Foxhole is a massively multiplayer top-down war game where hundreds of players on each side fight in persistent wars lasting days to weeks. Unlike typical shooters, Foxhole's wars are won through logistics — every bullet, bandage, and tank must be manufactured by players from raw materials gathered by players and delivered to the front lines by player-driven trucks. The two factions (Colonials and Wardens) fight across a massive hex-based world map with towns, bridges, and fortifications. Foxhole is the closest thing to a real war simulation, where supply chains matter as much as shooting skill.
Your choice of equipment defines your damage output and playstyle. This guide ranks every major option, explains what makes each one strong, and tells you which builds they pair best with.
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Tier | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storm Rifle | S | Frontline Infantry in close-quarters urban fights | A fully automatic rifle with high fire rate but significant recoil. |
| Anti-Tank Rifle | A | Frontline Infantry specialized in anti-vehicle defense | A heavy single-shot rifle that penetrates vehicle armor. |
| Machine Gun | A | Combat Engineer for defensive position support | A crew-served weapon (requires tripod placement) that suppresses an area with sustained fire. |
| Mortar | B | Frontline Infantry in organized operations with spotters | An indirect fire weapon that launches explosive shells over obstacles. |
| Bayonet | B | Frontline Infantry for trench clearing and surprise attacks | A melee attachment for rifles that allows charging attacks. |
S-Tier: Storm Rifle
A fully automatic rifle with high fire rate but significant recoil. Best for close-to-medium range urban combat. Burns through ammo quickly, so logi supply is critical. The Storm Rifle excels in trench clearing and building assaults where its fire rate overwhelms enemies.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Best For | Frontline Infantry in close-quarters urban fights |
| Key Mechanic | persistent war |
| Recommended Build | Frontline Infantry |
How to get it: Available from mid-game onward. See our walkthrough for the exact progression point.
Best builds using Storm Rifle: Pairs naturally with Frontline Infantry thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Anti-Tank Rifle
A heavy single-shot rifle that penetrates vehicle armor. Requires prone position to fire and has a long reload. Anti-Tank Rifles are the infantry's primary vehicle counter — a few AT riflemen can stop a tank push. Always carry AT ammo when enemy vehicles are active.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Frontline Infantry specialized in anti-vehicle defense |
| Key Mechanic | logistics supply chain |
| Recommended Build | Logistics Driver |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Anti-Tank Rifle: Pairs naturally with Logistics Driver thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Machine Gun
A crew-served weapon (requires tripod placement) that suppresses an area with sustained fire. Machine guns lock down chokepoints and provide covering fire for advancing infantry. They require an ammo loader for sustained fire, making them a 2-player weapon system.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Combat Engineer for defensive position support |
| Key Mechanic | base building |
| Recommended Build | Combat Engineer |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Machine Gun: Pairs naturally with Combat Engineer thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Mortar
An indirect fire weapon that launches explosive shells over obstacles. Mortars require a spotter with binoculars to call in accurate fire (coordinates via map). The mortar is the cheapest indirect fire option and devastating against clustered infantry or unarmored structures.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Frontline Infantry in organized operations with spotters |
| Key Mechanic | vehicle manufacturing |
| Recommended Build | Tank Crew |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Mortar: Pairs naturally with Tank Crew thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Bayonet
A melee attachment for rifles that allows charging attacks. Bayonet charges are surprisingly effective in trench warfare where rifles are clumsy. The charge deals high damage and has a stagger effect. Free to attach but risky — missing a charge leaves you exposed.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Frontline Infantry for trench clearing and surprise attacks |
| Key Mechanic | team coordination |
| Recommended Build | Naval Operator |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Bayonet: Pairs naturally with Naval Operator thanks to stat scaling synergies.
Equipment Progression Path
The order you should acquire equipment as you progress:
- Starting gear → Enough to clear Deadlands
- Anti-Tank Rifle → Your first real upgrade, available early
- Machine Gun → Mid-game upgrade with good scaling
- Storm Rifle → Best-in-slot, aim for this by late game
- Upgrade to max → The power spike from max upgrades is enormous
Equipment Tips
- Always upgrade your primary equipment before diversifying — one strong option beats three mediocre ones.
- Match your equipment to your build's stat priorities for maximum scaling.
- Logistics wins wars, not just infantry — the faction with better supply chains wins 90% of the time. Even spending 30 minutes doing logi runs contributes more than hours of frontline fighting with empty supply bases.
- Check our tier list for how equipment rankings affect overall build effectiveness.
More Foxhole Guides
- Foxhole Foxhole Overview
- Foxhole Best Builds
- Foxhole Tier List
- Foxhole Walkthrough
- Foxhole Beginner's Guide
- Foxhole Tips & Tricks
- Foxhole Combat Guide
- Foxhole Boss Guide
- Foxhole Maps & Locations
- Foxhole Crafting Guide
- Foxhole Classes & Characters
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