After the reveal on June 9, there are now some gameplay snippets of Battlefield 2042. Some weapons have already been shown. We present to you the 15 guns that have been identified so far.
Battlefield 2042 is said to offer a wide variety of weapons that you can use to fight your enemies on the vast maps of the multiplayer shooter. These come in addition to plenty of vehicles, helicopters, and tanks.
Although there is still no official list of the complete arsenal, new trailers from E3 2021 have already revealed some weapons from Battlefield 2042 that have currently been identified. These were compiled by players like TheRealSpaceHosh on reddit after the release (via reddit.com).
So far, around 15 weapons are known, which we will list for you here. If more are revealed, we will update the list for you.
Keep in mind: This consists of information gathered from trailers. Some weapon models may be confused with others.
Assault Rifles
- AK-12 (2012)
- Daniel Defence M4V7 “4V9”
- FN Scar-H CQC (2004)
- SIG Sauer MCX Spear (2020) – Ingame: M5A3
AK-12 (2012)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: AK24
What we know so far about the weapon: The real counterpart of the AK-24, the AK-12, is a modern Russian assault rifle with a caliber of 5.45x39mm and the latest version of the AK assault rifles, which can be found in almost every shooter.
Initial prototypes had an entirely new housing and a modernized locking system, but for cost reasons, they reverted to the familiar design of the AK-74.
Daniel Defence M4V7
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: 4V9
What we know so far about the weapon: The M4 is actually a classic assault rifle, but in Battlefield 2042, the weapon seems more suitable for precision shooters.
The weapon comes in Battlefield 2042 with a caliber of 5.56x45mm and is a single-shot rifle. There may be several fire modes available in the new installment that players can switch between.
SCAR-H
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Unknown
What we know about the weapon: The SCAR-H is among the common assault rifles in numerous shooters like Battlefield, Call Of Duty, or Ghost Recon.
In the initial scenes, the rifle is seen with an under-barrel grenade launcher. Thus, there will be explosive options for customizing your weapons.
SIG Sauer MCX Spear (2020)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: M5A3
What we know so far about the weapon: The M5A3 is supposed to become an all-round assault rifle in Battlefield 2042 and comes with a caliber of 6.8x51mm.
However, much more is not yet known about the weapon. The real counterpart is used by the US military and is expected to replace the previous standard rifle, the M4A1.
Submachine Guns (SMGs)
- K30 – KRISS Vector (2006)
- PBX-9 (LWRC SMG 45)
KRISS Vector (2006)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: K30
What we know so far about the weapon: This submachine gun is especially distinguished in close combat and was designed for precise burst fire. Combined with a high rate of fire and a relatively small size, this weapon is quite practical.
The real counterpart is also referred to as the Vector SMG and is widespread in the USA among both law enforcement agencies and the civilian population. Shooter fans should also be familiar with the weapon. The K30 submachine gun could be a more advanced variant in the setting of BF2024.
LWRC SMG 45
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: PBX-9
What we know so far about the weapon: The LWRC SMG 45 is often confused with the UMP from Heckler & Koch, as both have a very similar design. Shooter fans may recognize the weapon as the Striker 45 from CoD Wazone. It is characterized by its various customization options.
In the game, the caliber can likely be switched between 9x19mm and .45 ACP, at least the previously shown images suggest that.
Light Machine Guns (LMGs)
- PKP Pecheneg (2001)
- KAC LAMG (2017)
PKP Pecheneg (2001)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Unknown
What we know so far about the weapon: The PKP Pecheneg is a Russian 7.62×54mmR general-purpose machine gun. It is a further development and modification of the PK machine gun. Thanks to a specially designed ventilation system, it is more accurate than its predecessors.
For example, a steel jacket that encompasses the barrel and runs to the muzzle provides additional air cooling. With mountable sights, it is also precise at greater distances. How it will look in Battlefield 2042 remains to be seen.
KAC LAMG (2017)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: LCMG
What we know so far about the weapon: The KAC LAMG is based on the Stoner 63 LMG, which was used by small US special forces during the Vietnam War and is highly regarded for its configurability. However, the Stoner 63 often required maintenance to function properly. Therefore, it was never used by standard infantry units.
The KAC LAMG has a caliber of 7.62×51mm NATO, is well controllable, and can even be outfitted with a suppressor.
- Remington M870 MCS (2003)
Remington M870 MCS (2003)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Unknown
What we know so far about the weapon: This is one of the most common shotguns in the shooter genre. The Remington M870 can be found in numerous titles of the Battlefield series, CoD, Ghost Recon, and many other games.
Its real counterpart is particularly popular in the USA for sports shooting, hunting, and self-defense, and is also widely used there. The trailer shows a variant that has likely been heavily modified. It remains to be seen what distinguishes the 2042 version from the original.
Sniper Rifles
- Chukavin SVCh
- DSR-1 Precision (2000)
- Sako TRG (TG-24)
Chukavin SVCh
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Unknown
What we know so far about the weapon: The Chukavin SVCh is a sniper rifle developed by Kalashnikov Concern and presented in 2016 under the name SVK. The SVK is known from CoD Warzone.
The rifle was developed for Russian special forces and is intended for targeting at distances of 1000 meters and more.
DSR-1 Precision (2000)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Unknown
What we know so far about the weapon: The DSR-1 precision rifle is a model with an integrated suppressor. The special feature is that the suppressor does not touch the free-floating barrel, but only surrounds it and thus does not impair the precision of the weapon.
Whether this will also be the case with the model in Battlefield 2042 remains to be seen. There may also be the DSR 50 in the game, a large-caliber sniper rifle designed primarily for material damage and possibly also capable of destroying vehicles.
Sako TRG
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: TG-24
What we know so far about the weapon: The Sako TRG is a bolt-action rifle developed and manufactured by the Finnish arms manufacturer SAKO from Riihimäki.
The Sako TRG is known from Counter Strike or Hitman: Absolution.
Handguns
- M44 (Taurus M44)
- Glock 19 Gen 4 (G57)
M44
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Taurus M44
What we know so far about the weapon: The revolver is considered one of the strongest and is marketed as a sidearm for hunters due to its large stopping power and larger caliber.
Players of CoD will be familiar with the weapon from numerous iterations of the series. In multiplayer, usually two to three hits were enough to take down a player.
Glock 19 Gen 4
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: G57
What we know so far about the weapon: The Glock is one of the classics among handguns and is used by numerous police and military units. It also appears in numerous shooters.
The Gen4 is one of the newer variants and, of course, should not be missing from Battlefield 2042.
Rocket Launchers
- Carl Gustaf M4 Rocket Launcher (2014)
Carl Gustaf M4 Rocket Launcher (2014)
This is what the weapon will likely be called in the game: Unknown
What we know so far about the weapon: The Carl-Gustaf M4 (CGM4) is a portable, shoulder-fired weapon system developed by the Swedish defense and security company, Saab, to meet a wide range of modern combat requirements of infantry troops.
The rocket launcher has already appeared in games such as Battlefield Bad Company 2 and is a highlight of the gameplay reveal of Battlefield 2042, in which a jet pilot leaves his jet in the air to blow an enemy pilot out of the sky.
Weapon Mods can be adjusted mid-combat
This is new: In older Battlefield installments, players could only adjust their mods before the match or if they bit the dust during a match.
In Battlefield 2042, this will now be possible anytime. In the newly shown gameplay, a pause in the elevator is used, for example, to quickly adjust a weapon to the circumstances, and the sight and attachment are changed.
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When does Battlefield 2042 come out? The shooter is set to be released on October 22, 2021. Before that, there will be a play test and an open beta. You can find more about this in our overview of the Open Beta in Battlefield 2042: Everything about the start and the contents of the test.
For which platforms is Battlefield 2042 being released? The game will be available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and PC. However, there will be some differences on Xbox One and PS5: Battlefield 2042 will be a different game on PS4 and Xbox One – These are the differences to next-gen
What you need to know about Battlefield: In the games, players do not only shoot guns. Your enemies will also be dealt with heavy war equipment and explosives; sometimes, you might even drop a house on top of your enemies. Additionally, there are dynamic events on the maps that are intended to provide plenty of variety.
What do you think of the weapons so far? Are there certain guns you want to see in the game? Let us know your wishes in the comments.
If you want to know more about the shooter, we have an overview for you here: All known info about Battlefield 2042 – Release, Beta, Setting.
