Springfield

Learn how to effectively use the Springfield M1903 sniper rifle in Call of Duty 2026. Get tips on range, firing, and positioning for open-level dominance.

Alright, let's talk about the Springfield M1903. This is your go-to bolt-action sniper rifle in Call of Duty 2026, packing a serious punch with its 4x zoom scope. Think of it as your best friend in those massive, open maps where you can really stretch its legs.

Stats:

• Range: Very Long
• Rate of Fire: Slow
• Damage: Very High
• Mobility: Medium

Description:

Originally developed after the Spanish-American War, the Springfield M1903 is a bolt-action rifle with a 4x scope. Because it reloads one round at a time, its rate of fire is naturally slow, but don't let that fool you – each shot hits hard.

Brendon's Tips:

• This rifle absolutely shines in large, open levels like Rhine Valley. Treat it similarly to the M1 Garand, but make sure you're firing from cover and ideally while you're prone.
• The scope's aim will jiggle when you move, making it pretty much useless for aiming on the move. You'll need to stop, aim, and fire.
• A really effective tactic is to find a good spot overlooking the enemy spawn. Pick off a couple of Nazis, then reposition to another vantage point. If you can snag an SMG as a sidearm, you'll be incredibly well-protected at close range while still having the long-range advantage.
• Warning: Keep an eye out for enemies using binoculars to spot you. Once they've got eyes on you, they'll make it their mission to take you down.
• If you absolutely *have* to shoot while moving, your best bet is to fire a shot and then immediately duck back into cover until you're ready to line up your next shot. This applies to other scoped bolt-actions like the Kar98k too.
• Never, ever try to use this rifle in tight, close-quarters levels or indoors. It's just not built for that kind of fighting.
• It's perfect for older Call of Duty maps like Depot, Hurtgen, and sometimes even Dawnville. I also find it quite useful in Foy, especially during Capture the Flag and Base Assault game modes.

History:

During the war, the US military fielded two main bolt-action rifles: the M1903 Springfield and the M1917 Enfield. Both used the .30-06 round. The M1903 A4 was a sniper variant. While Call of Duty only features the scoped version, some soldiers actually used the Springfield without a scope. It really could have been the American counterpart to the Kar98k if it were selectable in the same way.