Updated September 10, 2026
If you've opened Bodycam's new weapon customization menu and immediately felt overwhelmed, you're not alone.
The Locked & Loaded v0.8 update introduced a completely new Loadout & Weapon Customization system with around 400 attachments, multiple attachment categories, recoil trade-offs, magnified optics, canted sights, and weapon-specific compatibility. It's easily the biggest gameplay system added to Bodycam so far.
The good news is that you don't need to memorize hundreds of attachments.
This guide explains how weapon customization actually works, what every attachment stat means, when to prioritize recoil or ADS speed, and includes two verified example builds for the M4 and LAR based on in-game UI research.
Who this guide is for: Players returning after v0.8, anyone building their first M4, and players who want to understand attachment trade-offs instead of copying random builds.
Quick Answer
The best Bodycam attachments depend on your weapon and engagement range—not the biggest green stat bonus. For most players, prioritize ADS Speed, Horizontal Recoil, Vertical Recoil, and a medium-range optic before spending Reissad Points on magazine upgrades or cosmetic items.
📋 Table of Contents
- How Bodycam Weapon Customization Works
- Attachment Categories Explained
- What Every Attachment Stat Means
- ADS Speed vs Switch Speed
- Weapon Kick vs Recoil
- Best Attachment Priorities
- Best M4 Attachments (Balanced Build)
- Best LAR Attachments (Long-Range Build)
- How to Build the Best Attachment Setup
- Cosmetic vs Functional Attachments
- How to Spend Reissad Points Wisely
- Common Attachment Mistakes
- FAQ
How Bodycam Weapon Customization Works
The new customization system is accessed through the Tactical Tablet and Loadout menu introduced with Locked & Loaded. Rather than selecting a weapon and jumping straight into a match, you can now modify nearly every major component of compatible firearms.
If you're returning after a long break, read our Bodycam Locked & Loaded Guide: What's New in v0.8 and What Changed first—it explains how the new loadout system fits into the wider update.
Where to change your weapon
- Open the Tactical Tablet
- Select Loadouts
- Choose your primary or secondary weapon
- Enter Modify
- Select an attachment category
Every weapon has its own compatible attachment pool, so an attachment available for the M4 may not exist for the LAR or KRISS Vector.
How attachments affect weapon stats
Unlike cosmetic skins, functional attachments directly modify weapon handling.
Understanding these eight stats is much more valuable than memorizing hundreds of attachment names.
Bodycam Attachment Categories Explained
The customization menu is divided into functional categories, each serving a different purpose.
Barrels
Barrels are split into:
- Standard Barrel
- Short Barrel
- Long Barrel
Generally, barrels determine the overall personality of a build by balancing recoil against weapon handling.
Best for: establishing the foundation of a CQB or long-range setup.
Muzzles
Muzzles include:
- Suppressors
- Flash Hiders
- Compensators
Suppressors aren't purely cosmetic—they also interact with Bodycam's updated weapon audio system while often trading recoil improvements against other handling stats.
Best for: recoil tuning and weapon behavior.
Upper Barrels
Upper-barrel attachments provide additional customization on compatible weapons and should always be evaluated through their stat panel rather than assumed to behave identically across firearms.
Underbarrels
Underbarrels are one of the strongest recoil-control categories.
Common options include:
- Ergonomic grips
- Vertical grips
- Stability-focused grips
These often reduce recoil while introducing ADS penalties.
Side Rails
Side rails primarily support additional equipment and compatible attachment configurations. Some are functional, while others mainly enable other components.
Optic Mounts
Optic mounts determine which sights and canted configurations your weapon can support. They're especially important for hybrid builds using both magnified and close-range optics.
Optics
Bodycam separates optics into four groups:
- Iron Sights
- Close Range
- Medium Range
- Long Range
The new Picture-in-Picture scope system makes magnification much more useful than previous versions of the game.
Reticles
Reticles are customized independently on compatible optics. A great optic can still become difficult to use if its reticle doesn't match your visibility preferences.
Canted Optics
Canted sights let you carry two sight pictures on the same weapon.
Typical setup:
- Primary: 3× optic
- Canted: Close-range red dot
This is one of the most practical additions introduced in v0.8.
Magazines
Magazine attachments commonly affect:
- Capacity
- Reload Speed
- Equip Speed
More ammunition almost always comes with a handling trade-off.
Triggers
Triggers mainly influence weapon responsiveness, particularly ADS and handling characteristics.
Grips
Grips are ideal for recoil-focused builds. They usually improve stability while sacrificing some ADS Speed.
Stocks
Stock categories include:
- Standard
- Light
- Heavy
Stocks frequently provide the largest recoil reductions, but they're also responsible for some of the harshest handling penalties.
Ammo
Ammo is its own functional attachment category and can modify weapon behavior depending on the firearm.
Stickers
Stickers are cosmetic only. If an attachment is labeled Cosmetic, it should not be treated as a gameplay upgrade.
What Every Bodycam Attachment Stat Means
This is the section most players need before spending RP.
ADS Speed
ADS Speed controls how quickly your weapon reaches the aimed position.
Prioritize it for:
- CQB
- Aggressive play
- Fast reactions
- Room clearing
If your recoil already feels manageable, ADS improvements are often more valuable than another small recoil bonus.
ADS Speed vs Switch Speed
These two stats solve completely different problems.
ADS Speed affects how quickly you aim.
Switch Speed affects how quickly your weapon becomes ready after swapping.
Don't confuse them when choosing attachments.
Reload Speed
Reload Speed determines how long you're vulnerable while replacing a magazine. Fast reloads become especially valuable in Wingman and Team Deathmatch where repeated engagements happen quickly.
Vertical Recoil
Vertical recoil is the weapon's upward climb. Reducing it makes sustained automatic fire easier to control.
Horizontal Recoil
Horizontal recoil introduces unpredictable left-right movement. For many assault rifles, reducing horizontal recoil has a larger practical impact than chasing maximum vertical reduction.
Weapon Kick vs Recoil
These two stats are related—but not identical.
An attachment can reduce Weapon Kick without providing an identical reduction to recoil.
Treat them as complementary stats—not interchangeable ones.
Hip-Fire Spread
Hip-Fire Spread affects bullet grouping when you aren't aiming. This matters because some recoil-focused attachments increase spread, making aggressive hip-fire less reliable.
Magazine Capacity
A bigger magazine doesn't automatically create a better build.
Ask yourself:
- Am I actually running out of ammo?
- Or am I losing fights because my weapon is too slow?
The answer usually determines whether capacity or handling should come first.
Why more green stats doesn't always mean better
This is the biggest mistake new players make.
Imagine stacking five recoil attachments.
Individually they look excellent.
Together they might produce:
- −35% ADS Speed
- Slower reloads
- Worse weapon switching
- Poor close-range handling
The result is technically stable—but frustrating to use.
Balanced builds usually outperform maximum-stat builds.
Best Attachment Priorities for Different Playstyles
Recoil-control build
Prioritize:
- Horizontal Recoil
- Vertical Recoil
- Weapon Kick
- Stable optic
Ideal for medium and long-range rifles.
Fast ADS build
Prioritize:
- ADS Speed
- Trigger
- Grip
- Lightweight barrel
Ideal for aggressive assault rifle play.
Close-range build
Prioritize:
- Fast ADS
- Low magnification
- Manageable Hip-Fire Spread
- Quick reloads
Medium-range build
Prioritize:
- Balanced recoil
- 1.4×–2× optic
- Moderate ADS penalties
Long-range build
Prioritize:
- Horizontal stability
- Vertical control
- 3× optic
- Controlled handling penalties
Best M4 Attachments in Bodycam (Balanced Build)
The M4 is currently the best example of Bodycam's customization philosophy because we have verified UI data for every major component.
Recommended balanced M4 build
Why this build works
Instead of maximizing one stat, this setup solves three common M4 problems:
- Smoother automatic fire
- Better medium-range visibility
- Acceptable ADS Speed despite recoil-focused parts
It's an excellent starting point before investing RP into specialized variants.
M4 alternative attachments
These are the best verified upgrades once your core build is finished.
Notice that none of these automatically replaces the recommended build—they simply solve different problems.
Best LAR Attachments and Long-Range Build
The LAR works best as a precision-oriented rifle rather than a fast-entry weapon.
Recommended LAR setup
Why this build works
Unlike the M4, the LAR benefits more from stability and magnified optics than maximum ADS Speed, making it a stronger choice for players holding longer sightlines.
Its strengths are:
- Stability
- Magnified engagements
- Controlled recoil
- Precision over aggressive rushing
Rather than claiming every component is universally best, this setup stays within the strongest verified UI evidence.
How to Build the Best Attachment Setup for Any Weapon
This framework works for nearly every firearm.
Step 1: Choose your engagement range
Close, medium or long range?
That immediately narrows your optic choices.
Step 2: Find the weapon's biggest weakness
Examples:
- Too much Horizontal Recoil
- Slow ADS
- Weak Reload Speed
- Poor Hip-Fire
Fix one weakness first.
Step 3: Avoid stacking identical penalties
Three recoil attachments often create more handling loss than necessary.
Mix recoil, ADS and reload improvements instead.
Step 4: Choose your optic around the map
- CQB: 1×–1.4×
- Mixed maps: 1.4×–2×
- Long sightlines: 3×
Magnification should match the environment—not personal preference alone.
Step 5: Spend RP gradually
Unlock attachments that improve your main weapon before buying experimental alternatives.
One excellent rifle is worth more than five unfinished loadouts.
Cosmetic vs Functional Attachments
Understanding this distinction prevents wasted RP.
Functional attachments
These directly affect gameplay:
- Barrel
- Muzzle
- Underbarrel
- Magazine
- Trigger
- Grip
- Stock
- Ammo
Cosmetic attachments
These mainly change presentation:
- Stickers
- Cosmetic reticles
- Certain rails
- Cosmetic-labelled items
If the game labels something Cosmetic, don't expect hidden stat bonuses.
How to Spend Reissad Points Wisely
A simple progression path is much more efficient.
- Build your favorite primary first.
- Unlock recoil or ADS upgrades.
- Buy an optic that matches your maps.
- Upgrade magazines later.
- Expand into secondary weapons afterward.
If you're still learning the overall v0.8 update, our Bodycam Locked & Loaded Guide explains how RP progression, Wingman and the new loadout system fit together.
Common Bodycam Attachment Mistakes
- Chasing recoil reduction at any cost
Stable doesn't always mean effective. - Ignoring ADS penalties
A weapon that aims slowly often loses more fights than one with slightly higher recoil. - Confusing ADS Speed with Switch Speed
They solve completely different situations. - Automatically choosing the biggest magazine
More rounds can reduce overall responsiveness. - Using too much magnification
A 3× optic inside Trenches can become a disadvantage. - Copying builds without considering the map
Every attachment should support the way you actually play.
Quick build recommendations
Bodycam Weapon Attachments FAQ
What are the best attachments in Bodycam?
There isn't one universal best attachment. The strongest choices depend on whether you're prioritizing recoil control, ADS Speed, Reload Speed or close-range handling.
How many weapon attachments are in Bodycam?
The Locked & Loaded update introduced around 400 attachments across the game's weapon families.
How does weapon customization work?
Open the Tactical Tablet, select Loadouts, choose a weapon and enter the Modify menu to equip compatible attachments.
How do you unlock attachments?
Most functional attachments are unlocked through the Reissad Points (RP) progression system earned by playing matches.
Which attachments should I unlock first?
Start with your primary weapon, then prioritize:
- One optic
- One recoil-control attachment
- One ADS or Reload upgrade
Leave cosmetic items until later.
What's the difference between ADS Speed and Switch Speed?
ADS Speed affects aiming down sights, while Switch Speed determines how quickly the weapon becomes ready after swapping.
What does Weapon Kick mean in Bodycam?
Weapon Kick refers to the weapon's visual movement during firing and should be treated separately from Horizontal and Vertical Recoil.
Are all Bodycam attachments functional?
No. Bodycam includes both functional and cosmetic attachment slots, and cosmetic-labelled items do not provide gameplay advantages.
What's the best M4 build in Bodycam?
A balanced setup using LOK D12, SG5-K, Grip Trase, Prism 1.40X, Lightning, Hodor and Kit offers one of the strongest all-around starting builds based on verified in-game stats.
What's the best LAR build?
For longer sightlines, the TAC + Helios + AGO 3.00X combination provides a stable precision-focused setup while retaining a canted optic for close engagements.
Final Takeaway
The biggest lesson from Bodycam's new customization system isn't which attachment has the highest percentage bonus—it's understanding why each stat exists.
Build around your engagement range, fix your weapon's biggest weakness first, and avoid stacking unnecessary penalties. Once you understand ADS Speed, Recoil, Weapon Kick and magazine trade-offs, you'll make better loadouts than simply copying someone else's build.
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