Best Sniper Rifles In BF1

Considered the Primary Weapon of the mobility-focused Scout Class, the Sniper Rifle in Battlefield 1 - set in the Great War - remains one of the most dangerous weapons in the FPS title. Unlike the support-oriented Medics and vanguard-leaning Assault Classes, the Scout can capitalize on range, making their Sniper Rifle of choice a determinant of how well they can perform in combat.

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Given the versatility of the Scout Class, the game's many Sniper Rifle options allow them to capitalize on specialized tools such as the spotting or blinding Flare Gun, the marking Trench Periscope, and even the attacker-revealing Sniper Decoys. With Sniper Rifles complementing the Scout's tactical-oriented toolkit, just which of these long-ranged weapons suit their playstyles best?

Updated August 29, 2024 by Rhenn Taguiam: With the near-future conflicts of Battlefield 2042 being the most recent story in the acclaimed Battlefield franchise, gamers who loved the FPS franchise might be seeking multiplayer firefights in more historical setups instead of setpieces closer to the modern day. As such, fans eagerly awaiting the next installment might want to get back to the historical realism of the Great War as presented in Battlefield 1 - specifically with its Snipers that, unlike their more modern counterparts, possess a realistic weight that matches their keen firepower.

For hopeful long-ranged specialists in the game, must-try Snipers include a rifle with decent performance if players can handle its infamous iron sights, a mid-ranged rifle with a decent rate of fire, the Sniper-oriented variant of an experimental rifle, and a quick-working Sniper known for its standout performance.

17 M1917 Enfield Infantry

A Decent Long-Ranged Option With A Challenge

Players who want to challenge their mettle as sniper rifle users should consider using the M1917 Enfield Infantry, a close-performing Sniper similar to the M1903 Infantry with a higher rate of fire and larger magazine, with a slight reload delay.

The only setback the M1917 Enfield can provide its users would be its infamous iron sights, which can deter its sweet spot range of 100 to 150 meters. However, players who manage to adjust to this disadvantage can find themselves with a consistently performing rifle. If players struggle with their headshots in this action-packed shooter, two-shot kills beyond their sweet spot range will become a preference.

16 Carcano M91 Patrol Carbine

A Fast-Firing Mid-Range Option

Players who want a rifle they can take into more active firefights might appreciate the fast-firing nature of the Carcano M91 Patrol Carbine. Its rate of fire should allow players to fire more consecutive shots more consistently compared to other rifles. Not only that, its nature as bolt-action provides players with more manageable moving accuracy, allowing them to strafe and hit shots in close range more efficiently.

The only setback of the Carcano M91 Patrol Carbine is its lack of overall “oomph.” Its damage is less remarkable than other Snipers, making pulling off one-shot kills and even pistol finishers trickier. For more consistent performance, it’s advisable to simply go for two-shot combos instead of aiming for a long-ranged kill - especially when enemies beyond ~100 meters might not be hit as consistently as players would like.

15 Mosin-Nagant M38 Carbine

Pre-Order For BF5 With Iron Sights

While essentially a copy of the Mosin-Nagant M91, players who pre-ordered the online standard or deluxe versions of Battlefield 5 can also get the Mosin-Nagant M38 Carbine as a pre-ordered bonus. Unlike the M91, the M38 Carbine boasts iron sights compared to the traditional Lens Sight, as well as 55 RPM compared to the M91’s 56 RPM.

Other stats are largely the same, but its compact size makes it more suitable for mid-to-long-ranged incursions. Considering the practicality of mid-ranged firefights in Battlefield 1, players who want to adopt a more active navigational role in their Battlefield experience may want to grab the M38 Carbine for more varied plays.

14 Mosin-Nagant M91

A Reasonable Alternative To The 1895 In Terms Of Performance

Players who want an alternative gun to play with their Battlefield experience may want to opt out of the Russian 1895 with the Mosin-Nagant M91. Its most notable aspect is its varied reload animations, forcing players to think more tactically about positioning and engagements as a certain number of bullets remaining can change the overall reload time of the overall weapon.

With this in mind, the M91 sits at 56 RPM, slightly lower than the 1895’s 64 RPM. However, it does partial reloads faster at.023s, while bullet drop and muzzle velocity remain largely the same. Players should use the M91 if they want an alternative to the Russian 1895, especially if they’re looking for a bit of a challenge with its reload variants.

13 Vetterli-Vitali M1870/87

The Best Companion Of An Aggressive Scout

Despite being a crowd favorite among sniper rifles in the game, the Vetterli-Vitali M1870/87 does suffer from the low muzzle velocity and manual reload animations that make it slow at times compared to other weapons in the Battlefield experience. The weapon also boasts two variants, an Infantry variant and a Carbine variant.

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The Infantry variant is much lighter, allowing players to control recoil better. Meanwhile, the heavier Carbine is more suitable for heavy-hitting medium-range incursions. In this regard, players may appreciate the Vetterli-Vitali for the versatility of its variants. Its overall ease of handling can make being a sniper more satisfying, which is perfect for aggressive matches.

12 Carcano M91 Carbine

Two-Shot Kill With Decent DPS Makes Misses More Manageable

At first glance, the more consistent damage profile of the Carcano M91 Carbine should allow the Scout to support its allies across all ranges, greatly boosting the survivability of otherwise more vulnerable teammates such as Medics. However, the Carcano M91 Carbine loses its luster when players realize it's not a guaranteed one-headshot kill at certain ranges, with the rather expansive range and lack of a "sweet spot" encouraging more aggressive plays than necessary for the Sniper Rifle.

Thankfully, the Carcano M91 Carbine does compensate for this with a guaranteed two-shot kill at any range, something that other Sniper Rifles don't always have. Its unique reload animation means players need to get used to the Carcano M91 Carbine's more unique aesthetic, but the proper positioning should help long-distance Scouts dominate the field.

11 Type 38 Arisaka Patrol

Decent ADS, Movement Speed Encourages Peek-Then-Cover Plays

Players who enjoy aggressive plays like a Scout that is in line with the same offensive-leaning strategies of the Assault Class may enjoy the Type 38 Arisaka Patrol. Compared to the base Infantry variant, the medium power scope and better movement accuracy of the Patrol incentivize more active plays as the team's resident sniper.

In combat, the Type 38 Arisaka Patrol can engage foes at long range via peek-cover strategies. Thanks to the improved speed, Arisaka users should be able to sneak an attack via peek, get back into cover for a reload, and quickly re-engage foes as soon as they peek back. However, the rather obstructive reload animation may put players at a disadvantage if enemies decide to rush towards them.

10 Lebel Model 1886

Closer Sweet Spot Elevates Riskier Multi-Range Plays

One of the most surprising aspects of the Lebel Model 1886 is its closer sweet spot, placing it as the Sniper Rifle just between the Russian 1895 and SMLE MKIII in terms of the most optimal distance. Its single-reload and post-reload delay can make the Lebel Model 1886 rather punishing when retreating, although the traditional strategy of switching back and forth between weapons can ease this reload conundrum.

Unlike other more consistent snipers in games like Battlefield 2042, the closer sweet spot of the Lebel Model 1886 encourages riskier close-ranged plays for Scouts. Players may like this aspect of the Lebel if they want to get up close into the action, especially if they have backups such as Assaults that can mow down enemies they spot.

9 M1917 Enfield Silenced

Further Sweet Spot Gives More Mobility To Players

Not including the rather atrocious iron sights of its Infantry variant, the M1917 Enfield Silenced can be a godsend to snipers who got used to Sniper Rifles from games like Ghost Recon: Wildlands, where long-distance plays can pay off at the hands of the right player. Granted, the 100-150-meter sweet spot in Battlefield 1 can be tough to achieve for first-timers, but at the hands of a specialist, this range can enable more versatile plays, especially for players who prefer hit-and-run playstyles.

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The long-distance incentive of the M1917 Enfield Silenced works with its inconvenient stripper clip reload, as players in the heat of combat may find themselves punished if enemies spot them. With the right backup, a Scout with the Enfield can have teammates lure enemies out of their positions for the quick kill, especially if they're confident with their headshots.

8 M1903 Springfield Sniper

Powerhouse Long-Ranged Option

While the M1903 Springfield Experimental is arguably among the best Snipers in-game due to its versatility, the sheer long-ranged power of the M1903 Springfield Sniper makes it among the best long-ranged sniping options in the title. Its 100 to 150-meter sweet spot range and high bullet velocity allow it to contend with the Russian 1895, making the Springfield Sniper a heavy hitter when appropriately used.

Its bullet drop makes the M1903 Springfield Sniper especially useful when one-shotting long-ranged targets with the proper setup. While some note it is heavier in terms of “feel” compared to other sniper rifles in the game, players who love to kill enemies at a more comfortable distance won’t feel as compelled to get too close for comfort with the M1903 Springfield Sniper.