Battlefield 2042 Best Loadouts
Battlefield 2042 loadouts for every class: the best specialists, weapons and attachments, gadgets and throwables. The game's balance has been settled since its final update in September 2025.
Final update 9.2.1 · community and patch-note picks · updated October 10, 2026
Loadouts by class
Tier list: Overall weapons
| Tier | Weapon | Type | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | PP-29 | SMG | Top tier in every source, from launch to the final update. |
| S | K30 | SMG | Fastest close-range time-to-kill. |
| S | LCMG | LMG | Hits hard at mid range. |
| S | VHX-D3 | Assault Rifle | Very popular since Season 6. |
FAQ
What is the best gun in Battlefield 2042?
The PP-29 SMG. It's rated top tier in every tier list from launch to the final update, with long range for an SMG and a big magazine. The K30, LCMG and VHX-D3 are close behind.
Is Battlefield 2042 still getting updates?
Season 7 was the last season, but patches continued into 2025. The last update was 9.2.1 in September 2025, so weapon balance has been stable since then.
Are weapons locked to classes in Battlefield 2042?
No. Any class can use any weapon, but each class gets a bonus with one type: Assault with assault rifles, Engineer with LMGs, Support with SMGs and Recon with sniper rifles.
Who is the best specialist?
Mackay for Assault, Crawford or Lis for Engineer, Falck or Angel for Support, and Paik or Blasco for Recon.