Best MK20 loadouts in XDefiant: 3 class builds for low recoil and high damage

XDefiant‘s MK20 SSR is a powerful marksman rifle and with our recommended class loadout, you could be flying up the leaderboard with this weapon in no time. So, let’s build it.

The MK20 is the first Marksman weapon players can access. It can lock down long-ranged sightlines and also be used effectively to move forward in objective modes like Escort.

However, you will need an optimal loadout to get the most out of the MK20. Let’s take a look at the best build to make this rifle as strong as possible.

Recommended XDefiant MK20 loadout

These are the attachments we recommend with the MK20 SSR:

• Muzzle: Muzzle Booster
• Barrel: Rapid Fire
• Optic: 3.0x Scope
• Front Rail: Tactical Grip
• Rear Grip: Heavy Grip

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The first thing players will want to do with this weapon is get some kind of Optic on it, as its iron sights are quite poor. The 3.0x Scope is one of the better options for locking down long lanes.

The other attachments in this loadout increase the gun’s damage and fire rate so it can laser enemies down with just one or two shots consistently. The Muzzle Booster and Rapid Fire Barrel all help in this regard.

Lastly, to compensate for the recoil the rest of the attachments add, you’ll want to increase the gun’s stability with Tactical Grip and Heavy Grip.

Best MK20 loadout for low recoil

If you are looking for an MK20 build that will have the least recoil, we have you covered:

• Front Rail: Pistol
• Barrel: Stabilizing Barrel
• Rear Grip: Lightweight Grip
• Optics: ACOG 4x
• Stock: Precision

The Pistol Front Rail increases Sprint-Shoot Time by 10% while improving the Minimum and Maximum Spread by 40%. This makes the MK20 deadly accurate and easy to handle, too.

The Stabilizing Barrel provides 10% Horizontal and Vertical Recoil Control which improves the stability of the marksman rifle. Lightweight Grip provides Recoil Recovery and improves ADS Walk Speed. In this case, the Recoil Recovery is important as you’ll rarely move while aiming down your weapon.

The 4x ACOG provides stability in long-range fights and is a staple for the MK20. However, the scope is always a matter of preference and you can change it to something that feels more comfortable.

Finally, the Precision Stock also improves the Horizontal and Vertical Recoil even further, giving you that laser accuracy you’re looking for when putting shots down range.

We recommend the Proximity Mine with this weapon as you won’t be moving too much. Instead, you can use the Proximity Mine to cover your surroundings while holding an area of the map.

Best MK20 loadout for high damage

To get the maximum damage output out of your MK20, use this build:

• Front Rail: PEQ-15
• Optics: ACOG 4x
• Barrel: Lightweight
• Muzzle: Booster
• Magazine: Quick Mag

The PEQ-15 Front Rail is good for increasing the Minimum and Maximum Spread Accuracy. It helps when you are hip-firing your weapon and maintains bullet accuracy in gunfights.

The ACOG 4x provides increased zoom which comes in handy for long-range gunfights. If you do not feel comfortable with it, you can consider changing it to something else.

The Lightweight Barrel plays an important role as it improves ADS speed and movement speed. The MK20 is not the fastest weapon to move around with, and you need to reposition yourself as much as possible in a game that is as fast as XDefiant.

The Booster Muzzle improves the Rate of Fire by 2.5% which lowers the Time to Kill. Finally, Quick Mag improves Reload Speed by 15%, thereby ensuring your enemies don’t get to run away while you are reloading your weapon in the middle of gunfights.

How to unlock MK20

MK20 is one of the default weapons in XDefiant, similar to the likes of M4A1, MP5A2, and M249. You get access to it right away and can use it from the very first level. However, the attachments are unlocked by leveling up the weapon.

XDefiant also has a plethora of other weapons vying for status in the meta at long range like the ACR 6.8, AK-47, and M44.