And using the ability at that range against dedicated ranged squad is suicide unless they stand in red cover or something.
Application of it is the same and new MP40 profile isn't bad.
One has little reason to start using the ability long range. The MP-40 profile is not bad it is similar to most SMG. The Profile of the Thompson thou is superior.
The difference is that the ability is far better in for Paras since:
1) It is effective at longer ranger and thus easier to wipe retreating infatry
2) The DPS drop for losing a model is far less severe