Best Type 100 Vanguard class loadout: Attachments, Perks, Proficiency, Setup

James Busby
Type 100 Vanguard weapon preview screen

The best Type 100 loadout can net you plenty of close-quarter kills in no time if you use this lethal Call of Duty: Vanguard loadout. Find out which attachments and perks you should equip to make the strongest SMG build.

While CoD Vanguard lobbies are dominated by STG44, Automaton, and MP40 loadouts, the Type 100 is another viable option for those looking to go on close-quarter tears. This Japanese SMG features high speeds, fantastic accuracy, and great firepower. 

When the Type 100 is kitted out with the game’s best attachments, you’ll be able to clean up enemies on Das Haus and secure plenty of multi-kills. Whether you’re grinding out the Atomic weapon camo or just want a laser, this SMG loadout will give you plenty of damage. 


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Best Type 100 Vanguard loadout

Type 100 in the CoD Vanguard loadout screen
The best Type 100 loadout is capable of dishing out huge amounts of damage.
  • Muzzle: M1929 Silencer
  • Barrel: Warubachi 134MM Rapid
  • Optic: Slate Reflector
  • Stock: Warubachi Skeletal
  • Underbarrel: M1930 Strife Angled
  • Magazine: .30 Russian Short 30 Round Mags
  • Ammo Type: Hollow Point
  • Rear Grip: Fabric Grip
  • Proficiency: Vital
  • Kit: Fully Loaded

The best Type 100 loadout is tailored around boosting the gun’s firepower and ammo capacity. First up on the list is the M1929 Silencer – a staple choice on Vanguard meta SMGs. This muzzle keeps your shots silenced and increases the gun’s accuracy, while the M1930 Strife Angled underbarrel also improves this area even further. 

Having attachments that aid the Type 100’s accuracy is incredibly important, especially since they help counter the recoil from using the .30 Russian Short 30 Round Mags. However, the added damage, bullet velocity, range, and penetration from this Magazine are well worth the tradeoff. 

Adding to the damage range is the Warubachi 134MM Rapid barrel, which helps give you a fighting chance during mid-range firefights. The Slate Reflector also provides you with a clean sight without any obstructions to your vision. 

The Type 100’s main damage increase comes from both the Hollow Point rounds and Vital Proficiency attachments. Not only do these increase limb damage, but they also apply the headshot damage bonus to bodyshots. This greatly increases your DPS and turns the Type 100 into an absolute monster. 

Meanwhile, the Warubachi Skeletal and Fabric Grip enhance the gun’s ADS speed and overall mobility, enabling you to aggressively rush down your foes and react to incoming threats. Pair this with Fully Loaded and you have an SMG that can mow down multiple enemies in the blink of an eye. 

Best Type 100 Vanguard class (Perks, Equipment, & Field Upgrade)

Type 100 equipment screen in CoD Vanguard
Our Type 100 loadout uses the meta SMG perks and equipment.
  • Perk 1: Ninja
  • Perk 2: Radar 
  • Perk 3: Lightweight
  • Secondary: Machine Pistol
  • Lethal: MK2 Frag Grenade
  • Tactical: Stim
  • Field Upgrade: Dead Silence

The best Type 100 loadout uses Ninja, Radar, and Lightweight as its perk choices. Just like previous CoD titles, Ninja quietens your footsteps, which enables you to go for those sneaky flanks behind enemy lines.

Next up is Radar. Lots of players are still unsure of how to be properly suppressed and silenced in Vanguard. So Radar will help flush out players that aren’t properly hidden from the minimap when firing.

Lightweight is a great choice for any close-quarters loadout as it enables you to quickly close the gap, while the added movement speed makes you harder to hit. The Machine Pistol is also a solid secondary and can deliver plenty of kills if you run out of Type 100 ammo.

Lastly, both the Stim and Dead Silence help maximize your movement and survivability, enabling you to turn the tide of even the fiercest of firefights.

Best Type 100 class Vanguard tips

While the Type 100 may not be the most popular SMG in Vanguard, that doesn’t mean it can’t be highly effective in the right hands. Its fast fire rate and high mobility, as well as the class we created for it, makes this SMG extremely deadly and underrated.

Here are a few tips on how to maximize our best Type 100 Vanguard loadout:

  • This weapon is an SMG, you should focus on getting into close-ranged gunfights as much as possible. Assault Rifles and LMGs will always have the advantage at medium to long ranges.
  • The Type 100 has a fast fire rate which makes it even deadlier up close and at point-blank ranges. Take advantage of this in game.
  • The perk “Ninja” quietens your footsteps and “Lightweight” gives you additional movement speed. Use this combo to flank enemies faster, while also being stealthy.
  • The field upgrade “Dead Silence” completely removes your footstep audio from the equation. During this limited window, you can either choose to flank enemies, escape sticky situations, or make a stealthy play for the objective.

Also, remember to always develop a playstyle that feels the best for you. With that said, if you’re still struggling to succeed with the Type 100, these tips should be helpful.

How to unlock the Type 100 in Vanguard

Type 100 Vanguard weapon preview screen
The Type 100 is unlocked at level 39.

In order to unlock the Type 100 in CoD Vanguard, you’ll need to reach Rank 39. This shouldn’t take too long if you make use of Double XP tokens and play on 24/7 playlists featuring Das Haus and/or Shipment.

Meanwhile, the higher density of players in the Blitz Combat Pacing can also help you secure more kills per game. 

Alternative to the Type 100 Vanguard loadout

M1928 CoD Vanguard weapon preview screen
The M1928 is a solid alternative to the Type 100.

If you’re looking for an alternative loadout to the Type 100, check out our best M1928 loadout. This iconic SMG comes packed with even higher speeds, firepower, and great ammo capacity than the Type 100. 

Despite being unlocked earlier than the Japanese SMG, the M1928 is a solid replacement for those who prefer having more ammo at their disposal. This also makes it a great pick on maps with higher volumes of enemy players.


So, there you have it, the best Type 100 loadout that can quickly melt enemies in close-quarter firefights. Make sure you check out our other Vanguard loadout guides to get a competitive edge over your foes: 

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About The Author

James is Dexerto's Associate Games Editor who joined the website in 2020. He graduated from university with a degree in Journalism, before spending four years freelancing for GamesRadar+, PCGamesN, RPS, LoL Esports, Red Bull Gaming, and many more. You can find him covering everything from CoD, Apex Legends, Genshin Impact, and Monster Hunter. Need to get in touch? Email James at james.busby@dexerto.com.