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Battlefield 6 Class Guide: Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon

Last updated: October 10, 2025

After Battlefield 2042's controversial shift from classes to specialists, the feedback was heard loud and clear as Battlefield 6 returns to its roots. The returning classes are Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon - all of which have unique traits and play an essential role to the team.

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Ok, let's explain the Battlefield 6 classes.

Signature Weapons, Traits, and Gadgets

Every class is defined by the following:

Signature Weapon - Passive benefits for certain weapon categories are assigned to each class. For examples, when using assault rifles with the Assault class, you'll switch to your assault rifle quicker as well as enjoy a shorter transition from walking to sprinting.
Signature Trait - Bonuses that are designed to overall make the class more efficient at their intended role. For example, the support class has a much quicker revive for their teammates.
Signature Gadget - Each class has gadgets exclusive to them. For example, the Engineer class gets a repair tool, while Recon has a motion sensor.

The "customizable" section refers to shared aspects between all classes. For example, you can share your Recon weapon loadout with your Support class. There is also a selection of gadgets and throwables which may be universally equipped. However, specific perks will not apply in this way. For example, if you use an SMG with the Recon class, you won't benefit from the Engineer's reduced hip fire spray with SMGs.

Battlefield 6 Assault Class

Assault soldiers is intended for those who may want to take matters into their own hands, and are generally frontline fighters built for aggressive pushes and fast-paced combat. With enhanced mobility and the Adrenaline Injector, they excel at rushing objectives and surviving chaotic encounters. If someone's going to carry the infantry combat - it's most likely Assault.

Signatures		Perk(s)
Weapon Type	Assault Rifle	Quicker weapon swap to AR, quicker transition from sprinting to shooting
Traits	Enhanced Mobility Weapon Versatility	Reduced fall damage, no movement speed penalty that occurs from falling Ability to carry an extra primary weapon (Some restrictions apply)
Gadgets	Adrenaline Injector Grenade Launchers & Flashbangs Assault Ladder Deploy Beacon Incendiary-Round Shotgun Breaching Projectile Launcher	Grants resistance to flash & stun effects, enhanced sprint speed, reduced explosive damage, and amplified hearing of enemy footsteps Grenade launchers (HE or Thermobaric rounds) & flash bangs to enable aggressive pushing Deployable ladder that can be used as a bridge between buildings, or ramp to climb up. Deployable spawn point for yourself and your squad. Bolt-action shotgun that sets either personnel or the ground on ablaze Launcher that fires breaching rounds - great for creating your own entrance.

Battlefield 6 Engineer Class

Engineers specialize in destroying and repairing vehicles, making them essential in vehicle-heavy battles. Their tools and explosive resistance make them the go-to class for keeping your team's armor alive, or dismantling the enemy’s. In order to successfully run vehicles with your friends, then you may want to ensure you have at least one engineer - but the more the merrier.

Signatures		Perk(s)
Weapon Type	Submachine Guns	Improved hip-fire control.
Trait	Explosive Damage Resistance	Reduced damage from explosions.
Gadgets	Repair Tool Rocket Launchers Anti-Vehicle Grenade Anti-Vehicle Mine EOD Bot Acoustic Sensor Anti-Vehicle Mine Vehicle Supply Crate	Tool for repairing friendly vehicles & assets, or damage enemies. Rocket launchers are crucial for disabling for enemy armor. Throwable grenade that explodes on impact with vehicles Mines that detonate once an enemy vehicle drives over it Remotely controllled robot for repairing vehicles & equipment, arming/disarming M-COM stations, and clearing/placing mines. A stationary gadget that performs a top-down attack on vehicles, which are located via audio (similar to proximity) sensors A pallet that is summoned for resupply (both inf. and vehicles) and quicker equipment cooldown for vehicles.

Battlefield 6 Support Class

Support players are the backbone of any squad, focused on healing, reviving, and supplying teammates. With LMGs and supply gadgets, they help sustain the fight and keep the front line moving forward. If your team's tickets are depleting quickly, then you may want to consider transitioning to Support.

Signatures		Perk(s)
Weapon Type	Light Machine Guns	Zero speed reduction from sprinting with the LMG.
Trait	Faster Revive	When stationary, Support is able to revive teammates more quickly.
Gadgets	Supply Bag/Pouch Deployable Cover Portable Mortar Intercept System Airburst Launcher Smoke Grenade Launcher	Deployable bag, or single-use pouch that both heals and resupplies teammates (incl. ammo & gadgets). If you find yourself in a tricky environment, the deployable shield may be essential to survival. Deployable mortar for firing high-explosive shells Deployable systems that may intercept heavy-duty projectiles (missiles, mortar/tank shells) or grenades (hand-thrown, launched) Launches incendiary grenades that can explode mid-flight, damaging enemies and providing some cover Smoke grenades for getting out of tricky situations, or to provide cover for reviving teammates/team pushes

Battlefield 6 Recon Class

Recon units provide critical battlefield intelligence and excel at long-range engagements. Equipped with sniper rifles, motion sensors, and stealthy tools, they control sightlines and disrupt the enemy from afar. This class is notably more effective on large maps - but don't be that person who stays in the back with no results to show.

Signatures		Perk(s)
Weapon Type	Sniper Rifles	Reduced scope sway, better breath-hold stability, and quicker cycling of the sniper rifle's bolt between shots.
Trait	Aim Spotting	Enemies are automatically spotted for your teammates when you aim down sights at them.
Gadgets	Motion Sensor Drone C4 Explosives Tracer Dart Sniper Decoy Anti-Personnel Mine	A throwable that gives visibility over enemy movement within proximity, seen on your minimap. Drone for aerial reconnaissance. Crucial for taking care of vehicles up and close. Allows for engineers to lock onto vehicles with their rocket launchers. Deployable dummy that can hide your scope glint with its own, and is immediately spotted for enemy distraction. Claymore mine, basically. Campers unite!