BF6 Best Weapons Tier List (Week 2 Meta Shift + Full Spreadsheet)

⚠️ Season 1 Update Available (October 28th 2025):
The new Season 1 patch has introduced major spread and recoil changes that reshaped the entire meta.
Check out the Latest BF6 Season 1 Tier List (Full Buffs & Nerfs + Updated Spreadsheet) for the newest rankings and meta loadouts.

Week 2 Meta Shift Overview

The Battlefield 6 Week 2 meta has flipped the balance board. Early testing shows LMGs and SMGs now dominate both close and mid-range, leaving assault rifles fighting for relevance.
Thanks to in-depth testing from u/Mastahamma on Reddit, we have verified data on TTK, accuracy, and recoil across every full-auto weapon in the game.

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Tier List Overview

Tier	Weapon	Class	Notes
S-Tier	DRS IAR, RPKM, M250	LMG	Lowest TTK + range dominance
A-Tier	TR7, B36A4	AR	Powerful but mag-limited
B-Tier	SCW-10, SGX, KV9	SMG	Great close-range control
C-Tier	SG 553R, M277	Carbine	Outclassed by SMGs and LMGs
D-Tier	Early-game ARs	Misc	High TTK / poor handling

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LMGs — The New Meta Monsters

LMGs are running the show right now. They offer the best lethality and accuracy combo in the entire game.

• DRS IAR – Unmatched control, massive magazine, insane damage. For the full breakdown of the best attachments, check out our complete guide here: Best DRS-IAR LMG Build (Based on Extensive Testing + Spreadsheet).
• RPKM – Nearly identical to the DRS but more mobile for rushers. For the full attachment setup and test data, see our detailed RPKM Best Loadout Guide.
• M250 – The long-range beam — highest damage per shot at distance.

If you’d rather focus on sniper progression, the BF6 Sniper Farm (Week 2 Unpatched) is still active and works perfectly alongside our Fastest Way to Unlock the PSR guide.

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Carbines — Once Meta, Now Forgotten

Carbines have fallen off as players unlock more specialized weapons.

• SG 553R – Strongest of the class but still loses to SMGs in TTK.
• M277 – Maintains a 4-shot kill to 75 m but terrible handling.

Editor’s Pick: If you’re looking for a more balanced alternative to the M277, the M4A1 loadout
remains one of the most well-rounded rifles in the game — combining carbine-like mobility with AR-tier precision.

Unless you’re completing attachments or challenges, these are no longer competitive in the current patch.

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Assault Rifles — Reliable but Outpaced

Assault rifles are still consistent, but they can’t match the raw output of this week’s top SMGs and LMGs.

• TR7 – Lowest TTK in class, small magazine holds it back.
• B36A4 – Stable and lethal for mid-range control. Check out our guide to the Best B-36A4 Assault Rifle Build
• SOR-556 MK2 / L85A3 – Precision-focused but lose power past 40 meters.

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SMGs — Close-Range Dominance Returns

SMGs are shining once again thanks to superb mobility and TTK consistency.

• SCW-10 – Fastest TTK in game at point blank range.
• KV9 – Excellent recoil stability for spray control.
• PW7A2 – The “long-range SMG,” perfect hybrid between AR and SMG.
• SGX – Most balanced SMG overall — the perfect all-rounder. Here is our guide on best attachments for the SGX.

Patch Update Note: The SCW-10 and SGX are performing slightly above intended balance values and may see nerfs soon.

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Complete BF6 Weapon Stats Sheet

Range	Top Gun	Class	Notes
Close	SCW-10	SMG	Fastest TTK in BF6
Short–Mid	SGX	SMG	Most balanced pick
Mid	TR7	AR	Lowest AR TTK
Long	DRS-IAR / M250	LMG	Best lethality range
Versatile	M4A1	CARBINE	Still top for control + mobility

Google Sheet Weapon Stats Table

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Key Takeaways

• LMGs and SMGs define the Week 2 meta.
• M4A1 and TR7 remain top CARBINE/AR picks for precision players.
• SCW-10 and SGX are the go-to close-quarters choices.
• Expect patch nerfs soon as the community leans heavily on LMGs.