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Escape From Tarkov is the type of shooter where you will definitely find a suitable weapon for yourself. The selection is so large that even a dozen hours will not be enough to learn the mechanics of each weapon and master it. To help you save time, we’ve made a weapon tier list detailing the best armaments for matches in Escape From Tarkov. Of course, most of your success depends on your skills, but there are still some weapons that will be better and more effective than others.
Escape From Tarkov: Best Weapons Tier List
We’ve divided all the best weapons into five categories, from S to D, so that you can understand which one is ideal and which is better not to use. Try playing with a few of the S Tier weapons to see which one suits your playstyle best. You can also modify weapons to improve them, but some of these options will be perfect without it.
| Tier | Weapons |
| S | MP7, RPK, Mosin, DT MDR, RSASS, HK 416A5, M1A, MK47, HK G28, UMP 45, AK 5.56×45 Models, AK 5.45×39 Models, M4A1, MP-153 |
| A | AK 7.62×39 Models, ASh-12, SVDS, TX-15 DML, SR-25, MK-18, SCAR-L, SKS, AUG A1/3, RD-704 |
| B | SA-58, SCAR-H, SAG AK, ADAR, MCX, VSS Vintorez, P90, MP5, MP9/N, Vector |
| C | HK G36, AS VAL, VPO-209/136, MPX, SR-2M, M700, T-5000, DVL-10, KS-23M, M590A1, MP-133, MP-155, AXMC, Saiga-9, M3 Super 90 |
| D | PP-19-01, VPO-215, SV-98, PPSh-41, Saiga-12, M870, STM-0, MP-43, Kedr, MTs-255-12, MP5K-N, RFB, VPO-101, TOZ-106, FN40GL, M32A1 |
Escape From Tarkov: Best Weapons
Let’s start with the M4A. This is a versatile weapon that is suitable for both beginners to understand the mechanics and experienced players to perform more complicated tricks. Its main advantage is 800 RPM, which will be very useful, especially if you’re alone. It’s also worth mentioning the 600m sighting range, which will allow you to destroy enemies even if they are distant or running away. The clip is standard, with 30 rounds, but it will be enough to take out several enemies before reloading.
If you prefer to play the role of an assault sniper, then the RSSASS is for you. The effective distance is 900m, which will allow you to take a favorable position to deal decent damage before they reach you. The rate of fire is 700, which is a good indicator for this type of weapon. Additionally, you can use plenty of different types of ammunition of 7.62x51mm caliber, such as Ultra Nosler or Tracer.
For fans of submachine guns, the MP7 will be a real find. It has both single and full auto-firing modes, so you can shoot without hesitation in any situation. This is a short-range weapon with 950 RPM, which will allow you to confront even a whole team of enemies if you successfully outflank or outsmart them. Together with the UMP 45, the MP7 is considered the best SMG in Escape From Tarkov.
Escape From Tarkov is available on PC.
