Careful Call of Duty: Vanguard players will likely gravitate toward the M1 Garand, the game’s simplest marksman rifle. A series staple, the Garand will be immediately familiar to sniper-oriented strategies. However, with the right attachments, the rifle becomes a shockingly powerful mid-range weapon. Here’s a look at our favorite loadout, attachments, and perks to get the most out of the M1 Garand.
What’s the best M1 Garand loadout in Call of Duty: Vanguard?
The best M1 Garand loadout in Call of Duty: Vanguard will make the most of the weapon’s mid-range power and accuracy. As an early-game marksman rifle, the Garand will be your go-to for both medium and long-range engagements until later weapons are unlocked. However, in the right hands — and with the right attachments — this simple rifle can adapt to almost any situation.
For our M1 Garand loadout, we chose the following attachments:
- Muzzle: Scythe Compensator
- Barrel: Cooper 21″ Shrouded
- Optic: MK 3 Mod. 2 Sunfilter
- Stock: Cooper Adjustable
- Rear Grip: Fabric Grip
- Magazine: .30-06 16 Round Mags
- Ammo Type: Lengthened
- Underbarrel: SMLE Pistol Grip
This M1 Garand loadout is based on making a solid all-rounder. The compensator and adjustable stock combine to reduce the weapon’s wonky recoil, while the pistol grip and rear fabric grip help keep you mobile. Finally, the 16-round magazines will prevent frequent reloads while the lengthened ammo ensure the weapon still has plenty of punch.
Best M1 Garand Perks
Our choices for the best perks to use with the Garand are:
- Perk 1: Ninja
- Perk 2: Tracker
- Perk 3: Double Time
Given that the M1 Garand isn’t exactly as nimble as other weapons, this loadout benefits from perks based around careful play. Double Time specifically allows you to sprint out of hairy close-quarters situations where the Garand isn’t at its best. Similarly, Ninja makes it easier to stay out of sight, while Tracker helps make sure you aren’t caught by surprise.
Looking for even more hot loadouts? Be sure to check our our picks for the STG44 assault rifle as well as the MG42 LMG. And if you haven’t yet earned your favorite weapon, here’s a look at weapon unlocks for each level.
