The Medium Bowgun (ミドルボウガン Midorubougan) is a new classification of Bowgun introduced in Monster Hunter 3. It is a balance between Heavy and Light Bowguns. In exchange for somewhat slower movement, they have better power than a Light Bowgun. In exchange for a lack of a shield that some Heavy Bowguns have, they are far better at evasive movements, like rolls. Medium Bowgun parts may also have Rapid Fire built in, like a Light Bowgun, but it does not seem to fire as many bullets. Some may fold, causing a set-up to be required after the gun is unsheathed and when it is sheathed. This process takes more time than just using an unfold-able bowgun.