Warzone 2 Best Guns: ARs, SMGs, Shotguns & Snipers

Weapons are the crux of Warzone 2.0 gameplay, and knowing the best guns in the current meta will keep you on the winning team. Scoring kill streaks is possible if you have the perfect combination of shooting skills and the best weapon in hand. There are at least 20 top-tier guns that are easy to master in the current meta of COD Warzone 2.0 with the best perks, attachments, and loadout, of course.

Best Warzone 2 Guns

Let’s have a look at the comparison between the Best Guns in Warzone 2.0:

Weapons	Reload Time	ADS Time (ms)	Fire Rate (RPM)	Time To Kill (ms)	Base Move Speed (m/s)
Kastov 762	1.32	270.0	610.0	250.0	4.62
Kastov-74u	1.83	240.0	675.0	276.0	4.81
M4	1.87	240.0	811.0	296.0	4.74
Lachmann-556	2.0	240.0	723.0	332.0	4.62
Lachmann Sub	1.87	240.0	800.0	300.0	4.9
FSS Hurricane	2.33	240.0	698.0	258.0	4.72
BAS-P	1.5	240.0	855.0	281.0	4.82
Fennec 45	2.13	200.0	1091.0	220.0	4.83
RAAL MG	6.7	510.0	556.0	152.0	Nil
556 Icarus	5.67	370.0	779.0	231.0	4.38
Sakin MG38	6.3	460.0	652.0	184.0	4.27
Lockwood 300	2.06	375.0	171.0	Nil	4.65
Expedite 12	6.03	320.0	127.0	472.0	4.71
Signal 50	3.27	690.0	107.0	Nil	4.45
Victus XMR	2.27	625.0	36.0	Nil	4.34
MCPR-300	2.6	600.0	40.0	Nil	4.41
SP-R 208	2.07	350.0	59.0	Nil	4.51
FTAC Recon	1.33	263.0	500.0	240.0	4.6
Lachmann-762	2.04	246.0	606.0	200.0	4.52

Best Assault Rifles

Assault Rifles are the go-to weapons for most players in Warzone 2.0. They are snappy, have manageable recoil compared to SMGs, and are deadly accurate. There are a few downsides, but those are easily compensated by slotting them into the right attachments.

Kastov 762

Weapon Name	Muzzle	Barrel	Laser	Magazine	Optic
Kastov 762	ZLR Talon 5	KAS-10 584MM	Schlager PEQ Box IV	40-round mag	Cronen Mini Pro

Veteran users of the AK-47 in past COD games have discovered a new favorite assault rifle in Warzone 2: the Kastov 762. This weapon is modeled after the AK-103. Nevertheless, putting together the optimal loadout for a Kastov 762 is not an easy process. You need to go no farther than the Kastov 762 if you are searching for an assault rifle that is effective at medium to long-range confrontations and can butcher your opponents.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: ZLR Talon 5
• Barrel: KAS-10 584MM
• Laser: Schlager PEQ Box IV
• Magazine: 40-round mag
• Optic: Cronen Mini Pro
• Secondary Weapon: SP-R 208
• Perks: Weapon Specialist
• Perk 1: Overkill
• Perk 2: Strong Arm
• Bonus Perk: Spotter
• Lethal: Semtex 
• Field Upgrade: Battle Rage

Kastov-74u

We will not be making any significant adjustments to the kastov-74U since it already has fantastic basic stats. However, we will be concentrating on making the kastov-74U a little more powerful. A mobile assault rifle that functions very similarly to a submachine gun is known as the kastov-74U. Because of its huge damage range and its high mobility, the AR may genuinely be considered a jack of all trades.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: Echoline GS-X 
• Barrel: Shorttac 330mm
• Optic: Cronen Mini Pro 
• Undebarrel: Phase-3 Grip
• Magazine: 45-Round Mag
• Perk Package: Warden 
• Secondary: P890 
• Tactical: Stun Grenade 
• Lethal: Frag Grenade
• Field Upgrade: Battle Rage

M4

The M4 is widely considered to be one of the most effective assault weapons in Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0. Assault rifles are essential for players to equip at all times, regardless of the range at which they are used. The M4 is most suited to meet all of your requirements.

This gun has less recoil than other guns, a rapid rate of fire, and a respectable range, making it the ideal gun for practically any combat engagement. On the other hand, in order to make it more effective, you will need to have the most effective loadout and attachments for the M4.

Weapon Loadout

• Barrel: Hightower 20” Barrel
• Muzzle: Harbinger D20
• Ammunition: 5.56 High Velocity
• Underbarrel: FTac Ripper 56
• Stock: Corio Precio Factory
• Perk Package: Specter
• Perk 1: Double Time
• Perk 2: Tracker
• Bonus Perk: Spotter
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost
• Lethal Equipment: C4
• Tactical Equipment: Stun Grenade

Lachmann-556

Due to its enormous firepower and general status as one of the most well-balanced weapons in Warzone 2.0, the Lachmann-556 gained the notoriety of being the legendary meta-gun from Modern Warfare 2.

Weapon Loadout

• Rear Grip: Lachmann TCG-10
• Optic: Corio RE-X Pro
• Stock: FT Mobile stock
• Underbarrel: VX Pineapple
• Perk Package: Weapon Specialist
• Secondary: Lachmann Sub
• Tactical: Smoke Grenade / Tear Gas
• Lethal: Claymore / Thermite

Best SMGs

SMGs are the preferred weapon type for players who like to run and gun in Warzone 2.0. These weapons have a crazy fast rate of fire, are effective when used in CQC from hipfire mode, and generally have higher ADS than most weapons in the game. Even with a few downsides, some of the best SMG guns in Warzone 2.0 are still in the meta and will likely continue in the coming seasons as well.

Lachmann Sub

The Lachmann Sub is a classic MP5 from earlier Call of Duty games that has remained the Meta gun throughout the series. That will play out in the same way in Warzone 2.0, as this SMG will continue to be a beast in one-on-one conflict.

Weapon Loadout

• Barrel: L38 Falcon 226MM
• Muzzle: LOCKSHOT KT 85
• Underbarrel: FSS SHARKFIN 90
• Magazine: 40 ROUND MAG
• Rear Grip: LACHMANN TCG-10
• Perk Package: Warden 
• Secondary: P890 
• Tactical: Stun Grenade 
• Lethal: Frag Grenade

FSS Hurricane

The FSS Hurricane is a formidable submachine gun that has great damage and control figures. These are further boosted by a recoil pattern that is very smooth and easy to handle.

Weapon Loadout

• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Barrel: FSS Cannonade 16”
• Muzzle: AVR-790 Comp
• Stock: Assault-60 Stock Factory
• Optic: Cronen Mini Pro
• Secondary Weapon: MCPR-300
• Tactical: Heartbeat Sensor
• Lethal: Drill Charge
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Bomb Squad
• Bonus Perk: Fast Hands
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost

BAS-P

Due to the fact that its loadouts give high damage across a short to medium range, the BAS-P is one of the greatest submachine guns in Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 and may easily be mistaken for high-powered weapons. BAS-P is particularly adept at managing engagement from close and medium ranges. As a result, we will be using several attachments in an effort to achieve a higher degree of precision for this SMG.

Weapon Loadout

• Underbarrel: FSS Sharkfin 90 
• Barrel: 10.5” Bruen Typhon 
• Magazine: 50-Round Drum
• Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
• Rear Grip: D37 Grip
• Secondary Weapon: Victus XMR
• Tactical: Snapshot Grenade
• Lethal: Claymore
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Tracker
• Bonus Perk: Hardline
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost

Fennec 45

Players of Call of Duty Warzone 2.0 often choose the Fennec 45 when they are searching for a reliable submachine gun. Players equip their guns with a variety of accessories in order to improve their accuracy while firing and targeting. The Fennec 45 is an SMG, and because of its quick-fire speed and low recoil, it gives players a significant advantage in practically every close-range conflict they engage in.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: XTEN RR-40
• Barrel: ZLR 16.5” Ignition Barrel
• Laser: 1MW Quick Fire Laser
• Optics: Slimline Pro
• Magazine: Fennec Mag 45
• Secondary Weapon: STB 556
• Tactical: Medical Syringe
• Lethal: Semtex
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Battle Hardened
• Bonus Perk: Hardline
• Ultimate Perk: Quick Fix

Best LMGs

LMGs are good for mainly two reasons: providing suppression fire to teammates and shredding enemies to bits if all of your bullets hit them. That being said, LMGs are not for every task at hand, and not all players prefer using this weapon type. However, if you like running with LMGs in the game, then we have listed the best guns in Warzone 2.0 that will get you going.  

RAAL MG

It is common for players to hope that they will have LMG on their squad when they compete, but it is not enough to merely have the machine gun equipped for them to be victorious. In spite of the fact that the Raal MG is considered to be a light machine gun, possessing the appropriate loadout will be all that is required for the overwhelming bulk of online game modes.

You will need to hit level 25 before you can access the Raal MG. As soon as you reach this level, the LMG will be unlocked for your use, and you’ll be able to begin adding attachments to your loadout.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: Cronen DM338
• Underbarrel: SA Side Grip
• Ammunition: .338 Mag High Velocity
• Magazine: 50 Round Belt Mag
• Optic: SZ Holotherm
• Perk Package: Specter
• Perk 1: Double Time
• Perk 2: Tracker
• Bonus Perk: Spotter
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost
• Lethal Equipment: C4
• Tactical Equipment: Stun Grenade

556 Icarus

The 556 Icarus is powerful and is a fantastic option for eliminating adversaries when engaged in combat. In spite of the fact that it is not the greatest-ranking gun, it is adaptable enough to meet a variety of needs and robust enough to win battles. It’s hard to tell the difference between this and HCR 56.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: Echoless-80
• Laser: FSS Ole-V Laser
• Underbarrel: Phase-3 Grip
• Rear grip: XTEN Grip
• Stock: Demo Fade Pro Stock
• Tactical: Stun Grenade
• Lethal: Proximity Mine
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Double Time
• Bonus Perk: Fast Hands
• Ultimate Perk: Overclock

Sakin MG38

If you plan on using the Sakin MG38 in Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, you should familiarise yourself with the optimal loadouts. For example, the FTAC Condor stock is a must to dampen the weapon’s recoil in order to make the Sakin MG38 more solid while firing at close range. At close range, the LMG’s recoil may cause you to miss a significant number of bullets, despite the weapon’s enormous capacity.

Weapon Loadout

• Stock: FTAC CONDOR STOCK
• Muzzle: KASTOVIA DX90
• Underbarrel: CRONEN WL55
• Optic: S2-SIGMA-IV OPTIC
• Rear Grip: BRUEN G305 GRIP
• Tactical: Stun Grenade
• Lethal: Proximity Mine
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Double Time
• Bonus Perk: Fast Hands
• Ultimate Perk: Overclock

Best Shotguns

Shotguns are always excellent and do splash damage and bust brains out of enemies at point-blank range. In tight corridors, inside houses, and places, where you can narrow down your opponent easily, are the sweet spots where shotguns shine big time. We have listed the 2 best shotguns in the Warzone 2.0 guide.

Lockwood 300

In Warzone 2, using a shotgun is a very difficult task. It is essential that you create the loadout with extreme caution and focus, and you need to be aware of precisely when and how to utilize it. The majority of the power, mobility, and precision of the Lockwood 300 is actually built into the weapon itself, which is a fortunate development. Having said that, there are a few aspects that may need some minor adjustments.

Unfortunately, despite these minor enhancements, the weapon’s handling and recoil control have both seen a little decline as a result of these changes.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: XTEN V2.0 Choke
• Barrel: Matuzek 812 Barrel
• Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
• Guard: Buck Pro
• Mod:  Heist Stock Mod
• Secondary Weapon: STB 556
• Tactical: Medical Syringe
• Lethal: Semtex
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Battle Hardened
• Bonus Perk: Hardline
• Ultimate Perk: Quick Fix

Expedite 12

In Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, one of the shotguns that can be unlocked rather quickly is the Expedite 12. The fact that a single strike from the weapon may penetrate through and kill an enemy lends credence to the claim that it has godlike capabilities at CQC.

Expedite 12 has rather respectable fundamental stats, including strong handling skills and a mag with a big capacity for its ammunition. You won’t have any trouble learning how to use shotguns with this weapon, making Expedite 12 an excellent choice for anybody looking to improve their shotgun skills.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: Bryson Choke
• Stock: Resonance Stock Collapsed
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Bolt: Expedite L-Bolt
• Laser: Schlager ULO-66 Laser
• Secondary Weapon: STB 556
• Tactical: Medical Syringe
• Lethal: Semtex
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Battle Hardened
• Bonus Perk: Hardline
• Ultimate Perk: Quick Fix

Best Snipers

Quick scoping and landing satisfying headshots are the go-to playstyle of sniper rifles. Not all players pick this weapon type as it requires them to become a good aim first. However, if you’re a master at FPS games, then you will surely love playing with sniper rifles. If not, then you will not be making enough kills with this weapon type, even if you equip the best guns in Warzone 2.0.  

Signal 50

It is quite possible that the Signal 50 will be the new benchmark in terms of how snipers are used. Because it has the quickest rate of fire, it should be capable of eliminating enemies before they take cover. This will give it the upper hand in the fight.

The damage is moderate, and the kickback is not too difficult to deal with. It is a tremendously skilled sniper that has the ability to kill its enemies with two shots effortlessly. If you have your eyes set on playing as a sniper class, the Signal 50 is the best option you have at your disposal.

Weapon Loadout

• Barrel: 29″ TV Kilo-50
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56 
• Magazine: 7 Round Magazine 
• Stock: FSS Echo Stock
• Rear Grip: SA Finesse Grip
• Secondary Weapon: MCPR-300
• Tactical: Heartbeat Sensor
• Lethal: Drill Charge
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Bomb Squad
• Bonus Perk: Fast Hands
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost

Victus XMR

The Victus XMR is an excellent indicator of a firearm that satisfies the criteria for long-range warfare and is what snipers are supposed to perform.  Because of the tremendous projectile speed, all you need to do to hit your mark is point your weapon and shoot it, irrespective of how far away you are. You have lost some of your nimbleness, but you are still able to perform rather effectively in confined spaces due to your dexterity.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: Bruen Counter-Ops 
• Barrel: Mack 8 33.5 Super
• Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
• Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity
• Rear Grip: Bruen Q900 Grip
• Perk Package: Specter
• Perk 1: Double Time
• Perk 2: Tracker
• Bonus Perk: Spotter
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost
• Lethal Equipment: C4
• Tactical Equipment: Stun Grenade

MCPR-300

The MCPR 300 has the longest damage range and the quickest projectile speed of any other sniper rifle. It’s going to be of great assistance in killing off enemies that are towards the end of their health.

A key alteration that had a severe influence on all bolt-action sniper rifles was the removal of the capability to eliminate an enemy with a single shot. This ability had previously been possible. It is going to be challenging to utilize a sniper against an adversary that has an assault rifle with a fast time to kill (TTK).

Weapon Loadout

• • Muzzle: FTAC Reaper
  • Barrel: 22″ OMX-456 
  • Laser: FSS OLE-V Laser 
  • Rear Grip: Cronen Cheetah Grip 
  • Ammunition: .300 MAG High Velocity
  • Perk 1: Overkill

• Perk 2: Strong Arm

• Bonus Perk: Spotter
• Ultimate Perk: Ghost
• Lethal Equipment: C4
• Tactical Equipment: Stun Grenade

Best Marksman Rifles

Marksman Rifles are a hybrid between Sniper Rifles and ARs. They have a much faster rate of fire than sniper rifles and higher damage than ARs. 

SP-R 208

In Warzone 2.0, the SPR-208 is widely considered to be one of the most accurate Marksman Rifles. The Polarfire-S muzzle adapter improves the damage range and bullet velocity of the SPR-208, resulting in a shorter amount of time needed to kill an opponent. It also increases the weapon’s recoil stability, which in turn greatly enhances the weapon’s precision and efficacy at long range.

Weapon Loadout

• Stock: ZRL T70 
• Barrel: 22.5″ Elevate-11 
• Optic: Ole-V Laser
• Bolt: FSS ST87 Bolt 
• Magazine: 7.62 High Velocity
• Perk Package: Weapon Specialist
• Secondary: M4
• Tactical: Smoke Grenade / Tear Gas
• Lethal: Claymore / Thermite

Lockwood Mk2

In Warzone 2.0, the Lockwood MK2 is a Marksman Rifle that has a medium range. This firearm may be employed as a sort of rifle that kills with a single shot and is excellent at both close and medium ranges. It also has a high rate of fire. You will be able to utilize the Rifle effectively at long ranges if you equip it with the greatest attachments and perks that are available for the Lockwood MK2 Best Loadout.

Weapon Loadout

• Barrel: 25″ Buffalo Barrel
• Muzzle: FTAC Dreadnought
• Optic: SZ Bullseye optic
• Laser: Accu-Shot 5MW Laser
• Stock: Lockwood Bullseye stock
• Perk package: Scout
• Tactical Equipment: Stun Grenade
• Lethal Equipment: Semtex

FTAC Recon

One of the finest firearms in Warzone 2 that you acquire initially is the FTAC Recon. It is a firearm designed specifically for players that have a high level of precision. In spite of the fact that SMGs are presently rather common in the game if you know how to make effective use of the FTAC Recon, you will have an advantage over the competition.

Weapon Loadout

• Barrel: 419mm EXF Barrel
• Optic: Cronen Mini Pro
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Ammunition: .458 Overpressure +P
• Magazine: 15-Round Mag
• Lethals & Tactics: Drill Charge and Heartbeat Sensor
• Perk Package: Specialist

Lachmann-762

The enormous firepower of Lachmann-762, along with its one-shot head kill, was the primary draw for gamers to acquire and utilize it. Many different attachments are available for the Lachmann-762 class configuration, and you may pick and choose which ones you want to use to improve certain aspects of the gun. 

It’s possible that the handling of the weapon, as well as its recoil and mobility, are among the attributes. You could believe that picking a certain attachment and going with it would be a simple solution, but doing so would not be the best course of action to take.

Weapon Loadout

• Muzzle: Polarfire Suppressor
• Barrel: 15.9” Lachmann Rapp Barrel
• Stock: FT Mobile Stock
• Underbarrel: VX Pineapple Vert Grip
• Optic: Cronen Mini Red Dot
• Tactical: Stun Grenade
• Lethal: Proximity Mine
• 1st Perk: Overkill
• 2nd Perk: Double Time
• Bonus Perk: Fast Hands
• Ultimate Perk: Overclock

This wraps up our COD Warzone 2.0 best weapons guide. All the 20 best guns that we have listed in our guide reflect our experience in the game and knowledge related to guns’ performance. More weapons could have made it into our list, but for now, we see these 20 firearms as peak performers in the current meta of COD Warzone 2.0. 

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