COD Modern Warfare 2: Best PDSW 528 Loadout

• To unlock custom loadouts for the PDSW 528, players should progress to level 4 and unlock the Gunsmith.
• Leveling up the PDSW 528 and other guns will unlock more attachments and modification slots.
• The best PDSW 528 loadout attachments include the FTAC Series IX 14.5″ barrel, the Bruen Cubic Comp muzzle, the Integrated Reflex Rail, the TV TacComb comb, and the Point-G3P 04 laser.
• The best PDSW 528 loadout perks and equipment include Double Time, Tracker, Hardline, and Ghost as the Perks, X12 as the Secondary, Flash as the Tactical, Semtex as the Lethal, and Dead Silence and Battle Rage as the Field Upgrades.

The PDSW 528 is the starting SMG players will have in their class setup as they begin Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (COD MW2). However, like most of the other best guns in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, pairing it with the right loadout can make all the difference. Therefore, this guide will go through the best class loadout build that new and existing players can use when picking up the PDSW 528 in Modern Warfare 2 (MW2)!

The PDSW 528, better known to most gamers as the P90, sees continued popularity in the community. One reason for this is its impressive fire rate, beaten only by the Vel-46 and Fennec 45. It also boasts great handling stats. This makes swapping, reloading, or aiming down sights with it faster when compared to other SMGs like the Lachmann Sub.

Another upside of using the PDSW 528 is the high ammo count. It has a 50-round magazine with 100 rounds in reserve. This complements its high fire rate and makes it easy to take on multiple enemies in quick succession. However, the weapon has considerable recoil, which reduces its effectiveness at longer ranges.

On the other hand, if you are looking for SMGs with higher damage, we recommend looking at the FSS Hurricane! Alternatively, the MX9 is another great option for close-quarters.

Best PDSW 528 Loadout Attachments

• Barrel: FTAC Series IX 14.5″
• Muzzle: Bruen Cubic Comp
• Rail: Integrated Reflex Rail
• Comb: TV TacComb
• Laser: Point-G3P 04

This loadout focuses on mobility. The increased movement and sprint to fire speeds mean that players can quickly dart around the map and take down any foes they come across. They will be able to do this effectively at closer ranges thanks to the better hip fire accuracy this setup brings. Furthermore, the weapon’s ranged capabilities are also bolstered by increasing its damage range and bullet velocity while making the recoil more manageable.

Regardless, as is often the case with SMGs, this weapon will not excel at range. For that, we recommend trying out some of the best snipers in the game such as the Signal 50.

The table below highlights the stat changes this loadout offers.

Barrel: FTAC Series IX 14.5″

Moreover, the barrel makes the weapon more effective when engaging at extended distances. It does so by increasing the damage at range while also increasing bullet velocity. This also makes the weapon feel snappier at these ranges since your shots land instantly.

Muzzle: Bruen Cubic Comp

Conversely, the muzzle does reduce aim down sights speed of the weapon. However, since our loadout focuses more on hip fire, this should not be of much consequence.

Rail: Integrated Reflex Rail

Another benefit of the Integrated Reflex Rail is its movement speed buff. This helps greatly in our mobility-centric class setup for the PDSW 528 SMG in Modern Warfare 2 (MW2). As a result, you can cover distance quickly while being a harder target to hit.

Comb: TV TacComb

More notably, though, the attachment increases players’ sprint to fire speed. This means that after sprinting, players will be able to get their shots off more quickly. This lets players pursue more of a run and gun style of gameplay, which this PDSW 528 class loadout build excels at in Modern Warfare 2 (MW2).

Laser: Point-G3P 04

Finally, we decided to go with the Point-G3P 04 laser. This is a green laser sight targeted towards hip fire and mobility.

By increasing your weapon’s hip recoil control and hip fire accuracy, it makes hip fire an effective option in close-ranged gunfights. This removes the need to aim in and negates the reduced aim down sights speeds this loadout brings. It also has the additional benefit of increased sprint to fire speed.

The only downside here is that the laser is visible to enemies. However, the continuously mobile playstyle this loadout encourages means that players will not be holding angles for long anyways.

Best PDSW 528 Loadout Perks

Perks are an important selection in any Call of Duty loadout because of the impactful abilities and buffs they bring to the table. As such, we have selected the best perks that play nicely into the playstyle that we have curated for the PDSW 528. Here is our selection:

• Base Perk 1: Double Time
• Base Perk 2: Tracker
• Bonus Perk: Hardline
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost

The next base perk is Tracker. This lets players see recent footsteps of enemies. Therefore, players can use this coupled with their increased movement speeds to effectively go on the hunt and track down enemies.

For the Bonus Perk, we have selected Hardline, which reduces the cost of each equipped Killstreak by 1, or of each equipped Scorestreak by 125. Therefore, it can greatly help players get those coveted bonuses and lead to even more kills.

The Ultimate Perk in our loadout is Ghost, which makes players invisible to UAVs, Portable Radars, and Heartbeat Sensors. Since UAVs are among the most common Killstreaks/Scorestreaks in the game, having this perk equipped is a big bonus. Players can, therefore, easily execute flanks undetected and get the drop on enemies.  

Best PDSW 528 Class Equipment

The equipment includes the secondary, tactical, lethal, and field upgrades that go with your setup. Here are our recommendations for the best equipment for your PDSW 528 class loadout build in Modern Warfare 2 (MW2).

• Secondary: X12
• Tactical: Flash
• Lethal: Semtex
• Field Upgrade: Dead Silence
• Field Upgrade 2: Battle Rage

Secondary: X12

Like most semi auto pistols in Modern Warfare 2, the X12 can take down enemies in enemies within two to three shots at closer ranges. Moreover, the pistol has manageable recoil which makes it usable at increases distances as well. This makes it a very trusty sidearm to go along with your SMG.

Tactical: Flash

When used correctly, the Flash makes it easier to push into rooms and crowded corridors. Players can even throw the grenade while firing, making it easier to gain the upper hand without letting up the pressure.

Lethal: Semtex

As such, having a Semtex gives you explosive firepower and can help take out targets from a distance.

Field Upgrade: Dead Silence

This can help players sneak up on enemies and pull off some great flanks. The quick recharge times also means that the upgrade will be available when needed.

Field Upgrade 2: Battle Rage

For this slot, our selection is the Battle Rage perk, which injects your player with a stimulant that regenerates health quickly, resists tactical equipment, and constantly refreshes Tactical Sprint.

The perk perfectly complements the PDSW 528’s playstyle by enabling rapid traversal and quick successive engagements with resistance to slowdowns like Flashes and Stuns.

How To Unlock PDSW 528 Custom Loadouts

The PDSW 528 is the starting SMG the game. As such, players do not have to grind as they otherwise would when unlocking weapons in Modern Warfare 2. Players can then start customizing their weapon by unlocking the Gunsmith at level 4. At this point, the weapon can be equipped with different attachments to alter its characteristics.

Afterward, players can unlock more attachments and modification slots by leveling up their PDSW 528 and specific other weapons. The last modification slot on the weapon is unlocked at level 16.

Conclusion

That concludes our best loadout and class setup guide on the PDSW 528, a very capable SMG in Modern Warfare 2 (MW2) that can be deadly with the right build. Be sure to give our recommendations a try and let us know if they improve your experience with the iconic SMG!

Moreover, if SMGs are not your thing, you should check out some of the assault rifles in the game. Rifles such as the M4, M16, and Lachmann-556 are very good options here. And for everything else related to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, stick to eXputer!

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