battery. In my opinion, 2nd biggest drawback is that the G36 series magazines are freaking huge and you may have a hard time finding a vest/rig that works for you.

M4 S-System. LOTS of accessories and parts, mags, upgrades, etc....except that the M4 S-System body is not a typical M4 body and so there are limited metal/replacement body options. If the front end ends up being heavy, all that cantilevered weight could put undue stress on the plastic body. If your body goes...you're stuck (more so than with plastic M4 rifles where metal bodies are easier, relatively, to come by). With with S-system, in stock format, you're still stuck to mini batteries up front, but you have the easier option of rewiring and running a crane stock in back.

If I had to pick between them, I'd get the G36 and deal with the battery/mag issues. Plenty of people run them and have a blast.

unless your JG's are all metal including bodies the M4 will cost you more to upgrade to metal as you WILL need an adapter kit (TM's require them) and they are exact clones