Attachments tuned:Vulcan Minigun ×2
Source: official patch notes ↗Weapons / Sniper Rifle
XR-3 ION
1 · PICK YOUR STYLE
2 · SET YOUR WEAPON LEVEL
All-rounder at LV 44: 5 of 5 final
Level
LV 44
144
Unlocked 43/43
Complete
SC // WEAPON INTEL
GUNSMITH · LV 44
LOADOUT BUILDER
Your build · 5/5
S100/100 · Excellent100% match with our All-rounder build
MuzzleLTI Triad SuppressorLV 4
Barrel21" LTI Infinity BarrelLV 6
UnderbarrelStalwart-5 HandguardLV 3
StockLTI Collapsed StockLV 9
MagazinePhantom-V Fast MagLV 8
Laser
5 of 5 unlocked at LV 44
LV 7Convergence Box LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Steady Aim Laser)Unlocked
LV 152mw Adaptive Tactical LaserTactical laser: faster aiming in tactical stance (visible laser). (Tactical Laser)Unlocked
LV 221mW Instinct Laser ArrayHandling laser: faster aiming and sprint-to-fire (visible laser). (Handling Laser)Unlocked
LV 315mW Lockstep LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Strelok Laser)Unlocked
LV 373mW Motion Strike LaserSteady laser: steadier aim while aiming down sights. (Stable Range Laser)Unlocked
PERFORMANCE
Damage range
Waiting for a verified source.
Latest balance changes
Full history (7)Attachments tuned:MFS 3x3 CompensatorExposed-73 StockConvergence Box Laser
Source: official patch notes ↗Alternatives in this class
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XR-3 ION FAQ
What is the best XR-3 ION build?
We have ready builds for the XR-3 ION: prestige, all-rounder, fast ads. 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 XR-3 ION max level?
The XR-3 ION maxes out at weapon level 44. After that you can enter weapon prestige and unlock its prestige attachment.
How many attachments does the XR-3 ION have?
We list 48 compatible attachments for the XR-3 ION across 10 slots, each with its unlock level and what it does.
What is the XR-3 ION prestige attachment?
The prestige attachment is the MFS 3x3 Compensator. It unlocks after you reach max level and enter weapon prestige.
Was the XR-3 ION changed recently?
The last official change to the XR-3 ION was in Season 05 (2026-08-19). The patch notes have changed it 7 times since launch — all listed in the History tab.
What are the alternatives to the XR-3 ION?
In the same class: VS RECON, Hawker HX, Strider 300. Each has its own page with level-by-level builds.
OFFICIAL BALANCE HISTORY · 7 UPDATES
From each season's official patch notes. Damage-range changes are shown as direction only; other changes as written.
Attachments tuned:Vulcan Minigun ×2
Source: official patch notes ↗Attachments tuned:MFS 3x3 CompensatorExposed-73 StockConvergence Box Laser
Source: official patch notes ↗Attachments tuned:Explosive Bullets Mod ×4
Source: official patch notes ↗Attachments tuned:21" LTI Infinity Barrel15" Fringe Barrel19" Revolution BarrelStalwart-5 HandguardPhantom-V Fast MagLethal Absorb StockLightshield StockL9 Vertigo GripL.T. Sling GripTransit Ion Grip1mW Instinct Laser Array
Source: official patch notes ↗- Improved shot queuing window to prevent accidental follow-up bursts.
- Received Flinch reduced from .85N to 0.75N.
- Bullet Velocity improved from 900m/s to 1200m/s.
- Aim Down Sight Speed improved from 650ms to 600ms.
- Reduced Idle Sway.
- Improved stability when jumping and landing.
Attachments tuned:MFS 3x3 Compensator ×35mw Lockstep LaserQuick Charge ×4
Source: official patch notes ↗Attachments tuned:21" LTI Infinity Barrel17" XR-Adapt Barrel19" Revolution Barrel ×6Overload Capacity Mag ×2Mammoth Stack Extended ×2Phantom-V Fast Mag ×2L9 Vertigo GripLTI Collapsed Stock ×22mw Adaptive Tactical Laser3mW Motion Strike LaserQuick Charge ×2
Source: official patch notes ↗