All Game Items - Battlefield 4

Overview

Battlefield 4 offers thousands of items across weapons, gadgets, attachments, vehicle upgrades, cosmetics, and progression systems. This guide covers every major category, explaining how to obtain each item, when it’s most useful, and any important synergies or upgrade paths. Items are tied to class progression, vehicle unlocks, Battlepacks, and Assignments.

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1. Weapons

Weapons are divided into Primary, Secondary, Gadgets, and Grenades. Each class (Assault, Engineer, Support, Recon) has access to specific primaries and gadgets.

1.1 Primary Weapons

Weapon Class	Examples	Class Access	How to Obtain	When Useful	Synergies / Upgrades
Assault Rifles	AK-12, M16A4, ACE 23	Assault only	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	General infantry combat; best at medium range. Pairs with Medkit/Defibrillator.	Use with Magnifier or 4x scope for mid-range. Underbarrel Shotgun for close quarters.
Carbines	AK-5C, MTAR-21	All classes (shared)	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	Versatile; used when you want a compact weapon on any class. Good for Engineer (repair tool).	Attachments like Heavy Barrel + Stubby Grip for accuracy.
PDWs (Personal Defense Weapons)	P90, MP7, AS VAL	All classes (shared)	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	Close quarters combat (CQC). Ideal for Support or Recon with close-range playstyle.	Use with Laser Sight + Suppressor. High rate of fire synergy.
Shotguns	870 MCS, Saiga 12	All classes (shared)	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	Extreme close range; one-shot potential. Best on small maps or indoors.	Flechette rounds for more range. Pairs with Smoke Grenade to close distance.
LMGs (Light Machine Guns)	M249, PKP Pecheneg	Support only	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	Suppression; bipod for long-range sustained fire. Excellent for defending objectives.	Use with Bipod and 3.4x scope. Combine with Ammo Box for infinite ammo.
DMRs (Designated Marksman Rifles)	Mk 11 MOD 0, SVD-12	Recon, Engineer, Support	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	Long-range single-shot damage; medium scope. Better than sniper rifles for aggressive play.	Match with a Carbine or PDW for close backup. Use Straight Pull Bolt (if available) for faster follow-ups.
Sniper Rifles	SRR-61, L96A1, CS-LR4	Recon only	Unlock via class score or Battlepacks	Extreme long-range; one-shot headshot. Recon’s primary tool.	Use 40x scope for long-range, but swap to a ranged gadget. Pair with Spawn Beacon for aggressive positioning.

1.2 Secondary Weapons

Available to all classes. Include pistols, machine pistols, and hand cannons.

Item	How to Obtain	When Useful
M9	Base unlock	Reliable backup; fast reload. Good for finishing enemies.
G18	Unlock via Assault score	Full-auto capability; melt enemies at close range. Pairs with a DMR for close range.
.44 Magnum	Unlock via Recon score	High damage; two-shot kill. Powerful with Laser Sight.
Shorty 12G	Battlepack drop	Pocket shotgun; great for CQC surprise.

1.3 Gadgets

Class-specific equipment. Can be swapped via Battlepacks (some special variants).

Gadget	Class	How to Obtain	When Useful	Synergies / Upgrades
Medkit	Assault	Default	Heals teammates and yourself. Essential for assaulting.	Combines with Defibrillator for medic role.
Defibrillator	Assault	Unlock via score	Revives downed teammates. Critical for team pushes.	Use with Medkit to keep squad alive.
Repair Tool	Engineer	Default	Repairs vehicles. Also damages enemy vehicles (melee).	Must have for vehicle support.
RPG-7	Engineer	Unlock via score	Anti-vehicle launcher. High damage, slow reload.	Effective against armor; pair with SMAW for quick follow-up.
SMAW	Engineer	Unlock via score	Similar to RPG but faster reload, less damage.	Good for hit-and-run.
Stinger	Engineer	Unlock via score	Lock-on anti-air missile. Must be aimed to lock.	Best with Scout Helmet field upgrade to stay hidden.
IGLA	Engineer	Unlock via score	Same as Stinger but with a different lock tone.	Use against aircraft.
Ammo Box	Support	Default	Refills ammo for teammates and yourself. Essential for Suppressive fire.	Place near choke points.
C4 Explosives	Support	Unlock via score	Can be thrown on vehicles or placed on buildings. Detonated manually.	Useful for destroying fortified positions.
Claymore	Support	Unlock via score	Proximity mine. Kills enemies. Good for flank protection.	Place near objectives.
Spawn Beacon	Recon	Default	Allows squad to spawn at its location. Critical for flanking.	Place behind enemy lines.
Motion Sensor	Recon	Unlock via score	Detects nearby enemies on minimap.	Helps gather intel; use with suppressed weapon.
T-UGS	Recon	Unlock via score	Deployable motion sensor that pings enemies.	Place in high-traffic areas.
MAV	Recon	Unlock via score	Remote-controlled drone; can spot and destroy enemy equipment.	Good for spotting and killing enemy spawn beacons.
SOFLAM	Recon	Unlock via score	Laser designator; locks on vehicles for guided missiles from teammates.	Coordinate with Engineer for javelin/SRAW.
PLD	Recon	Unlock via score	Same as SOFLAM but handheld.	Use to paint targets.

1.4 Grenades

All classes can equip one type of grenade.

Item	How to Obtain	When Useful
Fragmentation	Default	General purpose; damage and suppression.
M18 Smoke	Unlock via score	Creates cover; used to block vision.
M34 Incendiary	Unlock via score	Area denial; damage over time. Great for chokepoints.
V40 Mini	Battlepack drop	Low damage but quick throw; can be used to finish enemies.
RGO Impact	Battlepack drop	Detonates on impact; reduces cooking time.

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2. Vehicle Weapons & Equipment

Each vehicle class (Tanks, IFVs, Attack Helis, Scout Helis, Jets, Boats) has unlockable primary and secondary weapons, countermeasures, and upgrades.

2.1 Tanks (MBTs)

Item	How to Obtain	When Useful
AP Shell	Default	Standard anti-tank round.
HE Shell	Unlock via tank score	High explosive; good against infantry and light vehicles.
Sabot Shell	Unlock via tank score	Armor-piercing; higher velocity, better against heavy armor.
Canister Shell	Unlock via tank score	Shotgun effect; devastating against infantry.
Guided Shell	Unlock via tank score	Laser-guided; must have SOFLAM or PLD.
Thermal Optics	Unlock via tank score	See heat signatures; useful in smoke/fog.
IR Smoke	Default	Countermeasure to break lock-ons.
APS (Active Protection System)	Unlock via tank score	Intercepts incoming rockets for a short time.
Reactive Armor	Unlock via tank score	Reduces damage from shaped charges.
Belt Speed	Unlock via tank score	Faster reload.

2.2 IFVs (Infantry Fighting Vehicles)

Similar to tanks but with a secondary autocannon. Unlocks include:

AP/HE rounds

TOW Missile (wire-guided)

Zuni Rockets

Airburst (for anti-infantry)

Thermal Imaging

Smoke, APS

Proximity Scan (detect nearby enemies)

2.3 Attack Helicopters

Item	How to Obtain	When Useful
25mm Cannon	Default	Main weapon
30mm Cannon	Unlock	More damage, slower fire
TOW Missiles	Unlock	Lock-on not required; wire-guided
Hydra Rockets	Unlock	Area damage
Heatseekers	Unlock	Lock-on missiles for air combat
Flares	Default	Countermeasure
ECM Jammer	Unlock	Disrupts locks briefly
Air Radar	Unlock	See aircraft on minimap
Stealth Coating	Unlock	Reduce lock-on range
Belt Speed	Unlock	Faster cannon reload

2.4 Scout Helicopters

Smaller, agile. Unlocks include:

7.62mm Minigun

25mm Cannon

TOW Missile

Zuni Rockets

Heatseekers

Laser Painter (for guided munitions)

Flares, ECM

Air Radar, Proximity Scan

2.5 Jets

Primary: 20mm/25mm/30mm cannon

Secondary: Heatseekers, Laser Guided Bombs, Rockets

Countermeasures: Flares, ECM

Upgrades: Stealth, Radar, Belt Speed

2.6 Boats (RHB)

50 cal MG

Tow Missile

Zuni Rockets

Countermeasures

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3. Attachments

Attachments are unlocked per weapon via score, Battlepacks, or Assignments. They modify weapon performance.

Category	Examples	How to Obtain	When Useful
Muzzle	Flash Hider, Suppressor, Heavy Barrel, Muzzle Brake, Compensator	Unlock via weapon score	Flash hider hides muzzle flash; Suppressor hides minimap blip but reduces range. Heavy barrel improves accuracy.
Underbarrel	Bipod, Vertical Grip, Stubby Grip, Angled Grip, Laser/Light Combo, Tactical Light, Ergo Grip	Unlock via weapon score	Bipod for LMGs; grips reduce recoil or improve hipfire.
Optics	Red Dot, Holographic, Kobra, PKA-S, ACOG, 3.4x, 4x, 8x, 40x (sniper)	Unlock via weapon score or Battlepacks	Choose based on engagement range.
Magazine	Extended Mag, Quick Mag	Unlock via weapon score	Extended gives more bullets; Quick speeds reload.
Underbarrel Mount for Assault Rifles	M320 (HE, Smoke, FB)	Unlock via score (M320) or Battlepacks (alternatives)	Adds grenade launcher to assault rifle instead of underbarrel.

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4. Field Upgrades (Perk System)

Each class has a set of field upgrades that unlock as you earn score during a life. They provide passive bonuses.

Field Upgrade	How to Obtain	Effects	When Useful
Offensive (Assault)	Default	Increased sprint speed, faster health regen, extra grenade	Pushing objectives
Defensive (Assault)	Unlock via class score	Reduced explosive damage, increased armor, faster revive	Holding positions
Anti-Armor (Engineer)	Default	Faster rocket reload, extra rocket, more explosive damage	Vehicle hunting
Mechanized (Engineer)	Unlock via class score	Faster repair, vehicle damage reduction while repairing, extra repair tool	Vehicle support
Support (Support)	Default	More ammo per box, faster LMG resupply, extra explosive	Suppression
Indirect Fire (Support)	Unlock via class score	Increased blast radius for explosives, extra claymore	Area denial
Shadow (Recon)	Default	Suppressor equip delay reduction, faster movement when crouched, silent sprint	Stealth
Spec Ops (Recon)	Unlock via class score	Spawn beacon lasts longer, spawn on beacon with more health, extra motion sensor	Flanking

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5. Battlepacks

Battlepacks contain random cosmetic and gameplay items. Gold Battlepacks earned via leveling, Bronze via assignments, and Premium Battlepacks via Premium membership.

Item Type	Contents	How to Obtain
Weapon Camos	Paint schemes for weapons	Random drop
Vehicle Paints	Paint schemes for vehicles	Random drop
Weapon Battlelog Emblem Pieces	For customizing emblem	Random drop
Knife Weapon (melee)	Unique melee weapons (e.g., Carbon Fiber)	Random drop from Gold/ Premium Battlepacks
Accessory Items	XP Boosts, Gadget Paint, Soldier Camo	Random drop
Assignment Shortcuts	Unlocks specific assignments	Premium Battlepacks only

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6. Assignments

Assignments are challenges that unlock specific weapons, camos, or dog tags. They are available from the menu or through Battlepacks.

Assignment Name	Objective	Reward
Roadkill Maniac	10 vehicle kills with the same vehicle in one round	Dog tag
Expert Recon	50 headshots with sniper rifles	Unlock the CS-LR4 sniper rifle
Bomb Squad	Destroy 20 enemy pieces of equipment	Unlock the MAV
Chain Link Commander	Get 50 kills with any carbine	Unlock the ACW-R
Many more…	Vary	Weapons, camos, dog tags, XP

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7. Dog Tags

Virtual collectibles displayed in-game after kills. Over 200 dog tags, earned via assignments, class progression, or Battlepacks. They serve no gameplay function but show your achievements.

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8. Cosmetics (Camos, Skins, Character Outfits)

Category	Examples	How to Obtain
Weapon Camos	Flat finish, Digital patterns, Woodland, Arctic	Battlepacks, Assignments, Premium
Vehicle Camos	Tank, Heli, Jet paints	Battlepacks, Assignments
Character Camo	Soldier camouflage patterns	Battlepacks
Knife Skins	Default, Carbon Fiber, Gold	Battlepacks (Gold on rare)
Emblems	Custom emblem parts	Battlepacks

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9. Currency & Progression

Battlefield 4 has no premium currency. Progression is entirely score-based.

System	Description	How to Earn
Score (XP)	Experience points – every action gives XP.	Kills, objectives, assists, revives, repairs, resupplies, vehicle kills.
Class Score	Separate XP for each class – unlocks class-specific weapons/ gadgets.	Playing that class.
Vehicle Score	Separate XP for each vehicle type – unlocks vehicle weapons/ upgrades.	Using that vehicle.
Weapon Score	XP per weapon – unlocks attachments for that weapon.	Kills with that weapon.
Rank	Overall soldier level (1–100, then Paragon levels). Unlocks some items and Battlepacks.	Total XP earned.
Service Stars	Earned at 100 kills with a weapon; gives a dog tag and small XP bonus.	100 kills per star.
Battlepacks	Earned at rank milestones, class level-ups, or via assignments.	Leveling, completing assignments.

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10. Consumables & Equipment Summary

Item	Type	How to Obtain	Use
Medkit	Throwable/gadget	Default Assault	Heals 60 HP per second in radius.
Defibrillator	Gadget	Unlock by Assault 2	Revives with 100 HP (if fully charged).
Ammo Box	Gadget	Default Support	Resupplies all ammo types over time.
Repair Tool	Gadget	Default Engineer	Repairs vehicles for 25 HP per second (can overheat).
C4 Explosives	Gadget	Unlock Support	Placed and detonated remotely; 2 sticks per life (max 6).
Claymore	Gadget	Unlock Support	Proximity mine; kills infantry.
Spawn Beacon	Gadget	Default Recon	Placed beacon; squad can spawn on it.
Motion Sensor	Gadget	Recon unlock	Scans area; enemies appear on minimap.
MAV	Gadget	Recon unlock	Flying drone; can destroy enemy equipment.
SOFLAM	Gadget	Recon unlock	Laser designator; guides lock-on missiles.
PLD	Gadget	Recon unlock	Same as SOFLAM but handheld.
T-UGS	Gadget	Recon unlock	Deployable motion sensor.
M320 (HE/Smoke/FB)	Underbarrel	Assault AR unlock	Grenade launcher attachment.
Frag Grenade	Equipped	Default	Explosive damage.
Smoke Grenade	Equipped	Unlock	Creates smoke screen.
Incendiary Grenade	Equipped	Unlock	Fire area denial.
V40 Mini	Equipped	Battlepack	Small impact grenade.
RGO Impact	Equipped	Battlepack	Impact detonation.

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11. Special Items – XP Boosts

Obtained from Battlepacks. Consumable items that double or triple XP for a period (e.g., 25%, 50%, 100% boost for 1 hour). Use them during double XP events for maximum effect.

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12. Collectibles – Single-Player

In the single-player campaign, there are 21 collectible “Field Upgrade” modules that unlock weapon attachments in multiplayer. They are found in hidden locations. Each module corresponds to a specific attachment (e.g., Red Dot Sight, Laser Sight). Collecting all unlocks the “Full Upgrade” achievement.

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Final Notes

Most items are unlocked by playing the game; no real-money purchases required (except Premium for some content).

Synergies: Use the SOFLAM with Engineer’s Javelin for deadly anti-tank combos. Pair the Spawn Beacon with a suppressed PDW for flanks.

Always check your class’s field upgrade tree; the final perk is powerful (e.g., Offensive’s extra grenade).

Battlepack drops are RNG; you cannot trade or craft items.

This guide covers all major item categories in Battlefield 4. For specific unlock requirements, refer to the in-game progression menu or the Battlefield 4 wiki.