The SG550 is a highly accurate and versatile weapon that excels in areas such as vertical and horizontal recoil control, quick aim-down-sights speed, and rapid reload times. Despite its effectiveness, it often remains overlooked due to the prominence of meta weapons. Niemniej jednak, this guide aims to shed light on its qualities and demonstrate why it deserves consideration.

Topics to be covered in this guide include an analysis of the pros and cons of the SG550, reasons to give it a chance, a comparison with other firearms, recommended loadouts and builds, as well as strategies to mitigate the issue of muzzle flash.

Pros and Cons

Let’s begin by discussing the numerical attributes of this weapon in its base form, without any attachments.

Weapon Characteristics (No Attachments)

• Szkoda: 27 (do przyjęcia 👍)
• Vertical Recoil: 0.90 (concerning 😳)
• Horizontal Recoil: 1.10 (do przyjęcia 👍)
• Dokładność: 83.75 (concerning 😳)
• Fire Rate: 700 (do przyjęcia 👍)
• Muzzle Flash Scale: 1.00 (dissatisfactory 😡)
• Kontrola: 0.86 (do przyjęcia 👍)
• Aim Down Time: 0.14 (concerning 😳)
• Reload Time: 3.30 (concerning 😳)

If preferred, a screenshot is available for your convenience.

Imponujący 😳

• The assault rifle boasts the lowest vertical recoil among all its counterparts.
• Its aim-down-sight (ADS) time is the shortest when compared to other assault rifles.
• The accuracy is unparalleled among all existing assault rifles.
• It offers versatility with good and flexible upgrade options.
• The reload speed is swift, coming in second only to the AUG.
• Dodatkowo, the drop-mag reload animation adds a touch of elegance to the weapon.

Unsatisfactory 😡

• On the downside, it exhibits the highest muzzle flash compared to other assault rifles. Jednakże, this issue can be mitigated with the use of appropriate barrels and a nifty little trick.

Zadowalający / Neutralny 👍

• The weapon features decent (przeciętny) horizontal recoil, making it manageable during use.
• Its bullet velocity and damage are within the standard range for assault rifles.
• The weapon’s range is commendable, especially when compared to SMGs.
• W końcu, it possesses a headshot multiplier, providing an added advantage in certain situations.

Why SG550?

The SG550 stands out as an excellent assault rifle due to its remarkable attributes, including accuracy, vertical recoil control, and scoping time (ADS). While its horizontal recoil, szkoda, and reload time are satisfactory, one potential drawback is the muzzle flash. Niemniej jednak, there are ways to address this concern, such as implementing modifications or employing a specific technique, though it’s crucial to be cautious about potential risks to vision.

One of the SG550’s strengths lies in its versatility, allowing users to customize the weapon according to their preferences using various builds, which will be discussed further in upcoming chapters.

Beyond its technical prowess, the SG550 provides a satisfying shooting experience, contributing to its reputation as a “jack of all trades” firearm. Its proficiency across different ranges, combined with precise control and favorable reload and ADS times, make it an appealing option for many users. Ponadto, the rifle’s adaptability to different attachments empowers users to fine-tune its properties to suit their individual preferences. Jak wspomniano wcześniej, the muzzle flash issue can be mitigated by utilizing a mid-range scope or attachments like the flash hider, muzzle break, or suppressor.

Despite these advantageous features, the SG550 has not gained widespread popularity among competitive players due to its Time to Kill (TTK) wydajność. TTK, representing the theoretical time required to eliminate an opponent based on bullets per second and bullet damage, is not the strongest aspect of the SG550. Jednakże, it is essential to acknowledge other vital factors in gunfights, such as the superior scoping time of the SG550, especially when compared to other assault rifles with longer ADS times. It should be emphasized that the numerical charts do not encompass all aspects of weapon performance. While the SG550 may not be considered part of the current meta, it should not be underestimated, and its ease of handling can offer an advantage to skilled users.

When compared to SMGs, the SG550 presents competitive reload times and recoil control, with the added benefits of enhanced accuracy, zakres, and bullet velocity. While this may not significantly impact some users, it can be crucial for tasks such as engaging helicopter pilots. Ponadto, the SG550’s capability to damage vehicles sets it apart from certain SMGs that lack this feature.

Muzzle Flash Workaround

Employing the tactical barrel in conjunction with the B-25 URK grip effectively transforms this firearm into a highly accurate weapon, boasting a swift 2.3-second reload time. Niemniej jednak, the trade-off entails dealing with an irritating muzzle flash.

Na szczęście, there exists a simple yet effective workaround to nullify the disruptive muzzle flash. By utilizing a medium scope, you can effectively obstruct the visibility of the muzzle. Opt for a medium scope equipped with a center sight, relying on this central sight during your engagements.

Observe the notable distinction this approach can make.

Normal Red Dot

Red Dot on top of medium scope

You may not notice any distinction at this moment. Give it a shot in Practice Mode to see for yourselves. Osobiście, I’m not a fan of employing the centered sight on a medium scope, but it’s surprisingly effective.

Zbudować #1: No recoil, no eyes

Underbarrel Rail: B-25 URK or Vertical Grip
Beczka: Tactical

Sight: up to your preferences
Camouflage: up to your preferences
Side Rail: up to your preferences
Magazyn: Quick-A magazine

Dlaczego? This setup incorporates a tactical barrel that significantly reduces recoil. Given the already low recoil, I suggest using the B-25 URK grip, which remarkably speeds up reload times. Alternatywnie, if you prioritize reducing vertical recoil, the vertical grip is a suitable choice.

Keep in mind that this build doesn’t address the issue of muzzle flash, which could potentially cause visual impairment during use. Jednakże, there is a simple workaround discussed in an appropriate chapter to mitigate the muzzle flash problem.

See the setup & final properties here:

Zbudować #2: Dokładny, no muzzle

Underbarrel Rail: Vertical Grip
Beczka: Flash Hider or Muzzle Break

Sight: up to your preferences
Camouflage: up to your preferences
Side Rail: up to your preferences
Magazyn: Quick-A magazine

This build incorporates either the Flash Hider or Muzzle Brake to eliminate muzzle flash, allowing the use of regular sights. Jednakże, these attachments increase vertical recoil, which is why I equip a vertical grip to mitigate the vertical recoil.

When comparing the Flash Hider and Muzzle Brake, the former results in slightly higher vertical recoil but significantly reduces horizontal recoil and improves accuracy. Since vertical recoil can be easily compensated for with a vertical grip, I prefer the Flash Hider because addressing horizontal recoil is also crucial. The variation in vertical recoil is approximately 0.07 (when using a vertical grip).

Choosing the Muzzle Brake might be an option if you prioritize neither horizontal recoil nor accuracy. Niemniej jednak, considering the marginal difference, I believe the Flash Hider is the better choice.

See the setup & final properties here (with Flash Hider):

Zbudować #3: Sneaky

Underbarrel Rail: Vertical Grip or B-25 URK or SE-5 grip
Beczka: Short Suppressor

Sight: up to your preferences
Camouflage: up to your preferences
Side Rail: up to your preferences
Magazyn: Quick-A magazine

Why should you consider this build? It incorporates the Short Suppressor, effectively reducing muzzle noise and enhancing stealth during night maps. Dodatkowo, it adds a satisfying pew-pew sound to your weapon. To mitigate the slight increase in recoils caused by the Short Suppressor, the B-25 URK grip can be employed. This grip also improves reload time. Alternatywnie, the SE-5 grip can be utilized to further reduce recoil, ale osobiście, I value faster reloads.

If you are contemplating the use of a Long Suppressor, it’s not advisable. This attachment significantly elevates vertical recoil, necessitating the adoption of a vertical grip to counteract it. Zamiast, sticking with the Short Suppressor is a better option, as it raises all recoils moderately, which can then be managed with the B-25 URK grip, benefiting reload time as well.

See the setup & final properties here: