Best Warzone Sniper Rifle loadouts in Season 2

Kurt Perry
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Sniper rifles have experienced their fair share of ups and downs in Warzone’s meta, but the best sniper loadouts are always among the top guns in Call of Duty’s battle royale.

The power of snipers is unmatched for long-range engagements, providing critical support by pressuring and eliminating enemy squads from afar. To keep snipers balanced, Raven has implemented various buffs and nerfs throughout Warzone’s history, with Season 2 being no exception.

This update introduced huge buffs to Sniper Rifles by reducing idle sway, making them more consistent and cementing their place in the meta. After the latest changes, these are the best sniper rifle loadouts that you should be using.

Best Sniper Rifle loadouts in Warzone

1. LR 7.62

The best LR 7.62 loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone.
  • Muzzle: Suppressor
  • Barrel: Long Barrel
  • Underbarrel: Lightweight Handguard
  • Rear Grip: Quickdraw Grip
  • Fire Mods: 7.62 NATO Overpressured

Warzone’s meta is ever-changing but right now, the LR 7.62 is the best sniper in the battle royale. Effective at extremely long ranges, the weapon’s high bullet velocity reduces the amount of prediction necessary to land shots. That’s great on larger maps like Urzikstan, and the LR 7.62’s handling is competent enough to make it viable in Resurgence modes too.

Honestly, the LR 7.62 isn’t actually the best in any particular area, but it’s still extremely good as it doesn’t struggle in any area either. With this build, it does everything you would want a sniper rifle to do, making it the absolute top pick in the current meta. Just be sure to use the Long Barrel to boost range, as that’s a must to get the most out of this gun.

2. Kar98k

The best Kar98k loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone.
  • Optic: Range Caller v3.4 Optic
  • Muzzle: Sonic Suppressor L
  • Barrel: Prazisionsgewehr 762 Long Barrel
  • Slings: Recon Sling
  • Ammunition: 7.92x57mm High Grain Rounds

The Kar98k remains a top-tier option in Warzone, and it doesn’t take a genius to figure out why. It can down in one shot up to 67 meters, which is extraordinary considering how fast its handling is compared to other snipers. This weapon is especially strong in Resurgence, where it is one of the best weapons in the game.

It has received a few range nerfs since its initial release, but these haven’t stopped it from being the premier sniper for more aggressive players. Even after all of these years, this classic marksman rifle is still the gun you want to pick if dominating close to medium-range duels is your goal. Just be aware that it will lose to other snipers at long range, so be sure to pick your gunfights.

3. Victus XMR

The best Victus XMR loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone.
  • Muzzle: VT-7 Spiritfire Suppressor XL
  • Barrel: Mack 8 33.5 Super
  • Rear Grip: Bruen G305 Grip Wrap
  • Stock: XRK Rise 50
  • Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity

Unlike most MW2 weapons, the Victus XMR has actually gotten better in this new era of Warzone. Before Black Ops 6 was integrated, practically nobody ever used it, but now it stands out as a legitimately competitive option. This is mostly because of its incredible bullet velocity, which beats out every other sniper rifle.

However, it also has an impressive one-shot kill range of almost 100 meters. This makes it a lethal marksman weapon for those wanting to keep their distance, especially if you use the Mack 8 33.5 Super barrel and .50 Cal High Velocity ammo. This boosts its bullet velocity to the highest possible, allowing you to down enemies from miles away with ease.

4. LW3A1 Frostline

The best LW3A1 Frostline loadout in Warzone.
  • Muzzle: Suppressor
  • Barrel: Long Barrel
  • Magazine: Extended Mag I
  • Comb: Quickdraw Riser
  • Fire Mods: 7.62 NATO Overpressured

Although it isn’t as popular as the other snipers on this list, the LW3A1 Frostline is still a great option that offers a middle ground between the LR 7.62 and Kar98k. It performs well in a variety of key areas, including bullet velocity, effective range, and handling, while not necessarily topping any of them.

This lack of a standout stat stops it from being absolute meta, but the LW3A1 is one of those guns that will resonate with certain players. It’s hard to explain, so we encourage you to try it out and see if you like it or not. Just be sure to equip the Long Barrel to maximize range and the Quickdraw Riser to keep this build feeling snappy and responsive.

5. KATT-AMR

The best KATT-AMR loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone.
  • Muzzle: VT-7 Spiritfire Suppressor XL
  • Barrel: Zang-34 Barrel
  • Bolt: Ephemeral Quickbolt
  • Stock: Tactical Stock Pad
  • Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity

The KATT-AMR is a classic option that has been meta in Warzone ever since it was added. That remains true following Black Ops 6’s integration, where this heavy hitter continues to excel due to its high damage and excellent range. It can’t one-shot at any distance anymore, but the KATT-AMR is still a great gun that beats out most other sniper rifles.

However, there is one big problem with this weapon – it has poor mobility and handling. This can’t be entirely mitigated, but using the Ephemeral Quickbolt and Tactical Stock Pack helps a lot. With these attachments, the KATT-AMR is at least reasonably quick to the point where it isn’t actively hindering the weapon anymore, allowing its strengths to shine through.

All Warzone Sniper Rifles ranked

RANKWEAPONOne Shot Range
1LR 7.6286m
2Kar98k67m
3Victus XMR99m
4LW3A1 Frostline73m
5KATT-AMR100m
6MORS200m
7AMR Mod 499m
8FJX Imperium72m
9XRK Stalker72m
10MCPR-30043m
11LA-B 33041m
12SP-X 8033m
13KV InhibitorRequires two shots
14SVDRequires two shots
15Signal 50Requires two shots
16LongbowRequires two shots
17Carrack .300Requires two shots

The above ranking assumes the use of the best loadout possible for each gun, with the main goal of maximizing damage range potential. This is by far the most important stat with a sniper rifle, as it impacts how far away you can down enemies in a single shot.

When building these guns, you’ll also want to prioritize bullet velocity to make your shots travel faster. This is another key stat that makes landing shots at long range much easier, which is a must given how mobile players can be these days using Omnimovement.

Meta Analysis

The LR 7.62 sniper rifle in Call of Duty: Warzone.

Sniper Rifles weren’t changed much in Season 2, so the meta has remained largely the same. As before, the LR 7.62 is still the best overall option, with its high bullet velocity and great range making it extremely dangerous on larger maps.

However, if you plan to plan Resurgence, you are better off using the Kar98k or LW3A1 Frostline instead. These two guns offer far superior handling, which is ideal for those medium-range scenarios where you you need to aim in quickly to avoid missing out on a potential kill.

Otherwise, the Victus XMR is a more extreme version of the LR 7.62 that works great if you enjoy sitting back and taking things slow. Alternatively, the KATT-AMR is a semi-auto sniper, making it more forgiving if you happen to miss your opening shot. Neither of these are absolute meta, but they are worth considering for players looking for something different.

For more Warzone loadouts, check out the best Assault Rifles, SMGs, and which guns are the most popular. Also, you’ll want to make sure you are using the best controller settings and PC settings possible to optimize your experience.