Unlocked at Tier 31 in the Season Three Battle Pass, the SKS is a hard hitting, fast-firing, and agile weapon that focuses on utility over accuracy. The SKS comes equipped with 20-round magazines with manageable recoil; well-placed shots will make quick work of enemy players.

Its unique Gunsmith options give you the power to tailor this classic DMR into a weapon that best fits your playstyle.

Utility Tool

Primary: SKS — Utility Tool (Tier 100)

Secondary: Renetti w/ Mk3 Burst Mod (Tier 15)

Perks: Warzone: Cold-Blooded, Ghost, Tracker / Multiplayer: Scavenger, Ghost, Amped

Field Upgrade: Stopping Power Rounds

The PU Scope’s 7x magnification is ideal for sniping support and it works well at mid-range. The FTAC Landmark improves the rifle’s damage range and bullet velocity for those long-distance engagements in Ground War and Warzone, with the FTAC Hunter-Scout adding stability to ensure that each shot hits its mark. And it’s snappy, too—Tac Laser and 10 Round Mags vastly increase the weapon’s handling speed so that you can react in a flash when timing matters most.

If the enemy attempts a flank, knock them down using the powerful Renetti with the Mk3 Burst Mod, and then get back to sniping. Our suggested Warzone perks ensure a low profile with tracking abilities. For Multiplayer, the handling speed can compete with the higher rate of engagements and devastate at long sight lines found in every map. Scavenger and Amped will keep you full on ammo and give you a fast weapon swap when needed.

Warzone Loadout Suggestions

1. Raid & Plunder

Primary: SKS

Scout Combat Optic, Bipod, SKS Rifle Stock, 30 Round Mags, Focus

Secondary: Renetti

Perks: Double Time, High Alert, Battle Hardened

Field Upgrade: Deployable Cover (*Field Upgrades are only useable in Plunder)

This mid-range loadout is ideal for the fast-paced action when you’re escaping the gas or on the move completing Contracts. The Scout Combat Optic functions well from a variety of distances, with added stability from the SKS Rifle Stock to help hit moving and far-off targets. Crouch or go prone to deploy the Bipod’s recoil control when you need to zero in. 30 Round Mags minimize your downtime, and Focus keeps you on target when taking damage.

Multiplayer Loadout Suggestion

1. Done For

Primary: SKS

G.I. Mini Reflex, Compensator, Commando Foregrip, 22” FSS M59/66, FMJ

Secondary: Launcher

Perks: E.O.D, Ghost, Amped

Killstreaks: Counter UAV, Cruise Missile, Sentry Gun

Field Upgrade: Munitions Box

What you give up in speed you make up for in recoil control, stability, and damage range in this Multiplayer-focused Gunsmith configuration. The G.I. Mini Reflex paired with the recoil minimizing Compensator and Commando Foregrip ensure highly stable and precise fire over successive shots. The 22” FSS M59/66 barrel maintains the rifle’s high damage output in long-range fights, and FMJ makes it more difficult for the enemy to find a safe haven behind cover.

Have fun using this weapon once you earn it at Tier 31 in the Season Three Battle Pass system, and keep tinkering in Gunsmith.

We’ll see you online.