COD Modern Warfare 2 weapons tier list for choosing the best guns
Choose the best weapon
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer is all about your gunplay with extra usage of equipment, streaks, and more. However, the gun that you use is the most important factor in winning games in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The game includes a wide range of guns for the players to choose from. However, not every gun is useful in multiplayer because some of the guns fall weak in front of other guns putting the players at a disadvantage during fights. In this article, we will provide you with a tier list of all the weapons in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 for choosing the best gun.
Good attachments are also necessary for making the best use of these games. Make sure to check our weapon progression and attachment guide for getting a brief idea.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 weapon tier list
| Tier | Assault Rifle | Battle Rifle | SMG | Sniper | LMG | Shotgun | Marksman |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S (Overpowered) | M4 | Lachmann Sub, FSS Hurricane | |||||
| A (Good) | Kastov 762, TAQ-56 | FTAC Recon | PDSW 528 | Signal 50 | RAPP H | Expedite 12 | Lockwood MK2 |
| B (Strong) | Lachmann-556, STB-556, Kastov-74u | TAQ-V | Vaznev-9K, VEL 46, Fennec 45 | MCPR-300, SP-X80 | RAAL MG, HCR 56, RPK | Bryson 800 | EBR-14, SA-B 50, LM-S |
| C (Average) | M16, M13B | SO-14 | MX9 | LA-B 300 | 556 Icarus | Lockwood 300 | TAQ-M |
| D (Weak) | Kastov 545 | Lachmann-762 | Minibak | Sakin MG38 | SP-R 800 |
Best weapons in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Best Assault Rifle in COD MW2 – M4
The classic M4 assault rifle has always been one of the best picks for the players of Call of Duty. In Modern Warfare 2 too, M4 is the best assault rifle right now. The weapon has moderate damage but a slow ADS speed. M4 excels in long ranged fights with the correct gunsmith but is tough to play against SMGs in close range.
Best Battle Rifle in COD MW2 – FTAC Recon
FTAC Recon is a semi-automatic battle rifle. The weapon has moderate firing speed but the damage and range of this gun are what make it the best in this class. You can take down enemies easily in medium-ranged fights using FTAC Recon.
Best SMG in COD MW2 – Lachmann Sub
Lachmann Sub is undoubtedly the best SMG in the game, and also the best gun in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 right now. The classic MP5 gun from Modern Warfare has been renamed as Lachmann Sub in this game. The gun has a very low time to kill with a high firing rate and accuracy. The movement and ADS speed of Lachmann Sub is also very impressive.
Best Sniper in COD MW2 – Signal 50
Signal 50 is the most powerful Sniper rifle in Modern Warfare 2. The weapon has a relatively low ADS speed compared to other snipers in the game. But the accuracy and the range make it the best sniper in the game right now.
Best Marksman in COD MW2 – Lockwood MK2
Lockwood MK2 is one of the strongest guns in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and also the best marksman rifle in the game. The weapon has a high fire rate along with high ADS speed and high accuracy. All of these make it easier for players to kill their opponents easily in close-ranged fights.
Best Shotgun in COD MW2 – Expedite 12
Shotguns are really overpowered in close-ranged fights in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Expedite 12 is the best shotgun among all others, thanks to its consistent damage and range. Shotguns also have a comparatively high movement speed. Players can use shotguns to run around maps and kill enemies easily.
Best LMG in COD MW2 – RAPP H
LMGs are not easy to use for everyone. LMGs require good accuracy and also a certain type of game style. RAPP H is the best LMG in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The weapon features comparatively higher ADS speed and accuracy than other LMGs in the game.
Make sure to check out our game modes & map guide, Field Upgrades guide, or even the Perks guide for a headstart in the COD Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer matches.
What are your thoughts on our tier list of all the weapons of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2? Let us know in the comments!
Follow Daily Meta Dose on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or join on Telegram channel for all the latest updates on Video Games, Movies, TV Series, Anime, and more!
