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FG42
1 · PICK YOUR STYLE
2 · SET YOUR WEAPON LEVEL
Close range at LV 37: 5 of 5 final
Level
LV 37
137
Unlocked 36/36
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GUNSMITH · LV 37
LOADOUT BUILDER
Your build · 5/5
S100/100 · Excellent100% match with our Close range build
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
Damage range
Waiting for a verified source.
Latest balance changes
The official patch notes haven't changed this weapon yet.
Alternatives in this class
All weaponsFG42 FAQ
What is the best FG42 build?
We have ready builds for the FG42: close range, long range. 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.
What are the alternatives to the FG42?
In the same class: AK-27, AN-94, Axion. Each has its own page with level-by-level builds.
Max Level
37
Next unlock
Level 2 → RL-8mm Brake
Prestige state
Prestige attachment: MFS Ambilateral Stock
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Level 2 → RL-8mm Brake
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Weapon attachment progression
Max Level 37
1
2
RL-8mm Brake
Muzzle
NEXT
Exact image unavailable — Muzzle
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
RL-8mm BrakeMuzzle
3
Exposure Grip
Rear Grip
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Rear Grip
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Exposure GripRear Grip
4
5mW Lockstep Laser
Laser
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Laser
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
5mW Lockstep LaserLaser
5
Severance Handguard
Underbarrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Underbarrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Severance HandguardUnderbarrel
6
VAS Express Fast Mag
Magazine
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Magazine
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
VAS Express Fast MagMagazine
7
17" Strident Barrel
Barrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Barrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
17" Strident BarrelBarrel
8
Termination Stock
Stock
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Stock
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Termination StockStock
9
8x57mm Overpressured
Fire Mods
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Fire Mods
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
8x57mm OverpressuredFire Mods
10
VAS 8mm Suppressor
Muzzle
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Muzzle
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
VAS 8mm SuppressorMuzzle
11
2mw Adaptive Tactical Laser
Laser
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Laser
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
2mw Adaptive Tactical LaserLaser
12
Acquit Grip
Rear Grip
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Rear Grip
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Acquit GripRear Grip
13
Retainer Handguard
Underbarrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Underbarrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Retainer HandguardUnderbarrel
14
Buffer Spring
Fire Mods
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Fire Mods
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Buffer SpringFire Mods
15
Overbook Extended Mag
Magazine
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Magazine
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Overbook Extended MagMagazine
16
18" Elapse Barrel
Barrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Barrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
18" Elapse BarrelBarrel
17
Plagiary Stock
Stock
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Stock
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Plagiary StockStock
18
RIF Handguard
Underbarrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Underbarrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
RIF HandguardUnderbarrel
19
8x57mm FMJ
Fire Mods
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Fire Mods
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
8x57mm FMJFire Mods
20
Convergence Box Laser
Laser
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Laser
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Convergence Box LaserLaser
21
National Grip
Rear Grip
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Rear Grip
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
National GripRear Grip
22
16" Bandolier Barrel
Barrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Barrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
16" Bandolier BarrelBarrel
23
Somerset Stock
Stock
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Stock
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Somerset StockStock
24
Bolt Carrier Group
Fire Mods
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Fire Mods
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Bolt Carrier GroupFire Mods
25
Redwell 8mm Compensator
Muzzle
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Muzzle
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Redwell 8mm CompensatorMuzzle
26
14" Pressure Barrel
Barrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Barrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
14" Pressure BarrelBarrel
27
3mW Motion Strike Laser
Laser
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Laser
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
3mW Motion Strike LaserLaser
28
Inception Handguard
Underbarrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Underbarrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Inception HandguardUnderbarrel
29
Abandon Stock
Stock
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Stock
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Abandon StockStock
30
Sixtus Grip
Rear Grip
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Rear Grip
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Sixtus GripRear Grip
31
Titan-R 8mm Compensator
Muzzle
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Muzzle
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Titan-R 8mm CompensatorMuzzle
32
1mW Instinct Laser Array
Laser
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Laser
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
1mW Instinct Laser ArrayLaser
33
Debase Extended Mag
Magazine
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Magazine
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Debase Extended MagMagazine
34
15" Constellation Barrel
Barrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Barrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
15" Constellation BarrelBarrel
35
Dirge Handguard
Underbarrel
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Underbarrel
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Dirge HandguardUnderbarrel
36
Tress Grip
Rear Grip
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Rear Grip
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Tress GripRear Grip
37
Monolithic Suppressor
Muzzle
LOCKED
Exact image unavailable — Muzzle
SPECIAL CODE category presentation — not the exact attachment geometry.
Monolithic SuppressorMuzzle
Lv37 · MAX
MAX LEVEL → PRESTIGE
After Max Level you enter Weapon Prestige. Progression attachments relock except Optics.
Prestige attachment: MFS Ambilateral Stock
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WEAPON PRESTIGE
What happens after Max Level?
Entering Weapon Prestige returns Weapon Level to 1. Progression attachments relock. Optics stay unlocked. Camos and customization stay.
Current Weapon Level unknown
Manual tracking only.
Next useful attachment
Shown from a verified Weapon-Level unlock.
Max Weapon Level 37
Only shown when an official weapon page states Max Weapon Level.
Weapon Prestige 1
Prestige 1: weapon-specific Prestige Attachment, first Permanent Attachment Unlock, Prestige Camo, Prestige Build.
Weapon Prestige 2
Prestige 2: second Permanent Attachment Unlock, Prestige 2 Camo, and the weapon-specific reward where officially named.
Prestige Master
Prestige Master does not reset again. Progression attachments stay permanently unlocked. The cap expands to 250 with Master camos at supported milestone levels.
Prestige Max
Prestige Max is the final named milestone where a Prestige Max camo is officially listed.