Battlefield 6 Best Close Range Loadout — PW5A3

The PW5A3 Submachine Gun (SMG) is the definitive close-range META weapon in Battlefield 6, instantly ranked #1 in the Close Range category. This build focuses on maximizing the weapon's mobility and high fire rate while maintaining laser-like stability for peak close-quarters battle (CQB) performance. By adding the Compensated Brake and Ribbed Stubby Grip, the PW5A3 transforms into a damage machine with unparalleled control. This is the simplest, most effective loadout for aggressive point-clearing and objective defense.

BF 6 PW5A3 Build

To make the PW5A3 unbeatable in CQB, the build focuses heavily on recoil management and sustained fire capability. The Compensated Brake and Ribbed Stubby Grip work together to eliminate vertical and horizontal movement, allowing you to hold down the trigger. The 245MM CUSTOM Barrel provides a slight boost to velocity, increasing the effective range without sacrificing handling, creating an SMG that feels like an assault rifle up close.

This 100/100 point build is the end-game configuration. The 40RND Magazine is crucial for multi-kill streaks, ensuring you can quickly take down a squad on a flag. We opt for IRON SIGHTS as the default sights are clean and save valuable Pick 100 points that are better spent on mobility and control attachments.

BF 6 PW5A3 Loadouts

The PW5A3 is the ideal weapon for the Assault or Recon classes, supporting their high-mobility roles. It provides the highest damage output in the 0-15 meter range, making it highly forgiving.

The Low Level loadout (70/100 points) is highly competitive early on. It utilizes the DOUBLE-PORT BRAKE (Level 13) and ALLOY VERTICAL Grip (Level 3) for quick control. The 5 MW RED Laser (Level 8) provides a great boost to hip-fire accuracy, a necessity for aggressive play, while the IMPROVED MAG CATCH (Level 12) speeds up reloads, keeping you in the fight.

How To Get & LvL Up PW5A3

The PW5A3 SMG is available to all players from the moment they start playing Battlefield 6, unlocked at Player Rank 1. It is the quintessential starting weapon for an aggressive playstyle.

To efficiently level up the PW5A3 and unlock its crucial attachments like the Ribbed Stubby Grip (Level 26) and 40RND Magazine (Level 28), focus on completing the following:

• High Volume of Fire: Play modes with dense objectives (like Breakthrough) where enemies are constantly clustered.
• Hipfire Kills: Focus on hip-firing at extremely close range to complete specific Mastery challenges and maximize XP.
• Mobility: Always use the fastest movement options (slide canceling, sprinting) to maintain engagement speed.

The PW5A3 is a pure short-range weapon. Stay in the tight hallways and close-range sections of the map to ensure consistent kills and rapid attachment unlocks.

Verdict

The PW5A3 is the undisputed #1 Close Range weapon in the game. It combines high mobility with a highly controllable fire rate, making it instantly effective and easily masterable. This loadout gives the SMG the recoil control necessary to dominate at slightly longer SMG ranges while retaining its devastating close-quarters lethality. If your goal is to clear objectives and stack up infantry kills, the PW5A3 is the only choice.