Originally posted by steez
... by decreasing the range, it effectively decreases damage as well (at the affected distances).
I hope you all understand that range isn't how far the gun can shoot. Its a measure of distance vs. damage.
I see your point but, an MP40 silenced will do the same damage as an MP40 with no attachment at point blank range.
On the other hand if someone is across the map then you will not be able to kill the person as fast because of the range, not because the gun deals less damage. So a silencer has no direct effect on the damage