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Looking to find a balanced setup that enhances both maneuverability and range for your tactical rifles in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, particularly for the AEK-973? You’re in the right place! In this article, we explore ideal loadouts for both large and small maps, ensuring that you’re equipped for any combat scenario. Below, we outline the two best class setups for the AEK-973 in Black Ops 6.
What’s the Best Loadout for the AEK-973 in BO6?
The AEK-973 is a three-round burst tactical rifle known for its stability and high fire rate. This allows players to land repeated shots on targets, even at longer distances. However, as with any long-range weapon, bullets lose effectiveness over distance, and weapon handling can feel challenging when aiming for maximum range. Here, we recommend two builds that bring versatility to this burst rifle.
Popular Weapon Loadout
The most common loadout among players emphasizes enhancing operator speed—aiming speed, movement, and firing rate to ensure that the weapon is effective across most maps, except for very tight spaces. This setup includes attachments that improve firing rate and damage range without sacrificing recoil control, providing a balanced yet powerful weapon experience.
Attachments:
- Optic: Kepler Microflex
- Muzzle: Suppressor
- Barrel: Long Barrel
- Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip
- Magazine: Extended Mag I
- Stock: Balanced Stock
- Rear Grip: Express Grip
- Fire Mode Mod: Rapid Fire
This configuration allows for enhanced maneuverability while maintaining control over recoil, making it ideal for most medium to large maps.
High-Damage Loadout
This loadout, popularized by Hero, builds on the strengths of the previous setup but leans heavily into improving aiming and movement speeds. By maximizing aiming speed and operator actions, this build enhances the weapon’s fire rate and damage range, making it a solid choice for players who prioritize mobility.
Attachments:
- Optic: Kepler Microflex
- Muzzle: Suppressor
- Barrel: Long Barrel
- Underbarrel: Ranger Foregrip
- Magazine: Extended Mag I
- Rear Grip: Ergonomic Grip
- Stock: Balanced Stock
- Fire Mode Mod: Rapid Fire
This loadout allows for quick target acquisition and effective long-range capability, giving players a powerful, flexible setup for all types of maps in Black Ops 6.
Complementing Your AEK-973 Class in BO6
Building a class isn’t only about the weapon configuration—it includes lethal and tactical equipment, combat upgrades, perks, specialization, and wildcard choices. Below, we cover suggested equipment and upgrades to enhance your AEK-973’s performance and increase survivability in any combat scenario.
Lethal and Tactical Equipment
To make the AEK-973 a versatile tactical rifle, we recommend using the Stim Shot and Sticky Grenade. The Stim Shot boosts survivability in intense firefights, while the Sticky Grenade can flush out opponents or keep them moving where you want.
Alternatively, depending on your playstyle or daily challenges, consider swapping the Sticky Grenade for more tactical options like the Flashbang to disorient enemies.
Combat Upgrade
For combat upgrades, the Assault Pack is a strong choice. This upgrade lets you restock both Sticky Grenades and Stim Shots, ensuring you’re ready for the next encounter. Place the pack in strategic locations between firefights for quick access to additional gear.
If your opponents rely heavily on throwable items, consider using the Trophy System instead. This defensive upgrade is excellent for game modes that involve objective captures, like Control and Hardpoint. The Trophy System can protect your area from incoming explosives, making it ideal for defending points.
The Assault Pack, on the other hand, is better suited for smaller maps or fast-paced modes like Kill Confirmed and Team Deathmatch, as it provides a steady supply of consumables.
Wildcard
Your choice of wildcard can make a significant difference. If you prefer more attachments on your weapon, the Gunfighter wildcard is an obvious choice. Alternatively, the Perk Greed wildcard is valuable if you want a fourth perk, allowing a more versatile setup that balances quick movement and stealth.
Perks
To enhance your speed and efficiency in battle, select perks that contribute to your movement and survivability. For an optimal loadout, consider these red perks:
- Assassin – Improves your ability to hunt down enemies.
- Scavenger – Helps replenish ammo and keeps you in the fight longer.
- Gung-Ho – Increases movement speed and allows you to fire while sprinting, perfect for this tactical rifle build.
These perks maximize your mobility and ensure you’re always prepared for the next engagement.
