Players have yet to come around fully, but the MK 20 SSR is not only the best marksman rifle, but also one of the most powerful weapons in XDefiant.
According to stats provided by TrueGameData, the MK 20 SSR has a faster time-to-kill speed up to 35 meters away than the ACR 6.8, AK-47, M16A4, and M60. You must consider that the MK 20 SSR is a single-shot rifle with only a 10-bullet magazine. However, if you are accurate with your aim, it’s possible to take down an enemy in two shots, or even one on an already weakened enemy. This marksman rifle requires a bit of a learning curve, as you will get punished with missed shots.
Despite being a marksman rifle, the MK 20 SSR does not thrive in long-range engagements. A massive damage dropoff after 40 meters means you should prioritize shorter gunfights. In saying that, it’s hard to find a better weapon than the MK 20 SSR offers from most ranges.
Best MK 20 SSR loadout and class setup in XDefiant
- Muzzle: Barrel Extender
- Front Rail: Pistol
- Optics: Reflex
- Magazine: Fast Mag
- Stock: Lightweight
Our loadout focuses on making the MK 20 SSR more mobile without sacrificing recoil control or damage range. This marksman rifle barely moves when firing, so all the attachments can be used in other areas. As mentioned earlier, the weapon only has 10 bullets per magazine, so the fast mag improves reload times. All of the other attachments improve ADS and movement speed. \
Best faction to use for the MK 20 SSR
The Libertad faction works with every weapon, as it’s always helpful to have abilities that heal you and your teammates throughout a match. But we wouldn’t recommend using the Echelon Faction, as the stealthy skills are more useful while using an SMG. Since the MK 20 SSR thrives in medium-range engagements, using the Phantoms or Cleaners Faction makes the most sense.
As a Cleaner, the MK 20 SSR deals more damage and kills from further away thanks to the incendiary rounds passive ability. Additionally, the Incinerator Drone is great for drawing enemies out from behind cover and the Firebomb is one of the best grenade options in the game. For the cherry on top, the Purifier Ultra ability is a flamethrower that melts players almost instantaneously.
