Call of Duty: Vanguardhas arrived, returning players to World War 2 for the latest installment of the legendary FPS series. It’s been five years since the lastCoDgame set during WW2, and all the classic gameplay and weapons are back inCall of Duty: Vanguard.

One of the mosticonic WW2 weapons inVanguardis the BAR, or Browning Automatic Rifle. A slow-firing but hard-hitting assault rifle, the BAR is highly versatile. However, with the correct Attachments and a bit of skill, any player can turn the BAR into a mid-range powerhouse, capable of downing enemies in just two hits to the body.

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BAR Muzzle Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

There are really three metrics that players are choosing between when picking aBAR Muzzle Attachment inCall of Duty: Vanguard: Sound Suppression, Recoil Control, and Accuracy. Overall the best choice right now is the Mercury Silencer, which offers both Sound Suppression and Recoil Control at the cost of Damage Range.

BAR Stock and Barrel Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

There are four Barrels and five Stocks to choose from for the BARassault rifle inCall of Duty: Vanguard, and together they can turn it into a pseudo-sniper or even a faux-LMG. The best Barrel choice for maximizing DPS at launch is the CGC 27" 2B, which increases long-range accuracy and firepower at the cost of Hip Fire Accuracy, Sprint to Fire Speed, and Aim Walking Speed. It pairs particularly well with the Chariot WR Stock, which massively increases Recoil Control and Aiming Stability.

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BAR Optic Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

More than any otherchoice inCall of Duty: Vanguard, picking an Optic should factor in personal preference. While they each offer various bonuses to Accuracy, Recoil Control, or Magnification, they also radically change how sighting functions. Players who are looking for a compact, accurate scope with a good magnification should go for the G16 2.5X, which offers all three.

BAR Underbarrel Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

There are a few interestingUnderbarrel Attachments inCall of Duty: Vanguard, with unique stats like Enemy Nameplate Range and Melee Range. However, the best choice for a standard BAR build is the M1941 Hand Stop, which offers improved Recoil Control and Accuracy at the cost of Hip Fire Accuracy.

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BAR Magazine Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

The Magazine Attachments for theBAR inCall of Duty: Vanguardare some of the most impactful choices that players can make. The main decision is between three different calibers of ammunition, .30-06, 8mm, .50. For an accurate and powerful BAR capable of downing enemies in two body hits, players should go for either the 20 Round or 30 Round .50 BMG Magazine.

BAR Ammo Type in Call of Duty: Vanguard

As well as picking a caliber of Magazine,players inCall of Duty: Vanguardcan also change which form of ammunition they want to use. These can range from Incendiaries that deal damage over time to Hollow Point rounds that increase Limb Damage. Players who are looking to put together a precise, marksman-style BAR will want to pick the Lengthened Ammo, which grants a huge bonus to Bullet Velocity.

BAR Rear Grip Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

When choosing a Rear Grip to take intoCall of Duty: Vanguardsmapsand missions, players will mostly be picking between Accuracy, Recoil Control, and other precision-related statistics. While the Stippled Grip was often the best choice of Attachment inCall of Duty: Warzone,VanguardBAR players may want to consider the Pine Tar Grip for its superior Recoil Control.

BAR Proficiency and Kit in Call of Duty: Vanguard

As well as the traditional weapon Attachments, players can further customize their weapon with aProficiency and a Kit inCall of Duty: Vanguard. These skill-based packages grant a range of bonuses that don’t make sense on regular Attachments. None of the Proficiency choices are particularly impactful for a BAR, and players should pick based on personal preference. However, the Fully Loaded Kit will ensure that players have enough ammunition to last through even the most intense Call of Duty: Vanguard firefight.

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Call of Duty: Vanguardis available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.

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