Battlefield 3: Soldier Specializations Explained

Specializations are a game mechanic introduced in Battlefield: Bad Company 2′s multiplayer, that provide benefits to the player and allow customization and tailor-made combat roles. In Battlefield 3, soldier specializations can benefit either the individual solider, or the squad. Choose wisely, as you can only use one specialization per kit.

Below is the breakdown of Battlefield 3′s Soldier Specializations available to you for soldier customization.

Icon	Name	Unlock Rank	Description
	SPRNT	2	The Sprint Specialization allows you to sprint faster and longer.
	AMMO	5	The Ammo Specialization gives two additional magazines of ammo to your primary and secondary weapons.
	FLAK	8	The Flak Jacket Specialization slightly protects you from explosives.
	EXPL	11	The Explosives Specialization gives you twice as many explosives. This does not include grenades, only gadget explosives.
	COVR	14	The Cover Specialization reduces the effect of Suppressive Fire. If you’re being fired on, your screen may blur due to Suppressive Fire.
	SUPR	18	The Suppressive Fire Specialization enhances your Suppressive Fire ability. When you fire at an enemy, their screen will blur quicker.
	FRAG	20	The Frag Specialization gives you twice as many grenades. This only works for M67 Grenades, not 40MM Grenades.
	SQD SPRNT	23	The Squad Sprint Specialization allows you and your squad to sprint faster and longer.
	SQD AMMO	26	The Ammo Specialization gives two additional magazines of ammo to your primary and secondary weapons. this applys for your whole squad.
	SQD FLAK	29	The Squad Flak Jacket Specialization slightly protects you and your squad from explosives
	SQD EXPL	31	The Squad Explosives Specialization gives you and your squad twice as many explosives. This does not include grenades, only gadget explosives.
	SQD SUPR	33	The Squad Suppressive Fire Specialization enhances you and your squads Suppressive Fire ability. When you fire at an enemy, their screen will blur quicker.
	SQD COVR	35	The Squad Cover Specialization reduces the effect of Suppressive Fire for your entire squad. If you’re being fired on, your screen may blur due to Suppressive Fire.
	SQD FRAG	37	The Frag Specialization gives you twice as many grenades. This only works for M67 Grenades, not 40MM Grenades.