Best loadouts for all meta weapons in XDefiant

Rocking the best meta weapons with the most up-to-date loadouts is paramount to achieving victory in Ubisoft's latest free-to-play title XDefiant. Lucky for you, below is a breakdown of the best loadouts for six meta weapons in this fast-paced shooter.

Best XDefiant meta weapon loadouts

For a free-to-play shooter, there are a dizzying amount of weapons to choose from in XDefiant – 24 to be exact. I've distilled a list of the six best weapons in the game right now, offering a nice spread of assault rifles, SMGs, and sniper rifles to suit all kinds of playstyles. On top of that, I'm including the best secondary weapon and device to pair together with your main weapon of choice. So, without further ado...

Best M16A4 loadout

Attachments

• Muzzle: Compensator
• Optic: Reflex Sight
• Stock: Padded Stock
• Front Rail: Tactical Grip
• Barrel: Rapid Fire

Device & Secondary

• Device: Frag Grenade
• Secondary: 93R

A classic in countless online shooters, it's hard to go wrong with the M16A4. Its powerful burst fire, which is admittedly not for everyone, can virtually one-shot opponents with a well-placed headshot. The loadout I've highlighted above increases the assault rifle's stability while simultaneously minimizing recoil. The Rapid Fire Barrel is therefore crucial here, increasing your fire rate by a nice 5%. This one's a no brainer.

Best AK-47 loadout

Attachments

• Barrel: Lightweight
• Front Rail: Pistol
• Optic: Reflex
• Magazine: Fast Mag
• Stock: Folded

Device & Secondary

• Device: Frag Grenade
• Secondary: M9

The trusty ol' AK-47 makes its presence known in XDefiant. This build emphasizes its lightweight movement capabilities thanks to the Lightweight Barrel, decreasing ADS time by 15%, thereby providing you with more responsive aim; you'll almost feel like you're locking onto targets. The Fast Mag will make reloading a total breeze, while the slightly lower rate of fire will make this assault rifle an absolute beast when handled by a sharpshooter.

Best ACR 6.8 loadout

Attachments

• Barrel: Stabilizing
• Optic: Reflex
• Front Rail: Small Vert
• Stock: Lightweight
• Rear Grip: Grip Tape

Device & Secondary

• Device: Frag Grenade
• Secondary: M9

The ACR 6.8 is arguably the most reliable and well-rounded assault rifle in XDefiant at the moment, making it an essential pick in the meta. It deals mean damage both up close and at a distance, making it a versatile choice. The loadout above gives it an extra competitive edge by making it more lightweight, allowing you to chase down enemies. And if you're in a pinch for ammo – always remember you have the trusty M9 pistol at your side.

Best MP5A2 loadout

Attachments

• Barrel: Chrome Lined
• Magazine: Fast Mag
• Rear Grip: Quick Draw
• Stock: Lightweight
• Front Rail: Small Vert

Device & Secondary

• Device: Flash Grenade
• Secondary: M9

If longer-range SMGs are more your thing, then you have to go with the MP5A2. This gun is for the more tactical players out there who prefer to tackle encounters at mid or even long-range. However, this loadout's Fast Mag, Quick Draw, and handy Lightweight Stock also make it very viable at short range, blowing foes away before your very eyes. I find this to be a very well-rounded loadout and weapon if you're keen to experiment with SMGs.

Best MP7 loadout

Attachments

• Muzzle: Barrel Extender
• Stock: Precision Stock
• Magazine: Quick Mag
• Rear Grip: Quick Draw Grip
• Front Rail: Superlight Grip

Device & Secondary

• Device: Flash Grenade
• Secondary: M9

The light and breezy counterpart to the MP5A2, the industry classic MP7 is for all those aggressive players out there, running around the map and picking off enemies before they even know what hit them. Its lightning-fast rate of fire, lightweight handling, and high damage output will make you a force to reckon with on the battlefield – so long as you're an accurate shot! This is also a great weapon for holding down objectives in modes like Domination, Zone Control, and Occupy.

Best TAC-50 loadout

Attachments

• Muzzle: Muzzle Booster
• Optic: CQBSS 8x
• Rear Grip: Quick Draw Grip
• Stock: Lightweight Stock
• Barrel: Rapid Fire

Device & Secondary

• Device: Proximity Mine
• Secondary: 93R

And finally, last but not least, is the TAC-50 sniper rifle. I wouldn't ever forget those players who choose to hang back and lurk in the shadows, picking off clueless foes before moving onto their next sniper's nest. This sniper rifle excels in particular on larger maps, so be sure to have it ready when hopping into those games. Also crucial is the Proximity Mine to protect your position, as well as the 93R for when you have to get up close and personal.

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