Best Warzone loadouts: Meta weapons and classes for Rebirth Island, Fortune’s Keep, Urzikstan, more
The Warzone meta has shifted again after the Season 3 Reloaded update. To make sure that your classes are as strong as possible, you’ll want to use these best Warzone loadouts featuring meta weapons for both short-range and long-range engagements.
With every new season of Warzone, the meta changes drastically. The arrival of new weapons, various buffs & nerfs, and even the addition of new maps forces players to once again figure out the best loadouts to make sure they remain competitive.
In Warzone Season 3 Reloaded, a few weapons stand above the rest with these defining the current meta. Each of these benefits from different builds that you’ll need to know to avoid being left behind.
Here is the breakdown of all the best Warzone loadouts in Season 3 Reloaded including attachments to help you get an edge on your opponents, improve your K/D, and win more matches.
Contents
- Absolute Meta Warzone loadouts
- Meta Warzone loadouts
- Best off-meta Warzone loadouts
- All guns in Call of Duty: Warzone
Absolute Meta Warzone loadouts in Season 3 Reloaded
If you’re looking to use the very best guns in the game, you are going to want to use these weapons. They outperform everything else and have very few downsides.
Long-range weapons (ARs, LMGs, Battle Rifles & Snipers)
DG-58 LSW
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: Wudi Long Barrel
- Optic: JAK Glassless Optic
- Stock: Recoil Reduction Buttplate
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
It wouldn’t be a true Warzone meta without a laser-accurate weapon that anyone can dominate with regardless of skill level. In Season 3 Reloaded, the DG-58 LSW is that gun. Funnily enough, it was already a strong option but buffs in the recent update have made it truly top tier.
This once underrated LMG had its recoil reduced by 13% and received multiple damage buffs. These have taken it from a viable option to an absolute meta option that is showing up on loadouts more and more. It’s no surprise either as the DG-58 LSW is currently the best long-range weapon in Warzone.
MORS
Activision- Barrel: Tonne Heavy Barrel
- Laser: SL Razorhawk Laser Light
- Stock: Superlite-90 Stock
- Ammunition: HVP Anti-Materiel Slug
- Bolt: Quick Bolt
Sniping in Warzone is incredibly strong right now, and the MORS is the best sniper rifle of all. This fierce railgun can one shot down at any range with its unique HVP Anti-Material Slug ammunition equipped. That gives it lethality comparable to the KATT-AMR but with far superior mobility and handling.
It’s up for debate if the MORS is the best sniper for Resurgence, but in regular battle royale modes, this gun outclasses the competition in every regard. This ensures that this is not only one of the best long-range weapons but also Warzone’s best sniper in Season 3 Reloaded.
SVA 545
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: STV Precision Barrel
- Optic: JAK Glassless Optic
- Magazine: 60 Round Mag
- Rear Grip: Citadel Grip
Since MW3’s integration, there has yet to be a meta where the SVA 545 wasn’t at least viable. Now in Season 3 Reloaded, it has emerged as the best assault rifle thanks to its incredible performance at long range.
What makes the SVA 545 so unique is its hyperburst. The AR’s first two shots fire together in a burst, so if you tap fire, it turns into a two-round burst weapon. The main advantage of this is that it becomes incredibly accurate even at extreme distances. This is great in Warzone where gunfights often take place well over 100 meters where most other rifles aren’t accurate enough to compete.
Short-range weapons (SMGs, Shotguns & Pistols)
Striker 9
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: Striker Recon Long Barrel
- Stock: Lachmann Recon Series Stock
- Underbarrel: FTAC SP-10 Angled Grip
- Magazine: 50 Round Drum
If you want a traditional SMG that is easy to use and has great range, look no further. The Striker 9 wasn’t buffed in Season 3 Reloaded, but it was already an excellent close-range option. What has really helped it climb to absolute meta is both the HRM9 and RAM-9 getting nerfed.
That void had to be filled by something and it makes sense for the Striker 9 to do just that. It is an exceptionally accurate weapon with a highly competitive TTK and fast handling. As long as you keep gunfights within 20 meters or so, the Striker 9 will outperform everything else. That’s more than enough of a reason to equip it on your next loadout.
WSP-9
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: HISS Short Light Barrel
- Optic: JAK Glassless Optic
- Underbarrel: XRK Edge BW-4 Handstop
- Magazine: 50 Round Mag
When ti comes to theoretical TTK and damage, the WSP-9 wipes the floor with just about everything else. This phenomenal rendition of the iconic Uzi hits hard, has great mobility, and is even competitive at medium range. This is because its slower fire rate makes it easier to control and more accurate from further away.
However, that slower fire rate is a double-edged sword as it also makes the WSP-9 less forgiving. If you miss a couple of shots, then its TTK becomes significantly worse. This is a high-skill weapon that rewards aim above all else, so while it won’t be for everyone those that can use it are sure to win more games.
Meta Warzone loadouts in Season 3 Reloaded
These guns certainly pack a punch but won’t quite compete with the Absolute Meta. Even so, they offer some variety and are still great weapons in their own right.
Long-range weapons (ARs, LMGs, Battle Rifles & Snipers)
Bruen Mk9
Activision- Muzzle: Casus Brake
- Barrel: 23″ XRK Horizon V2
- Optic: Corio Eagleseye 2.5x
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
- Magazine: 60 Round Mag
Continuing from Season 3, the Bruen Mk9 is still one of the best guns in Warzone. It offers incredible ease of use and a fairly competitive TTK at practically any range making it a strong long-range weapon that the majority of players will enjoy using.
Unfortunately, the Bruen Mk9 did get hit by some nerfs in Season 3 Reloaded. Most notably, its maximum damage was reduced increasing its shots to kill and slowing down its TTK. Even so, it’s still strong, and for those wanting a primary that’s very easy to use the Bruen Mk9 is well worth considering.
Holger 26
Activision- Muzzle: Casus Brake
- Barrel: Holger Factory Barrel
- Optic: JAK Glassless Optic
- Stock: Ascent Lord Stock
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
When compared to the Bruen Mk9 or the DG-58 LSW, the Holger 26 isn’t nearly as easy to use. It has a lot of horizontal recoil which can make it hard to keep on target. However, if you master that recoil pattern then its fast TTK and unbelievable damage range are hard to pass up.
This won’t be the gun for everyone. It has some flaws that many players won’t want to deal with. Even so, it is worth trying as those that do gel with the Holger 26 are going to get some serious work done. Just give it a fair chance and don’t drop this underrated LMG after one or two bad games.
XRK Stalker
Activision- Muzzle: Sonic Suppressor XL
- Barrel: Fission 60 Barrel
- Laser: Corio LAZ-44 V3
- Ammunition: .50 Cal High Grain Rounds
- Bolt: XRK Stalker Light Bolt
The MORS is the best all-around sniper but that doesn’t mean it’s the only one worth using. For aggressive sniping and Resurgence game modes, the XRK Stalker is the better option. This is thanks to its superior mobility and handling which lend themselves well to running around and landing headshots.
There is a big downside to using the XRK Stalker though. Unlike the MORS, it can only secure one shot kills in its maximum damage range. That number varies from loadout to loadout, but on this build that means an effective range of 71m. Even though this limits its usefulness in battle royale, the XRK Stalker is still incredible elsewhere.
Short-range weapons (SMGs, Shotguns & pistols)
BP50 (JAK Revenger)
Activision- Conversion Kit: JAK Revenger Kit
- Muzzle: Zehmn 35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Laser: Kimura RYL33 Laser Light
- Ammunition: 9mm Ammunition: High Grain Rounds
- Rear Grip: TRST-IV Grip Tape
Even before the addition of a new Aftermarket Part, the BP50 was an excellent medium-range weapon. Now that it has access to the JAK Revenger conversion kit, it’s one of the best close-range guns too.
By far the biggest upside to using this BP50 loadout is the insane mobility. This build gives you a Sprint Speed of 6.2 m/s and a Tactical Sprint Speed of 7.7 m/s. Those numbers are absurd and dwarf any other viable Warzone build. They also ensure that the BP50 with the JAK Revenger kit is the ultimate run-and-gun primary weapon for those who want to play as fast as possible.
Striker
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: Striker Recon Long Barrel
- Stock: FSS Priority Tactical Stock
- Underbarrel: XRK BW-4 Handstop
- Magazine: 60 Round Drum
A big damage buff in Season 3 Reloaded has pushed the Striker out of irrelevance and firmly into Warzone’s meta. It saw some use here and there before the update but was largely held back by its lack of damage. With that problem now solved, the Striker is finally worth using.
This SMG doesn’t necessarily excel in any one particular area but it’s also pretty good at everything. The Striker is easy to control, has fast handling, and good mobility. To top it off, its TTK is good enough to hold its own against the absolute meta-SMGs. Even if it isn’t necessarily dominant, the Striker has earned its place in the meta as a weapon that will never let you down.
Best off-meta Warzone loadouts in Season 3 Reloaded
These weapons aren’t necessarily the meta right now, but they can hold their own and are a lot of fun to use. Consider trying these out if you want a competitive option that most other players aren’t using.
COR-45
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Optic: Mk.3 Reflector
- Stock: XRK Dynamic Precision Stock
- Magazine: 40 Round Drum
- Conversion Kit: XRK IP-V2 Conversion Kit
The COR-45 has always been solid in Warzone but it was hard to maintain the fire rate required to make this pistol competitive. However, the XRK IP-V2 Conversion Kit changed that by introducing a binary trigger. This makes it much easier to utilize the COR-45’s true potential and reach its maximum fire rate all at once.
It does take some getting used to as you don’t want to simply spam fire the trigger, but rather find a rhythm where the gun fires fastest. However, once you have figured this out the COR-45 becomes a true monster at short range offering a competitive TTK that can hold its own against almost anything.
Holger 556
Activision- Muzzle: Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: Chrios-6 Match
- Optic: JAK Glassless Optic
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
- Magazine: 40 Round Mag
Unfortunately, the Holger 556 is capped at just 40 rounds making it difficult to use in Trios and Quads. The constant reloading will not only lose you kills but also cost you gunfights and potentially entire matches. However, this AR is a fantastic option in Solos and Duos where smaller magazines are viable.
If you find yourselves playing these smaller team game modes often then you should definitely try out the Holger 556. It has a competitive TTK but more importantly, it just feels fantastic to use and is extremely consistent.
Lockwood Mk2 (JAK Wardens)
Activision- Conversion Kit: JAK Wardens
- Muzzle: Crown Breaker Choke
- Laser: Verdant Hook Cylindrical Laser
As much as the community likes to complain about these Akimbo shotguns, they aren’t meta. They are too inconsistent and are often outgunned by SMGs. Missing shots is extremely costly and unless you have the nastiest flicks in the West, they will get you killed more often than not.
Despite all those flaws, it’s impossible to ignore how fun these reimagined Model 1887s are to use. Running around and three-tapping enemies as you spin them around is a blast. The JAK Wardens are especially fun on Resurgence where it’s much easier to get up close and personal.
MCW
Activision- Muzzle: VT-7 Spiritfire Suppressor
- Barrel: 16.5″ MCW Cyclone Long Barrel
- Optic; Corio Eagleseye 2.5x
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
- Magazine: 60 Round Drum
Make no mistake, the MCW is not meta. It simply doesn’t deal enough damage to compete against every other option on this list, and even some that didn’t make the cut. However, it does excel in one particular area. It is the easiest weapon to use in Warzone making it extremely casual-friendly.
You have probably heard the terms ‘No recoil’ and ‘Laser beam’ more than you’d like but the MCW is a rare case where those two descriptions are fair. This assault rifle is a true point-and-click gun that requires very little to no recoil control or skill to use. It has a slow TTK but if you want to sit back and have an easy time, it’s a great option.
All guns in Call of Duty: Warzone
Now we’ve outlined the best Warzone meta weapons and loadouts, let’s check out all the other options available for players across both MW2 and MW3’s vast arsenal.
Warzone Assault Rifles
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4 | Loadout/Class | SVA 545 | Loadout/Class |
| TAQ-56 | Loadout/Class | MTZ-556 | Loadout/Class |
| Kastov 762 | Loadout/Class | Holger 556 | Loadout/Class |
| Lachmann-556 | Loadout/Class | MCW | Loadout/Class |
| STB 556 | Loadout/Class | DG-56 | Loadout/Class |
| M16 | Loadout/Class | FR 5.56 | Loadout/Class |
| Kastov-74u | Loadout/Class | RAM-7 | Loadout/Class |
| Kastov 545 | Loadout/Class | BP50 | Loadout/Class |
| M13B | Loadout/Class | BAL-27 | Loadout/Class |
| Chimera | Loadout/Class | ||
| ISO Hemlock | Loadout/Class | ||
| Tempus Razorback | Loadout/Class | ||
| FR Avancer | Loadout/Class | ||
| M13C | Loadout/Class | ||
| TR-76 Geist | Loadout/Class |
Warzone SMGs
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEL 46 | Loadout/Class | Striker | Loadout/Class |
| MX9 | Loadout/Class | WSP Swarm | Loadout/Class |
| Lachmann Sub | Loadout/Class | AMR9 | Loadout/Class |
| Vaznev-9k | Loadout/Class | WSP-9 | Loadout/Class |
| FSS Hurricane | Loadout/Class | Rival-9 | Loadout/Class |
| Minibak | Loadout/Class | Striker 9 | Loadout/Class |
| PDSW 528 | Loadout/Class | RAM-9 | Loadout/Class |
| Fennec 45 | Loadout/Class | HRM-9 | Loadout/Class |
| ISO 45 | Loadout/Class | FJX Horus | Loadout/Class |
| Lachmann Shroud | Loadout/Class | ||
| ISO 9mm | Loadout/Class |
Warzone Battle Rifles
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lachmann 762 | Loadout/Class | BAS-B | Loadout/Class |
| SO-14 | Loadout/Class | Sidewinder | Loadout/Class |
| TAQ-V | Loadout/Class | MTZ-762 | Loadout/Class |
| FTAC Recon | Loadout/Class | SOA Subverter | Loadout/Class |
| Cronen Squall | Loadout/Class |
Warzone LMGs
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sakin MG38 | Loadout/Class | Pulemyot 762 | Loadout/Class |
| HCR 56 | Loadout/Class | DG-58 LSW | Loadout/Class |
| 556 Icarus | Loadout/Class | Bruen Mk9 | Loadout/Class |
| Raal MG | Loadout/Class | Holger 26 | Loadout/Class |
| RPK | Loadout/Class | TAQ Eradicator | Loadout/Class |
| Rapp H | Loadout/Class | TAQ Evolvere | Loadout/Class |
Warzone Sniper Rifles
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCPR-300 | Loadout/Class | KATT-AMR | Loadout/Class |
| Signal 50 | Loadout/Class | Longbow | Loadout/Class |
| LA-B 330 | Loadout/Class | KV Inhibitor | Loadout/Class |
| SP-X 80 | Loadout/Class | XRK Stalker | Loadout/Class |
| Victus XMR | Loadout/Class | MORS | Loadout/Class |
| FJX Imperium | Loadout/Class | ||
| Carrack .300 | Loadout/Class |
Warzone Shotguns
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockwood 300 | Loadout/Class | Lockwood 680 | Loadout/Class |
| Expedite 12 | Loadout/Class | Haymaker | Loadout/Class |
| Bryson 800 | Loadout/Class | Riveter | Loadout/Class |
| Bryson 890 | Loadout/Class | ||
| KV Broadside | Loadout/Class | ||
| MX Guardian | Loadout/Class |
Warzone Marksman Rifles
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBR-14 | Loadout/Class | KVD Enforcer | Loadout/Class |
| SP-R 208 | Loadout/Class | MCW 6.8 | Loadout/Class |
| Lockwood MK2 | Loadout/Class | DM56 | Loadout/Class |
| LM-S | Loadout/Class | MTZ Interceptor | Loadout/Class |
| SA-B 50 | Loadout/Class | ||
| Taq-M | Loadout/Class | ||
| Tempus Torrent | Loadout/Class |
Warzone Pistols
| Weapon (MW2) | Guide | Weapon (MW3) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| X13 Auto | Loadout/Class | COR-45 | Loadout/Class |
| Basilisk Akimbo | Loadout/Class | Renetti | Loadout/Class |
| FTAC Siege | Loadout/Class | TYR | Loadout/Class |
| 9mm Daemon | Loadout/Class | WSP Stinger | Loadout/Class |
Check out more Warzone guides to improve your gameplay and get the most out of Call of Duty’s battle royale:
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