Best Helldivers 2 Automaton Loadout – Ultimate S Tier Build

If you’re looking for the best Helldivers 2 Automaton build, this S-Tier anti-bot loadout makes fighting the bots feel like Easy Mode. This setup gives you answers for everything — Hulks, Tanks, War Striders, Factory Striders, bot drops, and outposts — whether you’re playing solo or in a full squad. This Helldivers 2 Automaton loadout focuses on explosive plasma weapons, heavy anti-tank stratagems, and strong defensive positioning to completely counter the bot faction. Build Breakdown Primary Weapons Punisher Plasma Plasma Purifier Secondary Ultimatum (Alternatives: Senator / Talon) Grenade Thermite Stratagems Recoilless Rifle Rocket Sentry Anti-Tank Emplacement 500kg Bomb / Orbital Laser / 380mm Barrage Armor B1 Tactical (Extra Padding) B24 Enforcer (Fortified – 50% explosive resistance) Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:14 – Primary - Punisher Plasma 1:56 – Primary - Plasma Purifier 2:42 – Best Secondary Options 3:28 – Thermite Grenades 3:52 – Recoilless Rifle (Best Anti-Tank Launcher) 4:44 – Rocket Sentry 5:12 – Anti-Tank Emplacement 6:00 – Offensive Stratagem Options (500kg, Orbital Laser, 380mm) 6:57 – Best Armor for Automatons 7:49 – Final Thoughts