The best Warzone 2 loadouts and weapons to use (2024)

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  • M4 and P890
  • Vaznev-9K and Expedite 12
  • TAQ-56 and Lachmann Sub
  • SP-R 208 and FSS Hurricane
  • SA-B 50 and Kastov-74U

The best Warzone 2 loadouts are here, with the best weapons, perks, attachments and equipment from Modern Warfare 2 laid out for you. While there's dozens of weapons to pick from, and choosing the best Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 guns is pretty difficult without a lot of supplementary info, never fear - we've done the research for you, and can provide you with some of the best loadouts, with options for Assault Rifle, SMG and Marksman Rifle builds.

That being said, keep in mind that all these can be tweaked and twisted along the way. While certain weapon combos and builds tend to come up in the Warzone 2 meta a lot, it's better to go with the guns you're comfortable with - it doesn't help having the best loadout if you don't know how to use it.

So with that all in mind, if you want to know what to set up or aim for in your loadouts, here's the best Warzone 2 loadouts to look through and equip your operators with.

M4 and P890

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The M4 is one of the most popular Modern Warfare 2 Assault Rifles. Not only is it a starting weapon that every player has access to, but it's also proving to be incredibly versatile – with a large range of attachments available, it's possible to tailor this weapon to fit a variety of ranges and playstyles. Below you'll find our pick for the best all-round version, but we have covered other builds in our guide to the best M4 loadout in Modern Warfare 2.

Recommended M4 attachments:

  • Optic: Cronen Mini Red Dot
  • Muzzle: FTAC Castle Comp
  • Barrel: Hightower 20" Barrel
  • Stock: Corio Precio Factory
  • Rear Grip: XTEN Grip

While you could take the Overkill perk and pair the M4 with an SMG or Marksman Rifle, one of the most popular plays right now is to have the P890 pistol in your secondary slot. Truth be told, pistols can be a bit of a grind to level to get access to the required attachments, but if you make good use of your Modern Warfare 2 Double XP tokens you'll get there in no time. Two shot enemies with the best P890 loadout in Modern Warfare 2.

Recommended P890 attachments:

  • Muzzle: Forge DX90-F
  • Barrel: XRX Tacops Barrel
  • Magazine: 10-Round Mag
  • Trigger Action: Bruen Express
  • Rear Grip: FJX DVF60 Grip

Vaznev-9K and Expedite 12

Between the Lachmann Sub and the FSS Hurricane, there is some debate as to what the best SMG in Modern Warfare 2 is right now. But our money is on the Vaznev-9K. You'll need to whip through the vast majority of the Kastov Platform tree to gain access to the weapon, but this SMG has a wicked TTK and will down enemies in just a couple of shots if you can get to grips with the best Vaznev-9K loadout in Modern Warfare 2.

Recommended Vaznev-9K attachments:

  • Muzzle: FTAC Castle Comp
  • Barrel: KAS-1 381MM
  • Laser: Schlanger PEQ Box IV
  • Stock: Otrezat Stock
  • Rear Grip: Demo-X2 Grip

While there is a reasonable shout to be made that the Vaznev-9K is best paired with the P890 pistol, you may want to give yourself a little more stopping power. By using the Overkill perk, which allows you to equip two primary weapons, you could pair the SMG up with the Expedite 12 shotgun. It's fast and reliable, and will be devastating on Modern Warfare 2 maps like Farm 18 and Breenbergh Hotel.

Recommended Expedite 12 attachments:

  • Muzzle: Xten Modified Choke
  • Barrel: 18.5” Emperor Barrel
  • Laser: 1mw Quick Fire Laser
  • Stock: Schlager Resonance
  • Bolt: Expedite L-Bolt

TAQ-56 and Lachmann Sub

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The TAQ-56 is, for all intents and purposes, the ever-popular SCAR from Warzone, so you may want to get to grips with this weapon now should it have an equally prestigious place in the Warzone 2 gun meta. It's got a really clean iron sight, so you're better off investing in attachments that help balance out that horizontal recoil and increase the ADS speed. The best TAQ-56 loadout in Modern Warfare 2 will be dominant in the weeks ahead.

Recommended TAQ-56 attachments:

  • Muzzle: Komodo Heavy
  • Barrel: 14.5" Tundra Pro Barrel
  • Underbarrel: FTAC Tiger Grip
  • Stock: TV Cardinal Stock
  • Rear Grip: Demo Cleanshot Grip

While you could (again) take the powerful P890 pistol out with the TAQ-56, it isn't the worst idea in the world to pair this assault rifle with the popular Lachmann Sub. This MP5 SMG is great in a pinch, although you'll need to be careful with managing ammunition between these two fast weapons if you're taking the Overkill perk out into the field instead of Scavenger. Still, this is the best Lachmann Sub Modern Warfare 2 loadout we've found so far.

Recommended Lachmann Sub attachments:

  • Muzzle: FTAC M-SUB 12"
  • Barrel: XTEN RR-40
  • Underbarrel: FSS Sharkfin 90
  • Stock: LM Stockless Mod
  • Rear Grip: Lachmann TCG-10

SP-R 208 and FSS Hurricane

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Here's the most popular Modern Warfare 2 Marksman Rifle, the SP-R 208 – a returning favorite that's giving the Sniper Rifle class weapons a run for their money. If you can get a handle on this thing it's absolutely dominant, and able to ruin people at short, medium, and long range encounters. Honestly, when you look at the state of the best SP-R 208 loadout in Modern Warfare 2, you have to wonder whether Infinity Ward will nerf it before long.

Recommended SP-R 208 attachments:

  • Optic: SP-X 80 6.6X
  • Laser: Corio Laz-44 V3
  • Comb: Aim-Assist 406
  • Stock: ZRL T70 Pad Extension
  • Bolt: FSS ST87 Bolt

While it is possible to treat the SP-R 208 like a shotgun if you get jumped, thanks to that FSS ST87 Bolt attachment which increases the firing speed, you'll probably want to pair this Marksman Rifle with an SMG. The FSS Hurricane is a favorite because of its solid control and recoil. The best FSS Hurricane loadout in Modern Warfare 2 is simple, but it carried me through the first set of MW2 Mastery Camo challenges to get Gold.

Recommended FSS Hurricane attachments:

  • Optic: Cronen Mini Red Dot
  • Laser: 1MW Laser Box
  • Barrel: FSS Cannonade 16"
  • Underbarrel: VX Pineapple
  • Rear Grip: XTEN Grip

SA-B 50 and Kastov-74U

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While much of the Modern Warfare 2 community is going wild over the SP-R 208, I actually think the SA-B 50 Marksman Rifle is the better of the two. It unlocks once you've gotten the SP-R 208 to level 13, so feel free to try both. But for my money, the best SA-B 50 loadout in Modern Warfare 2 has devastating, one-shot stopping power which can absolutely slay across short and medium-range engagements.

Recommended SA-B 50 attachments:

  • Barrel: 12.5" Carbon Barrel
  • Laser: Corio LAZ-44 V3
  • Stock: XRK Specter Mod
  • Rear Grip: Schlager Match Grip
  • Bolt: FSS ST87 Bolt

Truth be told, the SA-B 50 probably pairs best with the P890, but if you don't want to level the pistol, then a fast-firing SMG like the PDSW 528 or a chunky Assault Rifle like the Kastov-74U is a good shout. We're going to list the attachments for the latter here, as we believe that the best Kastov-74U loadout in Modern Warfare 2 will give you a little more versatility and options on the Core maps.

Recommended Kastov-74U attachments:

  • Muzzle: XTEN Havoc 90
  • Barrel: BR209 Barrel
  • Underbarrel: Agent Grip
  • Stock: Markeev R7 Stock
  • Rear Grip: True-Tac Grip

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The best Warzone 2 loadouts and weapons to use (2024)

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What is the best gun in Warzone 2 right now? ›

Warzone Ranked Meta
RankWeaponUsage
1STG44Long range
2Superi 46Close range
3Static-HVClose range
4MCWLong range
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What is best Warzone 2 loadout? ›

Best Warzone 2 loadout #2: Victus XMR + BAS-P
  • Muzzle: Bruen Counter-Ops (Unlock at Victus XMR lvl 21)
  • Barrel: Mack 8 33.5 Super (Unlock at Victus XMR lvl 3)
  • Laser: VLK LZR 7MW (Unlock at STB 556 lvl 5)
  • Ammunition: . 50 Cal High Velocity (Unlock at Victus XMR lvl 9)
  • Rear Grip: Bruen Q900 Grip (Unlock at Sakin MG38 lvl 3)
Jan 3, 2023

What is the most powerful weapon in Warzone 2? ›

Best Call of Duty Warzone guns
  • STG 44.
  • Static HV.
  • Kar98k.
  • Superi 46.
  • DG 58 LSW.
  • BP50.
  • KATT AMR.
  • MCW.
Jul 25, 2024

What is the best loadout in Warzone right now? ›

Warzone Meta Loadouts
  1. #1. MWIII. AR. 5.56 NATO. 31.22% -1.86 p.p. today.
  2. #2. MWIII. SMG. .45 Auto. 25.00% +1.88 p.p. today.
  3. #3. MWIII. SMG. 5.7x28mm. 8.37% +0.02 p.p. today.
  4. #4. MWIII. AR. 5.90% +0.20 p.p. today.
  5. #5. MWIII. AR. 5.7x28mm. 4.85% ...
  6. #6. MWIII. Rifle. 4.58% 0.00 p.p. today.
  7. #7. MWIII. SMG. 4.6x30mm. 2.47% ...
  8. #8. MWIII. LMG. 7.62x54mmR. 2.13%

What is the best no recoil gun in Warzone 2? ›

Conclusion. Due to its low recoil and quick time to kill, the SVA 545 Assault Rifle stands out as an exceptional weapon in Call of Duty: Warzone Season 2. When utilized correctly, it becomes a powerful tool for gaining the upper hand in long-range combat.

What is the most powerful assault rifle in Warzone 2? ›

Best AR in Warzone
  1. STG44. 🥇 META Tier : Pick Rate 5.40% ...
  2. BAL-27. 🥈 META Tier : Pick Rate 4.79% ...
  3. Holger 556. 🥉 META Tier : Pick Rate 4.53% ...
  4. MCW. A Tier : Pick Rate 0.96% 🥇 Best Loadout. ...
  5. MTZ-556. A Tier : Pick Rate 0.95% ...
  6. SVA 545. A Tier : Pick Rate 0.94% ...
  7. BP50. A Tier : Pick Rate 0.92% ...
  8. Tempus Razorback. A Tier : Pick Rate 0.81%

What's the best AR in Warzone right now? ›

MTZ 556. The MTZ 556 has received several buffs in recent updates, taking it towards the top of the Warzone AR tier list. Its exceptional performance at long ranges makes it an excellent option for dealing huge damage from afar.

Where is the best money in Warzone 2? ›

Even if you normally play passively in battle royale, keeping to the low-key areas and outskirts of the map, you'll want to pick hotter drops for Plunder. Places like Al Mazrah City or the Sattiq Cave Complex have so many loot-filled buildings that make them great areas for cash hauls.

What are the best drivers for Warzone 2? ›

If you're experiencing graphical issues in Call of Duty: Warzone, be sure to install the applicable video card drivers listed below. The recommended driver version for Call of Duty: Warzone is 546.29. The recommended driver version for Call of Duty: Warzone is 23.10.2.

What gun is everyone using in Warzone? ›

1. DG-56 (Assault Rifle) The DG-56 is without a doubt the meta weapon in Warzone Season One, as it has incredible damage and minimal recoil. This loadout build focuses on improving those stats as much as possible.

What guns should I unlock for Warzone 2? ›

Best Warzone 2 guns tier list
  • RKG (LMG)
  • FSS Hurricane (SMG)
  • M4 (Assault Rifle)
  • Fennec 45 (SMG)
  • TAQ-56 (Assault Rifle)
  • Chimera (Assault Rifle)
  • Vaznev-9K (SMG)
  • SP-R 208 (Marksman Rifle)
Feb 16, 2023

What is the best weapon for beginners in Warzone 2? ›

If you're just starting, your best bet while you learn about the map and where to drop is to use the M4 Assault Rifle and the MCBR Sniper Rifle.

What guns have the fastest TTK in Warzone? ›

Seven fastest TTK weapon loadouts in Warzone Season 5
  • STG44 in Warzone (Image via Activision)
  • Static-HV in Warzone (Image via Activision)
  • Reclaimer 18 in Warzone (Image via Activision)
  • MCW in Warzone (Image via Activision)
  • FJX Horus in Warzone (Image via Activision)
  • WSP Swarm in Warzone (image via Activision)
Jul 29, 2024

What is the lowest recoil in Warzone? ›

The SVA 545 in hyper burst mode is incredibly efficient with almost no recoil, making it a top choice for players who prioritize ease of use. The MX9, an MW2 gun, is a sleeper option in the SMG category, offering low recoil and competitive time-to-kill.

What is the best one shot gun in Warzone 2? ›

Best one-shot Lockwood 300 loadout for Warzone 2 The Haunting. To get the one-shot loadout of Lockwood 300 in Warzone 2 The Haunting, players will have to equip it with the following attachments: Muzzle - GW Max-99 (Vertical - -1.40 oz, Horizontal - +1.00 in)

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