We know we’re falling behind with the weapon builds, but we’ve taken our time for what’s supposed to be a guide for the EFT Roubles long run. In this Escape From Tarkov guide, we’ll provide you with cheap but effective early to mid-game weapons and attachments, also known as Budget Builds. Usually, these builds perform well, as recoil or any other important weapon property shouldn’t be a problem. Do not forget though, you still need to land your shots.

Our friend DSR hasn’t stopped playing the game multiple patches in a row, and you can usually find him in the preset feature tinkering new builds. He wants to make builds that are cheap but effective. The following weapons and modifications are subject to change, especially as we progress through future wipes, so we’ll keep this list updated.

Just a quick note, if you’re seeking the best ammunition, then you should probably visit the ammo damage table. There you can find the ammunition that is the best suitable for the caliber you’re using. It’s normal to get the best ammo you could get, but in the early game, try to acquire ammo based on the occasion or raid.

、Escape From Tarkov Cheap but Effective weapon loadouts – Budget Builds
Below you can find a couple of budget weapon builds (weapons + attachments) – cheap to expensive. All of the META weapons are expensive and unaffordable during early levels. That is why the low-budget ones matter.  The ammo is what composes the power, so think twice before loading your weapon.

Escape From Tarkov Cheap but Effective weapon loadouts – Budget Builds
Below you can find a couple of budget weapon builds (weapons + attachments) – cheap to expensive. All of the META weapons are expensive and unaffordable during early levels. That is why the low-budget ones matter.  The ammo is what composes the power, so think twice before loading your weapon.

The builds below aim to provide not only power but also balance, such as solid recoil that will help you with spraying. Thanks to DSR, we leave you with his builds.

AK-74N.

Default Stock + GP-25 Recoil Pad for AK. (3500 Roubles).

Pistol Grip Zenit Rk-3 AK (9000 Roubles).

Handguard Polymer AK-100 Series Foregrip (1400 Roubles).

Tactical Grip Zenit RK-0 Foregrip (6800 Roubles).

Dust Cover default.

Optics EKP-8-02 (9900 Roubles).

Muzzle Zenit DTK-1 Muzzle Brake (4500 Roubles).

TOTAL COST: ~ 67434 Roubles.

AKS-74U / UB.

This weapon is purchasable from Prapor for 72979 rubles, but it may be acquired for a barter item, Cat Figurine. Cat Figurines go around 30,000 roubles on the FLEA MARKET, so you can get an AK for half the roubles of the initial price.

Default Stock IzhMash metal stock for AKS-74U and Recoil Pad from GP-25 for AK Accessory Kit – (Prapor LVL2 3425 Roubles).

Handguard B-11 AKS-74U Handguard – (Skier LVL2 5766 Roubles).

Foregrip Zenit RK-0 Foregrip – (Skier LVL3 6993 Roubles).

Pistol Grip Zenit RK-3 AK pistol grip – (Skier LVL2 9014 Roubles).

Dust Cover Default AKS-74U Dust cover 6P26 Sb.7 – (Prapor LVL1 1270 Roubles).

Charge Handle Zenit RP-1 charge handle for AK – (Skier LVL2 2956 Roubles).

Mount B-18 Mount – (Mechanic LVL2 3529 Roubles).

Optic Burris  EFT Roubles for sale FastFire Weaver Base – (Peacekeeper LVL1 $15) and Burris FastFire 3 Reflex Sight – (Peacekeeper LVL1 $155).