SA80 British Rifle (L85 and L86)
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #312 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
UPDATE 4. 3 NOW RELEASED
(08/04/2019)
Whats new? Now features the A3 Variant of the SA80, complete with all new paint scheme. Also took a look at a couple of bugs.
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Mentioned by Juicehead's mod reviews (Twice, actually.)
Bespoke 1st & 3rd Person SA80 animations
Courtesy of Hitman47101
Legendary 'Who Dares Wins' Edition available in 3. 2 - Higher stats, Legendary stat and unique paint scheme.
Unique paint scheme seen above.
This unique version can be found in Gunner Plaza in the broadcasting room on the ground floor
(Behind a heavily armed master door, near the back of the building) - Screen shots available in gallery for exact location
The SA80 is a British family of 5. 56mm NATO small arms, all of which are selective fire, gas operated assault rifles. The L85 variant of the SA80 has been the standard issue service rifle of the British Armed Forces since 1987. This Fallout 4 Mod features both L85 and L86 versions of the weapon, with various different models, such as tactical editions.
Versions Available:
Tactical Rail and Foregrip
L85 Carbine
L85A1 Stock handguard
L85A3 Handrail
Attachments/Modifications:
All new concealed paint scheme, Digital, Rustic, Factory Fresh and Union Flag Paint schemes
Bayonet and Supressor
ACOG, Barska Red dot, SUSAT and Iron sight
Drum, Polymer and Metal Magazines
Automatic/Repetition Fire modes
Plus Damage Modifiers for higher level players
The rifle can be spawned using 'help sa80 4" or player.additem XX002e20 1 can be used. It can also be found in a cabinet in publick occurrences as well as equipped by gunners and some high level raiders
Please feel more than welcome to upload any screenshots of this mod in action that you have - Credit will be given if used
Thanks to Pikpeter9 for his uploadsAnd thanks to dragonslayer2k12 for looking into the CTD/sound issues
Armours used in screenshots: HN66's SIRIUS Armour. DX Harley Quinn outfit (Facepaint)
Fan of the SA80? Check out Antistar's WARS mod here:
https://forums.nexusmods.com/index.php?/topic/5100310-wip-weapon-addition-and-replacement-suite-wars/
Credits:
Thanez - ACOG Sight
Odec3d - Barska Red dot Sight
Hitman47101 - SA80 Rifle Animation
Adds the iconic British SA80 service rifle (L85 and L86 variants) to Fallout 4. Found in Publik Occurrences, on gunners, and a unique version in Gunners Plaza. A well-endorsed weapon mod with over 4,000 endorsements and 192,000 downloads, last updated in 2019.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 4,173 endorsements and 192k downloads.
- Integrates into the world naturally—found on gunners and in a specific location.
- Adds a unique variant for collectors to hunt down in Gunners Plaza.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019—may have compatibility issues with newer game patches or DLC.
- No mention of crafting or modification options, so it's likely a simple weapon addition.
- Only one weapon type (SA80) with limited variants—not a massive weapon pack.
For Fallout 4 players who want a piece of British military hardware in the wasteland, especially those who enjoy lore-friendly weapon additions. If you're a collector who likes hunting unique variants, the Gunners Plaza version is a nice bonus. Skip if you're looking for a huge weapon pack with extensive modding options.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a weapon mod, make sure you have the necessary DLCs if the mod requires them—check the mod page for any dependencies.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or NMM, install it through there to avoid manual file placement issues.
- Head to Publik Occurrences early to grab the rifle, or hunt gunners to find it as random loot.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- Conn08 - ConradTheThird
- Version
- 4.3
- Downloads
- 192,491
- Endorsements
- 4,173
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 6/3/2017
- Updated
- 5/2/2019
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