AEK-973 is among the best rifle weapons in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. With impressive TTK, fire rate, and recoil metrics, this weapon is versatile and useful. However, to make it even better, you should equip it with good Loadout. So let's check out the best AEK-973 Black Ops 6 Loadout.

Best Loadout for AEK-973 Black Ops 6

• Muzzle — Suppressor 
• Barrel — Long Barrel
• Optics — Kepler Microflex
• Stock — Combat Stock 
• Rear Grip — Quickdraw Grip
• Underbarrel — Vertical Foregrip
• Fire Mode Attachments — Rapid Fire
• Magazine — Extended Mag I

Optics are crucial for improved aiming rather than just aesthetics; that's why we chose the Kepler Microflex sight. It provides a clear view without unnecessary elements, making aiming smoother and more precise.

To remain undetected on the map, we added a suppressor. This attachment makes your shots quieter, helping you stay hidden on the minimap without reducing damage.

Although AEK-973 is quite powerful, it struggles at long distances. Attaching a long barrel solves this problem, increasing the weapon's effective range to stay effective even at a distance.

With great firepower comes significant recoil, so we added a vertical grip to reduce horizontal recoil. This enhances accuracy and makes each shot more effective.

To extend combat longevity, we fitted Extended Mag I, increasing ammo capacity. This means fewer reloads, allowing you to stay in the fight longer without interruptions.

For quicker aiming, a Quickdraw grip is used, reducing aiming time. Finally, a balanced stock improves mobility while aiming, allowing you to remain agile and accurate even on the move.

Best Low-Level Loadout for AEK-973

• Muzzle — Suppressor
• Barrel — Extended Barrel
• Optics — Kepler Red Dot Sight
• Underbarrel — Vertical Grip
• Rear Grip — Quickdraw Grip

Best Perks for AEK-973 Black Ops 6

Ghost

Stay undetected by enemy radar detection tools such as Radar Rings and UAVs when moving, executing tasks, or controlling certain Killstreaks. Also, remain invisible to Proximity Alarm.

Forward Intel

Expands visibility on the minimap, providing directional hints to mark detected enemy positions.

Cold-Blooded

Evade detection by auto-targeting systems and thermal sights. Your presence doesn’t trigger alarms for player-controlled scorestreaks, and you're also protected from spy cameras.

Recon

Briefly reveals enemies through walls immediately after respawn. An edge screen indicator signals when opponents are outside your field of view, and it doesn't leave death markers when you eliminate enemies.

Best Additional Equipment for AEK 973 in Black Ops 6

To optimize your build for the AEK-973, it should be complemented with other Equipment that fits well with the weapon, fully unlocking its effectiveness and potential.

Grekhova

Optimal Loadout for AEK-973 includes the Grekhova pistol — a fully automatic handgun that can achieve remarkable accuracy when hip firing with the addition of a heavy stock. 

Field Upgrade – Sleeper Agent

Disguises you as an enemy team member, allowing you to "sabotage" and eliminate enemies while among them. However, shooting reveals you. One of the best additions for most players in Black Ops 6.

Melee WeaponKnife weapon that lets you instantly kill an enemy if you're close enough. Paired with the previous enhancement, it makes a great stealth build.

Stim Shot

You can unlock this item at level 30, but it allows you to heal wounds on the battlefield and restore tactical sprint. Useful for players with an aggressive gameplay style when in dangerous situations and needing to escape.

Gathering the necessary Loadout for the AEK-973 and equipping your character enhances your accuracy and shooting metrics in Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6, thanks to the parameters and improvements they provide.