PUBG Mobile AR Attachment Guide

Alexa Hunter

12/11/2025

Assault Rifles (ARs) have always been the backbone of PUBG Mobile combat. Whether you’re rushing through hot drops, spraying through smoke, or clutching the final circle, the right AR setup can make or break your game. But after the recent 4.1 Frosty Funland update, the way ARs perform has changed dramatically. Damage now falls off faster at long range, and bullets lose speed the farther they fly — making long-range sprays less reliable. The update rewards controlled bursts and mid-range fights rather than wild long-range fire.

To keep up, you need the right attachments. The correct combination can turn any AR into a recoil-free laser. This guide explains how the 4.1 changes affect gameplay, what each attachment does, and which loadouts perform best in the current meta. Also, If you’re a regular player and want to buy UC, LootBar makes it fast and easy to top up your account and grab the skins or crates you need.

How Update 4.1 Changed ARs

The Frosty Funland update brought snow, animals, and new events — but the most important changes were to gun mechanics.

Here’s what’s different:

Damage Drop-Off: AR bullets lose power past roughly 150–200 meters. You’ll deal less damage the farther your target is.
Slower Bullet Speed: Bullets travel slower, so you’ll need to lead moving targets more accurately.
FAMAS Improvement: The FAMAS can now equip extended magazines, making it more practical for ranked matches.
DMR Adjustments: DMRs such as the SKS feel steadier, making them strong partners for ARs.
Shotgun Tuning: Shotguns hit slightly softer, allowing ARs to dominate close combat again.

Result: mid-range fights now define the meta. Controlled bursts and good recoil management win games; long-range full sprays are less efficient.

Muzzle Attachments — Recoil Starts Here

The muzzle is the first step to controlling your AR. It manages vertical and horizontal recoil, flash, and sound.

Compensator: The most effective option. It cuts both upward and sideways recoil, keeping your spray tight.
Flash Hider: Hides muzzle flash and slightly reduces recoil — useful when peeking from cover.
Suppressor: Keeps you off the minimap by quieting gunfire but doesn’t reduce recoil much.
Barrel Extender: Increases bullet velocity and improves range consistency.
Muzzle Brake: The best one to enhance stability.

Best Pick: Compensator / Muzzle Brake. Always grab it when possible; it makes any AR feel smoother and more predictable.

Foregrips — Taming Your Spray

Foregrips attach to the lower rail and make a massive difference in spray stability. They reduce kick, shake, and aim recovery time.

Common Grip Types

Vertical Grip: Reduces vertical recoil. Ideal for long, full-auto sprays.
Half Grip: Balances recoil reduction and recovery speed between bursts.
Angled Grip: Reduces horizontal recoil and speeds up aim-down-sight (ADS) time.
Thumb Grip: Increases ADS speed; perfect for aggressive, fast fights.
Light GriP / Ergonomic Grip: Improves weapon steadiness but provides less raw recoil control.

Foregrip Compatibility

Not every AR supports grips:

Supports Grips: M416, SCAR-L, Beryl M762.
No Grip Slot: AKM, FAMAS, Groza.

Best Pick: Vertical or Half Grip. Both work best for consistent mid-range control.

Stocks — Keep Your Aim Steady

Stocks reduce weapon sway and improve aim stability while ADS.

Stock Options

Tactical Stock: Reduces aim wobble and steadies your ADS movement — the best choice.
Heavy Stock: Offers slightly more recoil reduction but slows aiming and movement.

If your weapon allows it, the Tactical Stock is always worth picking up.

Magazines — More Bullets, Faster Reloads

ARs burn through ammo fast. The right magazine keeps you in the fight instead of stuck reloading.

Extended Quickdraw Mag: Extra bullets + faster reload.
Quickdraw Mag: Faster reload only.
Extended Mag: More bullets but standard reload speed.
Drum Mag: Huge capacity but slow reload.

Best Pick: Extended Quickdraw Mag every time.

Sights — Match Range to Fight

Since most battles now happen at mid-range, choose your optics accordingly.

Red Dot / Holo: Perfect for close quarters (< 50 m).
2× or 3×: Great for mid-range sprays (50–150 m).
4×: Best all-around option — usable for both close and medium range control.
6× / 8×: Ideal for tap or burst fire only — not for full auto.
Canted Sight: Quick swap between close and mid-range sights.

Best Pick: 4× Scope paired with a Canted Red Dot for flexibility.

Best AR Loadouts

M416 — The All-Round King

Muzzle: Compensator
Grip: Half Grip or Vertical Grip
Stock: Tactical Stock
Magazine: Extended Quickdraw Mag
Sight: 4× + Canted Red Dot

AKM — The Raw Power

Muzzle: Compensator or Suppressor
Magazine: Extended Quickdraw Mag or Drum Mag
Sight: Red dot / Holo for close range, 3× Scope for controlled taps

SCAR-L — Smooth and Stable

Muzzle: Supressor
Grip: Angled or Half Grip
Magazine: Extended Quickdraw Mag
Sight: 3x / 4× Scope

Beryl M762 — High Recoil, High Reward

Muzzle: Compensator

Grip: Vertical or Angled Grip

Magazine: Extended Quickdraw Mag

Sight: Red dot / 3× / 4x Scope

FAMAS — Buffed and Ready

Muzzle: Compensator or Barrel Extender
Magazine: Extended Quickdraw Mag / Drum Mag
Sight: Red Dot or 2x scope

Groza — Airdrop Beast

Muzzle: Suppressor
Magazine: Extended Quickdraw or Drum Mag
Sight: Red dot / 2x / 3× Scope

Pro Tips for Smarter Fights

Loot Priority: Muzzle → Magazine → Grip → Sight → Stock (if your gun supports one).
Use Burst or Tap Fire for long ranges — bullets slow down over distance.
Pair AR + DMR: An M416 with an SKS or Mini 14 covers all ranges with shared ammo.
Practice in Training Mode: Spray walls to learn each gun’s pattern post-4.1.
Sight Setup: Swap instantly between red dot and 4× without changing guns

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Conclusion — Build Smart, Shoot Smarter

The 4.1 Frosty Funland update shifted PUBG Mobile AR combat from brute-force spraying to true gun control. Damage drops and slower bullets mean skill and attachments now define victory. Even small upgrades, a compensator here, a half grip there, can turn your gun into a precision tool.

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