One of the most iconic WW2 weapons in Vanguard is 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 a BAR Muzzle Attachment in Call 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.

G28 Compensator MX Silencer Iscove Flash Hider Recoil Booster Mercury Silencer Chord Muzzle Brake FB Stabilizer

BAR Stock and Barrel Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

There are four Barrels and five Stocks to choose from for the BAR assault rifle in Call 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.

Barrels

CGC 30" XL CGC 27" 2B Cooper 21" Scythe Chariot 18" Rapid

Stocks

CQG Wire Chariot WR Removed Stock Pistol Grip Custom Cooper SP

BAR Optic Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

More than any other choice in Call 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.

Nydar Model 47 G16 2. 5X Slate Reflector MK 3 Sunfilter ZC2 1. 35X Lens M19 4. 0X Flip Type 99 10. 0X Telescopic Monocular Reflector 1913 Variable 4-8X Saturn 1. 35X Lens ZF4 2. 5X Rifle Scope M38 Mod. 2 7. 0X Telescopic M38/Slate 2. 5X Custom M38 5. 0X Telescopic MK 3 Mod. 2 Sunfilter MK. 12 Night Vision MK. 3 Reflector 1229/Slate 3. 25X Custom SVT-40 PU Scope 3-6X MK 18 Sunfilter Mk. 8 Reflector CGC Iron Sight 2B

BAR Underbarrel Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

There are a few interesting Underbarrel Attachments in Call 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.

Carver Foregrip M3 Ready Grip Bipod GF-59 Flashlight SMLE Pistol Grip M1930 Strife Angled Bayonet Mark VI Skeletal M1941 Hand Stop

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BAR Magazine Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

The Magazine Attachments for the BAR in Call of Duty: Vanguard are 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.

. 30-06 12 Round Fast Mags 8mm Klauser 20 Round Mags . 50 BMG 20 Round Mags . 50 BMG 30 Round Mag

BAR Ammo Type in Call of Duty: Vanguard

As well as picking a caliber of Magazine, players in Call of Duty: Vanguard can 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.

Subsonic FMJ Rounds Frangible Armor Piercing Incendiary Lengthened Hollow Point

BAR Rear Grip Attachments in Call of Duty: Vanguard

When choosing a Rear Grip to take into Call of Duty: Vanguards maps and 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 in Call of Duty: Warzone, Vanguard BAR players may want to consider the Pine Tar Grip for its superior Recoil Control.

Rubber Grip Taped Grip Leather Grip Fabric Grip Grooved Grip Hatched Grip Polymer Grip Pine Tar Grip Granular Grip Stippled Grip

BAR Proficiency and Kit in Call of Duty: Vanguard

As well as the traditional weapon Attachments, players can further customize their weapon with a Proficiency and a Kit in Call 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.

Proficiencies

Sleight of hand Discard Driller Acrobatic Hardscope Focus

Kits

Fast Melee Reach Surplus Deep Breath Fully Loaded Defender Heavy Hitter On-Hand

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

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