ASSAULT RIFLES
M4
Optic attachment: Cronen Mini Red Dot
Muzzle: Echoline GS-X
Barrel: VX Pineapple
Magazine: 45 Round Mag
Grip: Phantom Grip
With the above set-up, Call of Duty franchise fans will find a familiar weapon with recoil and effectiveness at short-medium range. The combination of the Phantom Grip with the GS-X muzzle ensures a manageable recoil and offers mobility for players who like the more aggressive style.
STB 556
Grip: STIP-40 Grip
Charges: 5.55 High Velocity
Optic attachment: SZ Holotherm
Barrel: 18 Bruen Guerilla
In the first-game mission of Modern Warfare 2, assault rifles are proving to be king, and the STB 556 is one of the best.
It’ll take some time to unlock it, but once you’ve got a hold of it, you’ll have a top-tier weapon with unmatched versatility in different modes and maps. Firm, powerful and with a good range, this is a quality weapon that probably won’t be dethroned any time soon.
SUBMACHINE GUNS
LACHMANN SUB
Muzzle: XTEN Razor Comp
Barrel attachment: Lach-12 Barrel
Barrel: FTAC M-Sub 12
Stock: No Stock
Magazine: 50 Round drum
The Lachmann sub is a popular choice for the start thanks to its fast killing time, especially for gamers whose playstyle is more aggressive, or those looking for an alternative to assault rifles in short-to-medium range clashes. Although you may lose the thrill of short-range shoot-offs with other SMGs, the trade-off is its extreme effectiveness at medium range.
FSS HURRICANE
Muzzle: XTEN Black Kite
Barrel attachment: VX Pineapple
Barrel: FSS Cannonade 16
Optic attachment: Cronen Mini Red Dot
Magazine: Demo Quicksilver Stock
The FSS Hurricane was the most popular SMG in the Modern Warfare 2 beta and continues to prove useful after its release. The extremely low recoil makes it very easy to use, although the drawback is its slow reload time. It’s a good second choice for those whose main weapon is an assault rifle or sniper.
MARKSMAN RIFLE
SP-R 208
Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
Comb: Aim-Assist 406
Bolt: FSS ST87
Stock: ZRL T70 Pad Extension
Laser: Tac Laser
Since its release, there’s been little doubt that the SP-R 208 is the most popular Modern Warfare 2 sniper rifle. With this set-up, you’ll be able to predict shots capable of killing an enemy with a single shot to the head.
SNIPER RIFLE
MCPR-300
Charges: .300 Mag High Velocity
Stock: FSS Merc Stock
Barrel: 22 OMX-456
Grip: Cronen Cheetah Grip
Magazine: 5 Round Mag
In the right hands, the MCPR-300 is an excellent sniper rifle for those looking for a mid-range option. While there are more powerful options, this is the best choice for multiplayer play.
SHOTGUN
BRYSON 800
Stock: Sawed-Off
Barrel: 16 Bryson Shockwave
Barrel attachment: VX Pineapple
Muzzle: SA Schweigen XS
An absolute menace available early in the game, the Bryson 800 is the ultimate pick for nerfing when the game balance is switched up. Part shotgun part sniper, this weapon’s range is ridiculous, making it an essential for small maps.
