https://www.coh2.org/topic/108011/commander-update-beta-2021-soviet-feedback/post/861569
Go choke on it.
I love how you can bring up a post from 2013 when it fits your narrative, but are not aware of very recent ones at all if they don't.
And that has simply nothing to do with with AT satchel being a one shot snare vs mediums.
And here are the patch notes:
"Penal Battalion
Penal Battalions have received a number of changes to improve their performance. Some of their late game accuracy has been shifted to received accuracy to improve their survivability on top of the previously mentioned global bonuses provided by Mobilize Reserves. Their initial cost and reinforce time has also been reduced to better reflect their numbers and initial performance.
In addition, the PTRS upgrade has been altered to serve as a true AT package. Penals with AT Rifles should now be able to ward away most early game light vehicles while being more potent against heavier armor. AI effectiveness with the PTRS rifles will maintain the same DPS as previously, though, the AT rifles will not be as consistent as the more accurate and faster-firing SVT against infantry."