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Battlefield 4 eGuide Weapons

Designated Marksman Rifles (DMRs)

The new DMRs, available to all classes, bridge the gap between assault rifles and sniper rifles, offering impressive stopping power while maintaining respectable rates of fire and reload times. These semi-automatic rifles are best deployed when engaging targets at intermediate to long ranges. Their size makes them somewhat cumbersome when operating in close quarters, so consider switching to a sidearm when entering structures and other confined spaces.

DMR Unlock Progression

ImageNameScore
MK11 MOD 0

4,000

SKS

11,000

RFB

13,000

SVD-12

19,000

QBU-88

28,000

M39 EMR

37,000

ACE 53 SV

65,000

SCAR-H SV

82,000

* = recon class unlock

Fundamentals

  • The DMRs are available to all classes, giving all soldiers some serious firepower.
  • DMRs inflict optimal damage withing 70 meters, but are accurate well beyond 100 meters.
  • A 4x Optic supplemented by canted ironsights gives your DMR the ability to engage targets at all ranges.
  • Due to their length, DMRs are a bit too cumbersome for close-quarter engagements; you can’t peek around corners.
  • Although slow firing, it only takes 2-3 hits to drop an opponent with a DMR.

RFB

  • Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 20
  • Unlock: 48,000 Recon Score

The Rifle Forward-Ejection Bullpup (RFB) is a modern, composite-constructed DMR. Given its impressive stopping power, the RFB is surprisingly maneuverable in confined spaces thanks to its bullpup configuration. But it also performs admirably at intermediate range, particularly when equipped with the ACOG (4X) or M145 (3.4X) optics.

Unlock Progression

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ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

Suppressor Barrel

80

HOLO (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

MK11 MOD 0

  • Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 20
  • Unlock: 1,000 DMR Score

Essentially an M16 chambered for the heavy 7.62mm NATO round, the Mk 11 MOD 0 features a longer, heavier, free-floating barrel and enhanced rail system for applying multiple attachments. Everything about the Mk 11 MOD 0 is designed to enhance accuracy and provide a squad long-range, accurate, semi-automatic fire.

Unlock Progression

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ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

Suppressor Barrel

80

HOLO (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

SKS

  • Ammo: 7.62x39mm WP
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 20
  • Unlock: 2,000 DMR Score

Millions of SKS rifles were produced originally for the Soviet Army in 1945 and in China as the Type 56. The SKS is a popular rifle with civilian shooters, and can still be found in a number of arsenals around the world. A number of aftermarket upgrades are available for the SKS; this model is equipped with a synthetic stock and detachable 20-round magazine.

Unlock Progression

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PSO-1 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

KOBRA (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

PBS-4 Suppressor Barrel

80

PKA-S (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

PK-A (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

SVD-12

  • Ammo: 7.62x54mm R
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 15
  • Unlock: 3,000 DMR Score

The Russian SVD-12 is a modern update of the legendary Dragunov sniper rifle, originally developed in the 1960s. Gone is the wooden stock, in favor of a lighter, composite stock with an integrated rail system. But the rifle still retains its hard-hitting reputation, firing the 7.62x54mm R round, resulting in impressive stopping power and long-range performance.

Unlock Progression

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PSO-1 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

KOBRA (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

PBS-4 Suppressor Barrel

80

PKA-S (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

PK-A (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

QBU-88

  • Ammo: 5.8x42mm DAP-87
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 10
  • Unlock: 4,000 DMR Score

The Chinese QBU-88 entered service in 1997 as the People’s Liberation Army’s designated marksman rifle. It is a relatively compact DMR, utilizing a bullpup configuration and chambered to accommodate the heavy DAP-87 round. The weapon is most effective at intermediate ranges, particularly when equipped with the JFM-4 (4X) scope.

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JGM-4 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

Coyote (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

LS06 Suppressor Barrel

80

HD-33 (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

PRISMA (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

M39 EMR

  • Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 20
  • Unlock: 5,000 DMR Score

The M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle (EMR) is a highly modernized M14 designed to be utilized by USMC-designated marksmen. Issued with match-grade 7.62mm NATO long-range ammunition, the M39 is significantly lighter and more accurate than the original M14. The M39 is limited to semi-automatic fire, but supports a number of accessories.

Unlock Progression

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ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

Suppressor Barrel

80

HOLO (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

ACE 53 SV

  • Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 25
  • Unlock: 6,000 DMR Score

The ACE 53 SV features the same basic appearance and functionality as other firearms in the ACE line. However, this DMR is equipped with a longer barrel and fires heavy 7.62mm NATO rounds, resulting in greater stopping power and accuracy at range. The end result is a well-balanced DMR with somewhat excessive recoil.

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JGM-4 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

Coyote (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

LS06 Suppressor Barrel

80

HD-33 (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

PRISMA (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

SCAR-H SV

  • Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: Semi-Auto
  • Magazine Capacity: 20
  • Unlock: 7,000 DMR Score

Built on the versatile SCAR platform, the SCAR-H SV is not much different than the SCAR-H assault rifle, with both rifles firing the hard-hitting 7.62mmm NATO round. However, the SCAR-H SV features a longer barrel offering increased muzzle velocity, translating into greater effective range and stopping power.

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ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

10

Canted Ironsights Accessory

20

Angled Grip Underbarrel

30

Heavy Barrel Barrel

40

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

50

Laser Sight Accessory

60

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

70

Suppressor Barrel

80

HOLO (1X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

100

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

110

Muzzle Brake Barrel

120

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

130

Flashlight Accessory

140

Bipod Underbarrel

150

Compensator Barrel

160

Battlepacks are available for this class of weapon at the following kill counts: 210, 310, 360, 410, 460 and 510.

  • FLIR [IR 2x]
  • PRISMA [3.4x]
  • JGM-4 [4x]
  • COYOTE [RDS]
  • Folding Grip
  • Potato Grip
  • Green Laser Sight
  • LS06 Suppresor
  • PBS-4 Suppressor
  • Laser/Light Combo
  • R2 Suppressor
  • Tactical Light
  • Tri Beam Laser
  • HD-33 [1x]
  • Flash Hinder
  • Vertical Grip
  • IRNV [IR 1x]
  • KOBRA [RDS]
  • PKA-S [1x]
  • PK-A [3.4x]
  • PSO-1 [4x]