If you want a rapid-fire weapon that blends the features of an assault rifle and a submachine gun in XDefiant, then the MDR is a top choice.
You can unlock this automatic rifle at rank 10 in the Preseason Battle Pass, and just like other guns, it’s crucial to figure out the best MDR loadout.
While effective in close-quarters combat, the MDR struggles with damage range and recoil control.
Therefore, in this ONE Esports guide, we provide you with a detailed breakdown of the best MDR loadout in the game.
Shred your foes with this best MDR loadout
First of all, it’s worth noting that MDR has a lot of vertical recoil off the bat. Therefore, we highly suggest equipping the Heavy Barrel, especially if you’ve just unlocked this rifle, as this attachment bumps up both horizontal and vertical recoil control.
When it comes to the Stock, the padded is a good choice, helping with the ADS flinch control as well as the stability when you are shooting while aiming down sight.
When combined with the Heavy Grip, aiming down sights and shooting becomes exceptionally smooth. Furthermore, when under fire, you’ll benefit from almost no flinch deviation and improved horizontal recoil control.
We don’t recommend using the iron sights as this game has a lot of visual recoils. Instead, pair this weapon with an optic like the Reflex or Holo to gain a clear line of sight.
Finally, the Vertical Grip brings down the vertical recoil of the weapon at the cost of a 10% rate of fire. You can replace this attachment with a Quick or a 40-round Mag if you want to avoid reloading the weapon during crucial moments.
Best MDR loadout in XDefiant
- Barrel: Heavy Barrel
- Front Rail: Vertical Grip
- Rear Grip: Heavy Grip
- Optic: Reflex Sight
- Stock: Padded Stock
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