- Maximum Damage Range: shorter range
- Medium Damage Range: shorter range
- Aim Down Sight Time increased from 290ms to 300ms.
- Slide to Fire Time increased from 450ms to 460ms.
- +3 more
Weapons / Assault Rifle
FG42
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Close range at LV 37: 5 of 5 final
Level
LV 37
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GUNSMITH · LV 37
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Laser2mw Adaptive Tactical LaserLV 11
MuzzleTitan-R 8mm CompensatorLV 31
Barrel14" Pressure BarrelLV 26
StockTermination StockLV 8
Rear GripAcquit GripLV 12
Laser
5 of 5 unlocked at LV 37
LV 45mW Lockstep LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Strelok Laser)Unlocked
LV 112mw Adaptive Tactical LaserTactical laser: faster aiming in tactical stance (visible laser). (Tactical Laser)Unlocked
LV 20Convergence Box LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Steady Aim Laser)Unlocked
LV 273mW Motion Strike LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Stable Range Laser)Unlocked
LV 321mW Instinct Laser ArrayHandling laser: faster aiming and sprint-to-fire (visible laser). (Handling Laser)Unlocked
PERFORMANCE
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FG42 FAQ
What is the best FG42 build?
We have ready builds for the FG42: mid range, close range, prestige, all-rounder. Pick a style and your weapon level in the lab above and we equip the right parts for that level, with stand-ins until the parts unlock.
What is the FG42 max level?
The FG42 maxes out at weapon level 37. After that you can enter weapon prestige and unlock its prestige attachment.
How many attachments does the FG42 have?
We list 39 compatible attachments for the FG42 across 8 slots, each with its unlock level and what it does.
What is the FG42 prestige attachment?
The prestige attachment is the MFS Ambilateral Stock. It unlocks after you reach max level and enter weapon prestige.
Was the FG42 changed recently?
The last official change to the FG42 was in Season 05 (2026-08-19). The patch notes have changed it 1 times since launch — all listed in the History tab.
What are the alternatives to the FG42?
In the same class: DS20 MIRAGE, AN-94, EGRT-17. Each has its own page with level-by-level builds.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
8x57mm FMJFire ModsLVL 19
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
8x57mm OverpressuredFire ModsLVL 9
8x57mm Overpressured
Fire Mods
Unlocked at Weapon Level 9.
High-velocity ammo: faster bullets and more range.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Bolt Carrier GroupFire ModsLVL 24
Bolt Carrier Group
Fire Mods
Unlocked at Weapon Level 24.
Rapid fire: faster fire rate, less range.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
3mW Motion Strike LaserLaserLVL 27
3mW Motion Strike Laser
Laser
Unlocked at Weapon Level 27.
Steady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
5mW Lockstep LaserLaserLVL 4
5mW Lockstep Laser
Laser
Unlocked at Weapon Level 4.
Steady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
2mw Adaptive Tactical LaserLaserLVL 11
2mw Adaptive Tactical Laser
Laser
Unlocked at Weapon Level 11.
Tactical laser: faster aiming in tactical stance (visible laser).
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
1mW Instinct Laser ArrayLaserLVL 32
1mW Instinct Laser Array
Laser
Unlocked at Weapon Level 32.
Handling laser: faster aiming and sprint-to-fire (visible laser).
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Abandon StockStockLVL 29
Abandon Stock
Stock
Unlocked at Weapon Level 29.
Aim-walk stock: faster movement while aiming.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Termination StockStockLVL 8
Termination Stock
Stock
Unlocked at Weapon Level 8.
Mobility stock: faster movement and sprint.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Somerset StockStockLVL 23
Somerset Stock
Stock
Unlocked at Weapon Level 23.
Tactical stock: better hip-fire and tactical-stance accuracy.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Plagiary StockStockLVL 17
Plagiary Stock
Stock
Unlocked at Weapon Level 17.
Control stock: less recoil, slower handling.
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SPECIAL CODE
MFS Ambilateral StockOfficial referenceStock
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Acquit GripRear GripLVL 12
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Exposure GripRear GripLVL 3
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
National GripRear GripLVL 21
National Grip
Rear Grip
Unlocked at Weapon Level 21.
Sprint-to-fire grip: shoot sooner after sprinting.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Sixtus GripRear GripLVL 30
Sixtus Grip
Rear Grip
Unlocked at Weapon Level 30.
Stabilization grip: less horizontal recoil, slightly slower aiming.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Tress GripRear GripLVL 36
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Debase Extended MagMagazineLVL 33
Debase Extended Mag
Magazine
Unlocked at Weapon Level 33.
Extended mag: more ammo per magazine, slower handling.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Overbook Extended MagMagazineLVL 15
Overbook Extended Mag
Magazine
Unlocked at Weapon Level 15.
Extended mag: more ammo per magazine, slower handling.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
VAS Express Fast MagMagazineLVL 6
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Inception HandguardUnderbarrelLVL 28
Inception Handguard
Underbarrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 28.
Steady foregrip: steadier aim and less sway.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Retainer HandguardUnderbarrelLVL 13
Retainer Handguard
Underbarrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 13.
Mobility foregrip: faster movement.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
RIF HandguardUnderbarrelLVL 18
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Dirge HandguardUnderbarrelLVL 35
Dirge Handguard
Underbarrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 35.
Mobile recoil foregrip: faster movement with some recoil control.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
16" Bandolier BarrelBarrelLVL 22
16" Bandolier Barrel
Barrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 22.
Damage barrel: more damage per hit, more recoil.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Severance HandguardUnderbarrelLVL 5
Severance Handguard
Underbarrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 5.
Steady foregrip: steadier aim and less sway.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
14" Pressure BarrelBarrelLVL 26
14" Pressure Barrel
Barrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 26.
Short barrel: faster aiming and movement, shorter damage range.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
15" Constellation BarrelBarrelLVL 34
15" Constellation Barrel
Barrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 34.
Hybrid barrel: faster bullets and more range, slightly slower aiming.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
18" Elapse BarrelBarrelLVL 16
18" Elapse Barrel
Barrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 16.
Long barrel: longer damage range, slower aiming.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
17" Strident BarrelBarrelLVL 7
17" Strident Barrel
Barrel
Unlocked at Weapon Level 7.
Velocity barrel: faster bullets for long fights.
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SPECIAL CODE
LTI Stentorian BrakeOfficial referenceMuzzle
LTI Stentorian Brake
Muzzle
Unlocked from the Season 4 Battle Pass.
No verified effect summary is published for this attachment.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Monolithic SuppressorMuzzleLVL 37
Monolithic Suppressor
Muzzle
Unlocked at Weapon Level 37.
Firepower suppressor: off the minimap, faster bullets and more range, slower aiming.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Titan-R 8mm CompensatorMuzzleLVL 31
Titan-R 8mm Compensator
Muzzle
Unlocked at Weapon Level 31.
Mobility muzzle: better hip-fire and movement speed.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
VAS 8mm SuppressorMuzzleLVL 10
VAS 8mm Suppressor
Muzzle
Unlocked at Weapon Level 10.
Suppressor: keeps your shots off the minimap.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Redwell 8mm CompensatorMuzzleLVL 25
Redwell 8mm Compensator
Muzzle
Unlocked at Weapon Level 25.
Compensator: less vertical recoil.
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SPECIAL CODE
Redwell Shade-X SuppressorOfficial referenceMuzzle
Redwell Shade-X Suppressor
Muzzle
Unlocked via Weekly Challenge Reward.
Recoil suppressor: off the minimap with less recoil.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
RL-8mm BrakeMuzzleLVL 2
RL-8mm Brake
Muzzle
Unlocked at Weapon Level 2.
Muzzle brake: less gun kick and vertical recoil.
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Buffer SpringFire ModsLVL 14
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SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Convergence Box LaserLaserLVL 20
Convergence Box Laser
Laser
Unlocked at Weapon Level 20.
Steady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights.
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