So in GU11 or the latest hotfix the NC's stock Gauss Rifle and Burst variant went from 600m/s to 650m/s, putting its projectile velocity on par with the top tier sniper rifles. For some reason the S version is still only 600m/s so I can only assume this change is unintentional. What's funny is the Burst can equip HV Ammo and, assuming the common logic of a 10% projectile speed increase is true, that puts it at 715m/s making it the fastest projectile in the entire game.
Wait what? Gauss Rifle as a DMR? This is not possible, or is it? Seriously though, this might be great. Also, it is actually the second fastest, Lancer Charge 3 takes first place. I feel like the Gauss SAW, ACX-11, and Reaper DMR should have this velocity instead since they are dedicated ranged weapons.
...They've always BEEN 650 m/s. Been that way since before SOE implemented their own stat pages in game. Been that way for a LONG time actually.
Yes, the Gauss Rifle and Gauss Burst have always been the highest base velocity automatic weapon infantry can carry.