What do you think of this loadout for tackling Bugs on difficulty 7+?

Your loadout has potential, but it’s definitely lacking in anti-tank options. You might find yourself relying a lot on teammates for that. Pay attention to your encounters with Bile Spewers; they can be real trouble without a solid plan. Try to replace some pieces with medium penetration primaries; they’re more effective against tougher enemies. Overall, just playtest this setup and refine based on what you encounter.

This loadout looks pretty solid and aligns well with the current meta. One tweak I’d suggest is to remove the Orbital Railcannon; it just doesn’t deliver the value you’d expect. Instead, consider using something like the Orbital Gas or even the Eagle Napalm or Strafing Run for better effectiveness against grouped enemies.

Your setup is decent, but you’re going to struggle with tanky enemies since you might run out of grenades quick. If Thermites are your only anti-tank, I’d suggest using Engineering Kit Armor to carry more of them. Also, gas grenades could be a better alternative than Thermites for clearing out tougher foes. The Cookout and Grenade Pistol combo is great, though! A crossbow could help cover both close and medium-range threats too.