The RankSurge Marathon loadout planner lets you pick a Runner shell and two weapons, then checks the build for range gaps and ammo needs. Start from a meta loadout in one tap, save two loadouts, compare them side by side and share a link with your crew before you drop in.
How do I plan a loadout?
- Tap a meta loadout to start, or choose your Runner shell.
- Pick weapon 1 and weapon 2. Top picks are shown first, and you can filter by type.
- Read the loadout check: it shows your close, mid and long-range coverage and any gaps.
- Share the link, or copy it to Loadout B and try a variation.
What makes a good Marathon loadout?
Most strong loadouts pair one close-range weapon, such as an SMG or shotgun, with a mid or long-range rifle, so you can fight inside buildings and across open ground. Then pick a shell that fits how you play: Triage for squads, Assassin for solo flanking or Recon for information.
More Marathon tools: Marathon hub, Runner shells, weapons database and the loadout planner. Playing Destiny 2 too? Try the Destiny 2 build planner.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Marathon loadout planner work?
Pick a Runner shell and two weapons. The planner checks whether your loadout covers close, mid and long range, lists the ammo types you need and warns about common gaps, such as having no close-range weapon. You can start from a meta loadout with one tap.
Can I save a loadout to my Marathon account?
Not yet. Bungie has not released a public Marathon API, so no site can change your in-game loadout. The planner saves two loadouts in your browser, and you can share any loadout with a link. RankSurge will add one-tap equipping when Bungie opens an API.
What is a good Marathon loadout for beginners?
A balanced pick is Recon with the BR33 Volley Rifle and the Bully SMG: the rifle covers open ground and the SMG wins close fights, while Recon's Echo Pulse shows you where enemies are. For a cheaper run, Destroyer with the Stryder M1T and Misriah 2442 uses common weapons on an easy-to-play shell.
Should both weapons use the same ammo?
Using one ammo type keeps your backpack simple and means every ammo pickup is useful. Mixing ammo types lets you use more of what you find. The planner shows which ammo your loadout needs so you can pack the right supplies.
How do I share a loadout with my crew?
Select Share loadout to send a link through your phone's share sheet or copy it. Anyone who opens the link sees the same shell and weapons in their own planner and can tweak it from there.
Can I compare two loadouts?
Yes. Fill Loadout A and Loadout B, then select Compare A vs B to see the shell, weapons, range coverage and best damage, accuracy, handling and range side by side. Use Copy to Loadout B to try a small change without losing your original.
RankSurge is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bungie. Marathon is a trademark of Bungie, Inc. Shell and weapon details are gathered by the RankSurge team from Bungie's announcements and public guides.