Vehicles are the backbone of Battlefield 6’s large-scale warfare. Whether you’re commanding a Main Battle Tank, piloting an Attack Helicopter, or defending the skies in a Mobile AA, the right loadout can completely shift the momentum of a match. This guide breaks down the best vehicle setups for every combat role — balancing offense, defense, and survivability.
How Vehicle Loadouts Work
Every vehicle in Battlefield 6 offers three customizable slots that unlock as you progress with its Mastery Level. These slots cover:
- Primary and secondary weapons
- Utility equipment
- Upgrades and countermeasures
You’ll also have a gunner seat in most vehicles with its own independent weapon and gadget loadout. While Light Transports and Jets are fixed, major combat vehicles like MBTs, IFVs, Attack Helicopters, and Mobile AAs can be fine-tuned to your playstyle.
1. Main Battle Tanks (M1A2 SEPV3 / LEO A4)
The heavy hitters of Battlefield 6, MBTs dominate ground combat and form the spearhead of any push. Below are two specialized builds — one for destroying armor, and another for suppressing infantry.
Anti-Armor Tank Build
Driver
- Primary: Multi-Purpose HE Shell
- Alternate: Armor-Piercing Shell
- Secondary: Coaxial Heavy Machine Gun
- Equipment: Projectile Intercept System
- Upgrade: Reinforced Plating
Gunner
- Weapon: Light Machine Gun
- Equipment: Mine Countermeasures
This configuration maximizes tank-to-tank dominance. The Armor-Piercing Shell tears through enemy armor, while the Projectile Intercept System shields you from incoming missiles or grenades for a short window — perfect for surviving ambushes. Reinforced Plating further boosts health at the cost of speed, but that trade-off is worth it in armor duels.
Anti-Infantry Tank Build
Driver
- Primary: High Explosive Shell
- Alternate: Multi-Purpose HE Shell
- Secondary: Coaxial Light Machine Gun
- Equipment: Emergency Repair
- Upgrade: Enhanced Loading Systems
Gunner
- Weapon: Grenade Launcher
- Equipment: Mine Countermeasures
Why It Works:
This setup turns the MBT into a walking fortress against infantry swarms. HE Shells inflict devastating splash damage, while Emergency Repair lets you recover mid-battle from immobilization or heavy hits. Enhanced Loading Systems keeps your cannon firing faster for better area denial.
2. Infantry Fighting Vehicles (M3A3 Bradley / STRF 09 A4)
IFVs bridge the gap between tanks and transports — fast, flexible, and deadly in skilled hands. These loadouts help you adapt to both vehicle and infantry threats.
Anti-Armor IFV Build
Driver
- Primary: Armor-Piercing Shell
- Secondary: Lock-Guided Missile
- Equipment 1: Thermal-Blocking Smoke
- Equipment 2: Counter-Fire Radar
- Upgrade: Reinforced Plating
Gunner
- Weapon: Heavy Machine Gun
This build is ideal for hit-and-run harassment against heavier vehicles. Use Lock-Guided Missiles from range, retreat behind Thermal Smoke to break enemy locks, and rely on Counter-Fire Radar to reveal anyone firing at you. You’ll rarely win head-on tank fights, but you can outmaneuver them.
Anti-Infantry IFV Build
Driver
- Primary: High Explosive Shell
- Secondary: Light Rockets
- Equipment 1: Emergency Repair
- Equipment 2: Threat Detector
- Upgrade: Field Maintenance
Gunner
- Weapon: Light Machine Gun
This setup reinforces the IFV’s core role: infantry suppression. HE Shells clear objectives, Light Rockets deliver quick follow-up bursts, and Threat Detector helps expose hidden enemies nearby. Field Maintenance accelerates reload and repair cycles, letting you sustain longer pushes.
3. Attack Helicopters (M77E Falchion / Panthera KHT)
These aerial predators specialize in precision strikes but require constant movement to survive. The following two builds tailor your helicopter for either armor hunting or infantry assault.
Anti-Armor Helicopter Build
Driver
- Primary: Heavy Rockets
- Secondary: Aim-Guided Missiles
- Equipment: Target Detection
- Upgrade: Radar System
Heavy Rockets hit hard against tanks, and Aim-Guided Missiles expand your engagement range. Activate Target Detection before an attack run to highlight enemies, then pull away to safety. The Radar System extends detection range — ideal for ambushing armor columns.
Anti-Infantry Helicopter Build
Driver
- Primary: Light Rockets
- Secondary: Anti-Air Missile
- Equipment: Emergency Repair
- Upgrade: Targeting Interference
This configuration offers better survivability in chaotic zones. Light Rockets provide wider splash coverage for soft targets, while Targeting Interference disrupts lock-ons from Stingers and other guided weapons. Emergency Repair gives you a lifeline when you’ve taken heavy damage.
4. Mobile Anti-Air (Cheetah 1A2 / GE-26 PAX)
The Mobile AA dominates the skies — or at least keeps them clear. While not built for tank combat, it’s invaluable for protecting ground troops from air harassment.
Anti-Air Loadout
- Primary: High Velocity AA Shell
- Equipment: Thermal-Blocking Smoke
- Upgrade: Systems Upgrade
The High Velocity Shell excels at hitting fast-moving jets, while Thermal Smoke breaks locks and gives you a window to reposition. The Systems Upgrade extends radar range and shortens cooldowns, keeping you in control of the airspace.
Anti-Infantry Loadout
- Primary: Multi-Purpose AA Shell
- Equipment: Emergency Repair
- Upgrade: Enhanced Loading Systems
Although the AA’s main role is air denial, this loadout lets you shred ground infantry. The Multi-Purpose Shell provides balanced damage output, while Enhanced Loading Systems boosts reload speed for rapid suppressive fire. Use Emergency Repair to recover between skirmishes.
Pro Tips to Improve Vehicle Performance
Coordinate with Your Gunner
The most effective crews pair complementary gear — for example, a driver’s anti-armor setup supported by a gunner’s anti-infantry tools. Communication can turn a strong vehicle into a near-unstoppable force.
Stay Mobile
Stationary vehicles are easy prey for C5s, rockets, and airstrikes. Always reposition after engagements, even if you win the fight.
Map Awareness
Wide-open maps like Liberation Peak reward tanks and air units, while dense urban maps demand agile vehicles like IFVs and Attack Helos. Adapt your loadout before deployment.
Combined Arms Strategy
Vehicles thrive with infantry support. Engineers can repair and defend you; Assault players clear RPG threats; and Support troops resupply ammo for prolonged dominance.
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Mastering vehicle combat in Battlefield 6 isn’t just about piloting skill — it’s about loadout synergy, awareness, and coordination. Specialize your vehicles for specific tasks instead of building generalists, and you’ll notice the difference immediately. Whether you’re crushing defenses with an MBT or tearing through the skies in a Falchion, these optimized loadouts will keep you one step ahead on every battlefield. Play Now!
