Best Vanguard Kar98k Loadouts: The Best Attachments And Perks

Best Vanguard Kar98k Loadouts: The Best Attachments And Perks
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Written by 

Aaron Bayne

Published 

9th Nov 2021 15:10

The best Vanguard Kar98k loadouts are the go-to for sniping with style. Not only does this manage to be the best sniper in Vanguardit was also one of the best in Warzone, showing just how prolific this rifle really is. With the reintroduced "Pick Ten" system, you can take the Kar98k and fashion it to any playstyle you wish. So to be sure you are selecting the right attachments, loadouts, and perks, we have our best Vanguard Kar98k loadouts guide.

Want to check out one of the other sniper rifles on offer? We’ve got the guide just for you. 

The Kar98k is a familiar weapon to the Call of Duty franchise, having been present since Finest Hour, and then taking a life of its own as one of the Warzone best snipers. That tradition seems to be continuing in Vanguard, and will only be helped by these best Vanguard Kar98k loadouts. 

Best Vanguard Kar98k Loadouts: Dynamic Build

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This best Vanguard Kar98k loadout is all about that dynamic, on-the-run build, allowing you to traverse through the more open and tighter areas of Vanguard’s maps. Speed is the name of the game, and with a variable scope, you can pick off enemies from afar as well as mid-range. This loadout even made it into the Vanguard best guns list. 

  • Muzzle: L Brake
  • Barrel: Krausnick 560mm LWS03K 
  • Optic: SVT-40 PU Scope 3-6x
  • Stock: Reisdorf Wire
  • Underbarrel: M1941 Hand Stop
  • Magazine: N/A
  • Ammo Type: Lengthened
  • Rear Grip: Fabric Grip
  • Proficiency: Shrouded
  • Kit: Defender 

Best Vanguard Kar98k Loadouts: Long Range 

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This best Vanguard Kar98k loadout is built for those longer range maps like Red Star and Berlin. With very little weapons sway and manageable recoil, this long-range build allows you to sit back and take your time picking off enemies one by one. 

  • Muzzle: Scout Silencer
  • Barrel: VDD REO2K 
  • Optic: Type 97 5X Telescopic
  • Stock: VDD Thumbhole
  • Underbarrel: Bipod
  • Magazine: N/A
  • Ammo Type: Lengthened
  • Rear Grip: Stippled Grip
  • Proficiency: Shrouded
  • Kit: Defender 

Best Vanguard Kar98k Loadout: Perks And Equipment

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Next up in your best Vanguard Kar98k loadouts are the perks and equipment that will seal the deal on your mid-ranged or long-ranged builds. Whether that be covering your back with a mine or swapping out your rifle for something a bit more close range. These are the picks we’d go for for your mid then long ranged setups.

  • Perk 1: Ghost
  • Perk 2: High Alert
  • Perk 3: Overkill
  • Secondary: M1928 
  • Lethal: Thermite
  • Tactical: No 69 Stun Grenade/ S-Mine 44
  • Field Upgrade: Dead Silence/ Field Mic

That’s all you’ll need to make the best Vanguard Kar98k loadouts, proving this sniper to be a versatile weapon. If you are looking for something a bit more lightweight, check out our guide to the best Vanguard M1 Garand loadouts.  

Stay tuned here at GGRecon for Call of Duty: Vanguard news, guides, features, and more.

 

Aaron Bayne was a Guides Writer at GGRecon. His previous experience includes BBC and Fraghero.

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