Welcome to the ultimate sniper rifle guide for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6! In this breakdown, we will take a deep dive into all the base sniper rifles currently available in the game, analyzing their damage profiles, range, fire rate, bullet velocity, flinch resistance, and handling stats. Whether you prefer aggressive sniping or long-range precision shots, this guide will help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of each rifle and optimize your loadout accordingly.

Sniper Rifle Comparison

One-Hit Kill Zones and Maximum Damage Range

Each sniper rifle in Black Ops 6 has a designated one-shot kill zone and maximum damage range. Understanding these statistics is crucial for choosing the best rifle to suit your playstyle.

• Frost Line

oMax Damage Range: 63.5 meters

oOne-Shot Kill Zone: Torso and up (including arms)

oWith CHF Barrel: Extends one-shot kill zone to upper legs

• SVD

oMax Damage Range: 50.8 meters (shortest of the category)

oOne-Shot Kill Zone: Torso and up

oWith CHF Barrel: Extends one-shot kill zone to upper legs

• LR 762

oMax Damage Range: 76.2 meters

oOne-Shot Kill Zone: Knee and up

oWith CHF Barrel: Full-body one-shot kill

• AMR Mod 4

oMax Damage Range: 88.9 meters (longest in the category)

oOne-Shot Kill Zone: Torso and up

oWith CHF Barrel: Full-body one-shot kill

The SVD falls short in range compared to the others, making it less effective for long-range engagements. However, if you prefer quick follow-up shots, its high fire rate may compensate for this disadvantage.

Rate of Fire

• SVD – 120 RPM (fastest)

• AMR Mod 4 – 55 RPM

• Frost Line – 45 RPM

• LR 762 – 39 RPM (slowest)

The SVD's semi-automatic nature gives it a significant advantage in close to mid-range engagements, where rapid follow-up shots are necessary. The bolt-action rifles (Frost Line and LR 762) have much lower fire rates but deliver stronger damage and longer ranges.

Bullet Velocity

• LR 762 – 920 m/s (best)

• AMR Mod 4 – 880 m/s

• SVD – 860 m/s

• Frost Line – 800 m/s (worst)

A higher bullet velocity means faster travel time to the target, making long-range shots easier to land. The LR 762 leads in this category, making it the best choice for extreme-range engagements. However, the Frost Line's lower bullet velocity isn't a major concern unless engaging at very long distances.

Hip-Fire Accuracy

While hip-firing with sniper rifles is generally not advisable, some situations may require it. The AMR Mod 4 has slightly better hip-fire accuracy than the others, but in most cases, aiming down sights (ADS) is the better approach.

Flinch Resistance

• Frost Line, SVD, LR 762 – Higher flinch (worse for accuracy under fire)

• AMR Mod 4 – Slightly better flinch resistance

Flinch is a critical factor in sniper duels, affecting your aim when hit. The AMR Mod 4 has a slight edge in this category, making it more forgiving in gunfights where taking damage is inevitable.

Idle Sway

Idle sway affects your aim when not holding your breath. The values are as follows:

• LR 762 – Worst idle sway (harder to keep steady)

• SVD & AMR Mod 4 – Best idle sway (easier to control aim)

• Frost Line – Moderate sway

A higher idle sway makes it harder to land precise shots, making breath control and attachments more important when using the LR 762.

Recoil Comparison (Semi-Auto Rifles Only)

Between the two semi-automatic sniper rifles (SVD and AMR Mod 4):

• SVD has significantly higher recoil, both vertical and horizontal, with a lot of randomness.

• AMR Mod 4 has a more predictable recoil, mostly straight up with a slight leftward lean.

For players who prefer spam-firing, the AMR Mod 4 offers better recoil control, making it easier to land consecutive shots.

Default Optic Zoom Levels

• SVD – Highest zoom level

• AMR Mod 4 & Frost Line – Medium zoom

• LR 762 – Lowest zoom level

A higher zoom level provides better precision at long range but may limit situational awareness in close-quarters combat.

Handling Stats

Aim Down Sight (ADS) Time

• Frost Line – 535ms (fastest)

• LR 762 – 550ms

• SVD – 600ms

• AMR Mod 4 – 625ms (slowest)

A faster ADS speed allows for quicker target acquisition. The Frost Line is the best in this category, making it an excellent choice for aggressive sniping.

Swap Time

• LR 762 & SVD – 650ms (fastest)

• Frost Line – 700ms

• AMR Mod 4 – 775ms (slowest)

Faster swap times allow for quicker transitions to a secondary weapon, which can be useful in close-quarters situations.

Reload Time

The LR 762 has the fastest reload time among the bolt-action rifles, making it slightly more forgiving when needing to reload in combat. Detailed reload times with magazine attachments can be found in in-game menus.

Best Attachments for Sniper Rifles

Universal Attachments

• Extended Barrel (CHF Barrel) – Increases one-shot kill zone

• High-Caliber Rounds – Boosts damage consistency

• Fast Mag – Reduces reload time

• Flinch Resistance Stock – Helps with staying on target when hit

• Bullet Velocity Booster – Improves long-range effectiveness

Rifle-Specific Attachments

Frost Line

• Lightweight Stock – Increases movement speed

• Quick ADS Scope – Reduces aim-down-sight time

SVD

• Recoil Stabilizer – Controls excessive vertical recoil

• Tactical Laser – Reduces hip-fire spread for emergency close-quarters combat

LR 762

• Marksman Stock – Reduces idle sway

• Bipod – Provides better stability when crouching or prone

AMR Mod 4

• Heavy Barrel – Extends maximum damage range further

• Rapid-Fire Bolt – Increases rate of fire

Conclusion

Each sniper rifle in Black Ops 6 serves a unique role, from the fast-firing SVD to the long-range powerhouse AMR Mod 4. If you prefer an aggressive sniping style, the Frost Line or SVD will be your best bet, while traditional long-range snipers will appreciate the LR 762 and AMR Mod 4.

Experiment with attachments to find the best combination for your playstyle. Whether you're quick-scoping in 6v6 or locking down lanes in larger maps, there's a sniper rifle in Black Ops 6 suited to your needs. Happy sniping!

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