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All-rounder at LV 50: 5 of 5 final
Laser 5/5 Empty MuzzleEquipped 5/7 Redwell 5.56 Compensator BarrelEquipped 5/6 18" Ionic-8 Barrel UnderbarrelEquipped 9/10 Ironhold Angled Grip Optic 8/8 Empty StockEquipped 4/5 VAS Barrage-01 Stock Fire Mod 4/4 Empty Rear Grip 5/5 Empty MagazineEquipped 4/4 Blink-Chamber Fast Clip SC // WEAPON INTEL
GUNSMITH · LV 50
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Muzzle Redwell 5.56 Compensator LV 12 ×
Barrel 18" Ionic-8 Barrel LV 6 ×
Underbarrel Ironhold Angled Grip LV 3 ×
Stock VAS Barrage-01 Stock LV 10 ×
Magazine Blink-Chamber Fast Clip LV 4 ×
Laser
5 of 5 unlocked at LV 50 Unlock levels: under review LV 7 Convergence Box LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Steady Aim Laser) Unlocked Max 5
LV 18 2mw Adaptive Tactical LaserTactical laser: faster aiming in tactical stance (visible laser). (Tactical Laser) Unlocked Max 5
LV 25 5mW Lockstep LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Strelok Laser) Unlocked Max 5
LV 39 1mW Instinct Laser ArrayHandling laser: faster aiming and sprint-to-fire (visible laser). (Handling Laser) Unlocked Max 5
LV 45 3mW Motion Strike LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Stable Range Laser) Unlocked Max 5
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M8A1 FAQ What is the best M8A1 build? We have ready builds for the M8A1: mid range, prestige, all-rounder, long range. Pick a style and your weapon level in the lab above and we equip the right parts for that level, with stand-ins until the parts unlock.
What is the M8A1 max level? The M8A1 maxes out at weapon level 50. After that you can enter weapon prestige and unlock its prestige attachment.
How many attachments does the M8A1 have? We list 54 compatible attachments for the M8A1 across 9 slots, each with its unlock level and what it does.
What is the M8A1 prestige attachment? The prestige attachment is the MFS Striker Tactical Stock. It unlocks after you reach max level and enter weapon prestige.
Was the M8A1 changed recently? The last official change to the M8A1 was in Season 05 (2026-07-22). The patch notes have changed it 6 times since launch — all listed in the History tab.
What are the alternatives to the M8A1? In the same class: M34 NOVALINE, WARDEN 308, KRS-7.62. Each has its own page with level-by-level builds.
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18" Ionic-8 Barrel Barrel
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Redwell 5.56 Compensator Muzzle
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G7-Launch Grip Rear Grip
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Ironhold Angled Grip Underbarrel
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5.56 NATO Overpressured Fire Mods
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M8A1 Mid Range
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18" Ionic-8 Barrel Barrel Unlocked at Weapon Level 6.
Redwell 5.56 Compensator Muzzle Unlocked at Weapon Level 12.
G7-Launch Grip Rear Grip Unlocked at Weapon Level 33.
Ironhold Angled Grip Underbarrel Unlocked at Weapon Level 3.
5.56 NATO Overpressured Fire Mods Unlocked at Weapon Level 15.
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MFS Striker Tactical Stock Stock
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Redwell 5.56 Compensator Muzzle
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Ironhold Angled Grip Underbarrel
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18" Ionic-8 Barrel Barrel
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VAS Barrage-01 Stock Stock
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Prestige
Official prestige attachment with supporting cross-checked pieces.
MFS Striker Tactical Stock Stock Reach maximum Weapon Level and Prestige the weapon.
Redwell 5.56 Compensator Muzzle Unlocked at Weapon Level 12.
Ironhold Angled Grip Underbarrel Unlocked at Weapon Level 3.
18" Ionic-8 Barrel Barrel Unlocked at Weapon Level 6.
VAS Barrage-01 Stock Stock Unlocked at Weapon Level 10.
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Redwell 5.56 Compensator Muzzle
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Ironhold Angled Grip Underbarrel
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18" Ionic-8 Barrel Barrel
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VAS Barrage-01 Stock Stock
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Blink-Chamber Fast Clip Magazine
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Editor path from cross-checked unlock track (early slot representatives).
Redwell 5.56 Compensator Muzzle Unlocked at Weapon Level 12.
Ironhold Angled Grip Underbarrel Unlocked at Weapon Level 3.
18" Ionic-8 Barrel Barrel Unlocked at Weapon Level 6.
VAS Barrage-01 Stock Stock Unlocked at Weapon Level 10.
Blink-Chamber Fast Clip Magazine Unlocked at Weapon Level 4.
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MFS Striker Tactical Stock Stock
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M8A1 prestige launch path
Editor recommended because this is the officially named Prestige Attachment for M8A1.
MFS Striker Tactical Stock Stock Reach maximum Weapon Level and Prestige the weapon.
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