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SG 553R changes in Battlefield 6

Latest change Season 3: High-Value Target (Phase 3) ·

  • 3documented changes
  • 2patches
  • 1buff
  • 2nerfs
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3 changes across 2 patches, newest first

Season 3: High-Value Target (Phase 3) Tuesday, 30 June 2026

  • NERFSG 553RWeapon Ballistic Changes · Muzzle Velocity Adjustmentsverified

    SG 553R: Muzzle Velocity decreased from 519 m/s to 483 m/s

    The SG 553R's bullets travel a little slower, so you need to lead moving targets more and aim a bit higher at range.

    Muzzle Velocity Adjustments: SG 553R: Decreased from 519 m/s to 483 m/s (-6.94%)

    • SG 553R: Decreased from 519 m/s to 483 m/s (-6.94%)
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  • BUFFSG 553RRecoil Consistency Changes · Recoil Variation Adjustmentsverified

    SG 553R: Recoil Variation decreased from 43.3° to 35.8°

    The SG 553R's recoil varies less from shot to shot, so its kick is more predictable and easier to control.

    Recoil Variation Adjustments: SG 553R: Decreased from 43.3° to 35.8° (-17.3%)

    • SG 553R: Decreased from 43.3° to 35.8° (-17.3%)
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Season 2: Extreme Measures (Phase 1) Tuesday, 17 February 2026

  • NERFSG 553RWeaponsverified

    SG 553R: Increased recoil to limit effectiveness at range and better align with its strong close-range performance

    The SG 553R kicks harder, so it is less effective at range while staying strong up close.

    SG 553R: Increased recoil to limit effectiveness at range and better align with its strong close-range performance.

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