Best M4A1 XDefiant Loadout: Build, Attachments, How to Unlock

Here's the best M4A1 XDefiant loadout, including the best build, attachments, and a look at the overall weapon stats.

The M4A1 is an iconic assault rifle in many first-person shooter games. In XDefiant, the M4A1 is the default starting AR, and it boasts some impressive stats on the base weapon without any attachments. However, using our best meta M4A1 loadout in XDefiant, you can get a little more out of the weapon.

Best M4A1 XDefiant loadout

  • Muzzle: Muzzle Booster
  • Barrel: Stabilizing
  • Front Rail: Leather Wrapped
  • Optics: Reflex
  • Magazine: Fast Mag

Weapon Stats

Using the weapon attachments listed above, here are the stats you’ll be looking at on the M4A1:

  • Damage: 17/16/14
  • Rate of Fire: 743 RPM
  • Sprint out Time: 293.7 ms
  • ADS Time Reduction: 296.4 ms
  • Aim Stability: 17%
  • Magazine: 35
  • Reload Time: 1116.5 ms

How to Unlock the M4A1 in XDefiant

The M4A1 is the default assault rifle in XDefiant, meaning it’s unlocked from the start of the game at level one. Players can choose to use the preset loadout or create a custom loadout for this weapon without leveling up at all.

Best M4A1 Alternatives in XDefiant

A good alternative to the M4A1 in XDefiant is the ACR 6.8. While the M4A1 is one of the most powerful assault rifles in XDefiant, it is secondary to the ACR in terms of raw firepower. However, what you choose should come down to personal preference and playstyle.

For more on XDefiant, be sure to check out these other guides:

All Weapons in XDefiant | Best XDefiant AK-47 loadout | Best XDefiant ACR 6.8 loadout