Handheld Jammer

MANET-DIS 5

In-game description

“A portable electronic warfare device that, when active, temporarily disrupts the function of enemy equipment within its range. The device is audible when in use, and can be carried by the user or tossed as a diversion.”
Handheld Jammer in Battlefield 6

Availability

ClassRecon
UnlockSeason 3 Catch-Up Hardware 2
RequirementIntercept Grenades or Rockets with the GPDIS or MP-APS Support Gadget (10)ORDestroy enemy Gadgets (10)
Added in1.3.2.0 (Blastpoint)

Patch history

2 patch notes mentioning the Handheld Jammer, newest first. Each entry is the exact line from EA's Game Update notes.

1.3.3.0Jun 26, 2026gadgets
  • The MANET-DIS 5 Handheld Jammer now disables lights and visual effects on the GDPIS and MP-APS while they are jammed.
  • TRCRv2 Tracer Darts are now temporarily disabled when the attached vehicle activates countermeasures, or when a friendly player has an active Handheld Jammer nearby.
Full patch entry and EA source link: 1.3.3.0 in the balance log

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