Key Takeaways
- The Lachmann Sub and ISO Hemlock are the current options for close and mid range, despite the ISO Hemlock receiving a nerf with the Season 3 Reloaded update
- The return of one shot sniping has made the MCPR-300 an S-Tier options
- Two new pistols, the FTAC Siege and GS Magna were added with the Season 3 Reloaded update and both are top secondary options
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Update for Season 3
With the arrival of WZ2 Season 3 and Season 3 Reloaded, the meta shifted, but perhaps not as drastically as some expected. The ISO Hemlock still remains the top AR choice, despite receiving another nerf. And what guns have joined them in upper echelon on gun choices. There is still a lot to be seen, such as how the new weapons introduced with this season play a roll in the Warzone 3 competitive meta.
What are Warzone Loadouts?
Warzone 2.0 loadouts refers to a set of customizations that a player can make that will impact their weaponry selection and perk package selection. These customizations will have a large impact on playstyle but also competitiveness as the game meta changes (“meta” refers to strategies used for competitive play that are most effective). Players often seekout (and share) loadouts to keep up with the latest meta.
In Warzone 2.0, a user can customize (follow links to detailed breakdowns of each):
- Primary and secondary weapon selection
- Weapon attachments (up to 5 at any time)
- Tactical equipment
- Lethal equipment
- Perks packages
Warzone 2.0 Loadouts Tier list
Click each weapon to view complete loadout details, including recommended attachments and perks.
Looking to share your favorite build? Check out our Loadout Builder tool, where you can create a custom image with your social handle on it, letting all your followers know what attachments and tuning you’re running in WZ2!
| Tier | Weapon | Weapon Type |
|---|---|---|
| S-Tier | Sakin MG38 [Updated] | LMG |
| S-Tier | ISO Hemlock [Updated] | AR |
| S-Tier | Lachmann Sub [Updated] | SMG |
| S-Tier | Vaznev-9K [Updated] | SMG |
| S-Tier | TAQ-56 [Updated] | AR |
| A-Tier | FTAC Siege [Updated] | Handgun |
| A-Tier | Victus XMR [Updated] | Sniper |
| A-Tier | MCPR-300 [Updated] | Sniper |
| A-Tier | KV Broadside [Updated] | Shotgun |
| A-Tier | VEL 46 [Updated] | SMG |
| A-Tier | GS Magna [Updated] | Handgun |
| A-Tier | Tempus Torrent | Marksman |
| A-Tier | TAQ-V [Updated] | BR |
| A-Tier | RPK [Updated] | LMG |
| A-Tier | Fennec 45 [Updated] | SMG |
| A-Tier | Kastov 762 [Updated] | AR |
| A-Tier | Basilisk [Updated] | Handgun |
| A-Tier | M13B [Updated] | AR |
| A-Tier | Signal 50 [Updated] | Sniper |
| A-Tier | Chimera [Updated] | AR |
| A-Tier | M4 [Updated] | AR |
| A-Tier | RAAL-MG [Updated] | LMG |
| A-Tier | Kastov-74U [Updated] | AR |
| B-Tier | X13 Auto [Updated] | Handgun |
| B-Tier | X12 | Handgun |
| B-Tier | P890 | Handgun |
| B-Tier | SP-X 80 [Updated] | Sniper |
| B-Tier | RAPP H | LMG |
| B-Tier | FSS Hurricane | SMG |
| B-Tier | EBR-14 | Marksman |
| B-Tier | Minibak | SMG |
| B-Tier | PDSW 528 | SMG |
| B-Tier | Lachmann-556 | AR |
| B-Tier | STB 556 [Updated] | AR |
| B-Tier | HCR 56 [Updated] | LMG |
| B-Tier | BAS-P [Updated] | SMG |
| B-Tier | Kastov 545 | AR |
| B-Tier | 556 Icarus | LMG |
| B-Tier | MX9 | SMG |
| B-Tier | LA-B 330 | Sniper |
| B-Tier | Riot Shield | Melee |
| C-Tier | Bryson 800 | Shotgun |
| C-Tier | SP-R 208 | Marksman |
| C-Tier | Lockwood 300 | Shotgun |
| C-Tier | Expedite 12 | Shotgun |
| C-Tier | M16 | AR |
| C-Tier | Bryson 890 | Shotgun |
| C-Tier | SA-B 50 | Marksman |
| C-Tier | .50 GS | Handgun |
| C-Tier | RPG-7 | Launcher |
| D-Tier | TAQ-M | Marksman |
| D-Tier | Lachmann-762 | BR |
| D-Tier | SO-14 | BR |
| D-Tier | FTAC Recon | BR |
| D-Tier | Lockwood MK2 | Marksman |
| D-Tier | LM-S | Marksman |
| D-Tier | JOKR | Launcher |
| D-Tier | Combat Knife | Melee |
| D-Tier | PILA | Launcher |
| D-Tier | Strela-P | Launcher |
| TBD | Crossbow | Marksman |
Considerations when choosing your loadout for Warzone 2.0
Many warzone veterans have commented that Warzone 2.0 players more like a traditional Battle Royale-style (methodical and often slow-paced) game than the original warzone, especially if you were a Resurgence regular. Currently, the only map available, Al Mazrah, is fairly large and will advantage certain playstyles (long range rifles and snipers). In addition to the larger map, players have remarked that TTK (time to kill) is short, which make features like low recoil and short ADS (aim down sites) critical to success in Warzone 2.0. It’s definitely worthwhile to get a few drops in to grab some first hand experience before trying to wrap your head around optimizing your loadouts.
As Warzone 2.0 and Modern Warfare 2 are still fairly new, it may take you a while to grind out all your attachments. This is a great opportunity to try out different playstyles and primary weapons to see what feels right for you.
If you want to take weapon customization to the limit then be sure to checkout our guide on how to grind out gun camos as fast as possible.
Looking to test your loadouts?
Zleague.gg hosts several daily Warzone tournaments for you to compete in. See which Warzone tournaments are listed today!
Looking to share your loadouts?
Zleague.gg has one of the largest communities of Warzone players on our mobile app. Download the app today and share your favorite loadouts in the feed to get feedback from other community members. You can share clips to show your custom loadouts in action and find yourself some new followers. While you’re there, try the Team Up feature to form new squads and check out each member’s performance stats.
