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Black Ops 7: Is the Swordfish A1 a precision burst rifle that surpasses the M8A1?A deep dive into the Swordfish A1, the new assault rifle in Black Ops 7, has been released. Compared to the M8A1, this weapon offers higher accuracy and predictable one-burst kill potential, making it a powerful choice for players who prefer precise shooting. We also introduce builds that can maximize the Swordfish A1's potential through various attachment combinations.
1. 🎮 Swordfish A1: Fire Rate, Damage, TTK Analysis
· The Swordfish A1 is a 4-round burst rifle with a fire rate of approximately 984 RPM and a burst delay of about 280ms.
· The M8A1 has a slower in-burst fire rate than the Swordfish but a much faster burst delay.
· This weapon is capable of 3-4 shot kills, and within its maximum damage range, it's very forgiving, allowing for a one-burst kill even if only 3 out of 4 shots hit.
· The TTK for a one-burst kill is a very fast 122ms, and even for a 4-shot kill, it's 183ms, which is superior to other automatic rifles.
· Headshots are not very useful with this weapon. Without a damage barrel, headshots do not reduce the number of bullets required for a kill, and even with a damage barrel, a single headshot only maintains a 3-shot kill within the 4-shot kill range, making the additional recoil not worth it.
· The M8A1 has a slower in-burst fire rate than the Swordfish but a much faster burst delay.
· This weapon is capable of 3-4 shot kills, and within its maximum damage range, it's very forgiving, allowing for a one-burst kill even if only 3 out of 4 shots hit.
· The TTK for a one-burst kill is a very fast 122ms, and even for a 4-shot kill, it's 183ms, which is superior to other automatic rifles.
· Headshots are not very useful with this weapon. Without a damage barrel, headshots do not reduce the number of bullets required for a kill, and even with a damage barrel, a single headshot only maintains a 3-shot kill within the 4-shot kill range, making the additional recoil not worth it.
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1. 🎮 Swordfish A1: Fire Rate, Damage, TTK Analysis
· The Swordfish A1 is a 4-round burst rifle with a fire rate of approximately 984 RPM and a burst delay of about 280ms.
· The M8A1 has a slower in-burst fire rate than the Swordfish but a much faster burst delay.
· This weapon is capable of 3-4 shot kills, and within its maximum damage range, it's very forgiving, allowing for a one-burst kill even if only 3 out of 4 shots hit.
· The TTK for a one-burst kill is a very fast 122ms, and even for a 4-shot kill, it's 183ms, which is superior to other automatic rifles.
· Headshots are not very useful with this weapon. Without a damage barrel, headshots do not reduce the number of bullets required for a kill, and even with a damage barrel, a single headshot only maintains a 3-shot kill within the 4-shot kill range, making the additional recoil not worth it.
· The M8A1 has a slower in-burst fire rate than the Swordfish but a much faster burst delay.
· This weapon is capable of 3-4 shot kills, and within its maximum damage range, it's very forgiving, allowing for a one-burst kill even if only 3 out of 4 shots hit.
· The TTK for a one-burst kill is a very fast 122ms, and even for a 4-shot kill, it's 183ms, which is superior to other automatic rifles.
· Headshots are not very useful with this weapon. Without a damage barrel, headshots do not reduce the number of bullets required for a kill, and even with a damage barrel, a single headshot only maintains a 3-shot kill within the 4-shot kill range, making the additional recoil not worth it.
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2. 🎯 Range, Bullet Velocity, and Barrel Attachment Effects
· The Swordfish A1's damage drop-off point is 38m, and within this range, its one-burst kill potential is very high.
· Its bullet velocity is 780m/s, which is lower than the assault rifle average but still excellent in-game.
· Various barrel attachments affect range and bullet velocity.
· Its bullet velocity is 780m/s, which is lower than the assault rifle average but still excellent in-game.
· Various barrel attachments affect range and bullet velocity.
| Barrel Type | Effect |
|---|---|
| Long Barrel | 25% increased range |
| Velocity Barrel | 28% increased bullet velocity |
| Hybrid Barrel | 13% increased range 14% increased bullet velocity |
| Rapid Fire | In-burst fire rate increased to approx. 1071 RPM Burst delay reduced to approx. 250ms Range and bullet velocity reduced by 8% |
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3. 💥 Hardcore Mode and Hip-Fire Performance
· In Hardcore mode, it's a 1-shot kill at all ranges, and it's very easy to get a kill by hitting just 1 out of 4 shots.
· However, due to the burst delay, it can be disadvantageous when facing multiple enemies or missing a burst.
· Hip-fire is standard for assault rifles, with poor spread.
· In close-quarters situations, hip-firing is possible since you only need to hit 3 out of 4 shots, but it's difficult to plan as a primary engagement method.
· However, due to the burst delay, it can be disadvantageous when facing multiple enemies or missing a burst.
· Hip-fire is standard for assault rifles, with poor spread.
· In close-quarters situations, hip-firing is possible since you only need to hit 3 out of 4 shots, but it's difficult to plan as a primary engagement method.
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4. 📈 Recoil and Handling Comparison
· The Swordfish A1 is a very accurate weapon. It has slight vertical recoil within each burst, but it is much more accurate and has less recoil compared to the M8A1.
· Thanks to its long burst delay, it perfectly re-centers after each burst.
· It doesn't have as good a fire rate as the M8A1, but it is much more accurate.
· Its handling stats are better than the assault rifle average but slightly worse than the M8A1.
· Thanks to its long burst delay, it perfectly re-centers after each burst.
· It doesn't have as good a fire rate as the M8A1, but it is much more accurate.
· Its handling stats are better than the assault rifle average but slightly worse than the M8A1.
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5. 🏃 Reload, Movement Speed, and Flinch Resistance
· The reload time is 2.15 seconds, which is slightly slow but faster than the assault rifle average.
· The base magazine capacity is 36 rounds, with fast mag and extended mag options available to adjust capacity and reload speed.
· Movement speed is slightly slower than the assault rifle average, and in this aspect, the M8A1 is superior to the Swordfish.
· Flinch resistance is the best in the assault rifle category, similar to the M8A1, but much worse than other assault rifles. It significantly impacts engagements, so we strongly recommend compensating with attachments.
· The base magazine capacity is 36 rounds, with fast mag and extended mag options available to adjust capacity and reload speed.
· Movement speed is slightly slower than the assault rifle average, and in this aspect, the M8A1 is superior to the Swordfish.
· Flinch resistance is the best in the assault rifle category, similar to the M8A1, but much worse than other assault rifles. It significantly impacts engagements, so we strongly recommend compensating with attachments.
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6. ✨ Prestige Attachment: Penta Burst Mode
· Penta Burst Mode changes the Swordfish A1 into a 5-round burst rifle.
· It slightly reduces burst delay and significantly increases magazine capacity to 60 rounds.
· There are penalties to recoil, aim down sight (ADS) time, and sprint-out time.
· The in-burst fire rate is the same as the base Swordfish, but it adds 1 extra bullet per burst.
· Burst delay is noticeably improved to approximately 210ms.
· It becomes even more forgiving, allowing for a kill with just 3 out of 5 shots, and the reduced burst delay means you can fire the next burst faster if you fail a one-burst kill.
· Despite the recoil penalty, it remains very accurate, and the ADS and sprint-out time increase by only 5%, which is not a significant burden.
· Penta Burst Mode is a powerful option for this weapon once unlocked.
· It slightly reduces burst delay and significantly increases magazine capacity to 60 rounds.
· There are penalties to recoil, aim down sight (ADS) time, and sprint-out time.
· The in-burst fire rate is the same as the base Swordfish, but it adds 1 extra bullet per burst.
· Burst delay is noticeably improved to approximately 210ms.
· It becomes even more forgiving, allowing for a kill with just 3 out of 5 shots, and the reduced burst delay means you can fire the next burst faster if you fail a one-burst kill.
· Despite the recoil penalty, it remains very accurate, and the ADS and sprint-out time increase by only 5%, which is not a significant burden.
· Penta Burst Mode is a powerful option for this weapon once unlocked.
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7. 🛠️ Recommended Swordfish A1 Builds
· Here are three recommended builds to maximize the Swordfish A1's potential.
| Build | Attachments | Features |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Balanced Stealth Build | ELO Sight Redwell Suppressor Quickdraw Rear Grip Q Stub Stock Recoil Sync Device | · High accuracy and improved handling for aggressive play · Suppressor allows for flanking enemies without appearing on radar · Q Stub Stock improves flinch resistance to assault rifle levels |
| 2. Gunfighter Build (Long Range & Accuracy) | 3x Graves Scope Compensator Long Barrel Idle Sway Reduction Underbarrel Quickdraw Rear Grip Q Stub Stock 3m Motion Strike Laser Buffer Spring | · Build for accurately suppressing enemies at long range · Extends 3-shot kill range to 55m for consistent one-burst kills · Focuses on vertical recoil control and idle sway reduction |
| 3. Penta Burst Build | Penta Burst Mode Fang Hover Point Sight Compensator Quickdraw Rear Grip Q Stub Stock | · Build utilizing Penta Burst Mode · One-burst kills become more forgiving, and short delay is advantageous even if failed · Still accurate and capable of long-range engagements, benefits from 60-round high-capacity magazine |
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8. 💡 Swordfish A1 Final Review: Differences from M8A1
· The Swordfish A1 is a 4-round burst assault rifle with a completely different style from the M8A1.
· The M8A1 has a good fire rate and slightly lower accuracy, but it's a 'spammable' weapon that can still get decent 2-burst kills.
· In contrast, the Swordfish A1 focuses on very precise and consistent one-burst kills.
· If you can shoot accurately, the Swordfish A1 can dominate the battlefield, but if not, you might face greater difficulties than with the M8A1.
· The M8A1 has a good fire rate and slightly lower accuracy, but it's a 'spammable' weapon that can still get decent 2-burst kills.
· In contrast, the Swordfish A1 focuses on very precise and consistent one-burst kills.
· If you can shoot accurately, the Swordfish A1 can dominate the battlefield, but if not, you might face greater difficulties than with the M8A1.