diff --git a/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp b/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp
index 0348f313..77de7c18 100644
--- a/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp	
+++ b/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp	
@@ -522,6 +522,7 @@ void GenerateRandomEquipment( SOLDIERCREATE_STRUCT *pp, INT8 bSoldierClass, INT8
 					{
 						fLAW = FALSE;
 					}
+					pItem->ubGunState |= GS_CARTRIDGE_IN_CHAMBER;
 					break;
 				case IC_AMMO:
 					bAmmoClips = 0;