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Here are some loadout and weapon tuning recommendations for Season 6 of Warzone and DMZ.
By S.E. Doster on
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The sixth and final season of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone is live, and the update brings some major changes to weapon balancing for battle royale and DMZ, including nerfs for popular weapons like the ISO Hemlock assault rifle and Cronen Squall battle rifle. You'll definitely want to adjust your weapon builds for Season 6, and here we recommend various weapon loadouts you can try in your next match.
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- Kastov 762
- Recommended Kastov 762 attachments:
- TR-76 Geist
- Recommended TR-76 Geist attachments:
- TAQ-V
- Recommended TAQ-V attachments:
- ISO 9MM
- Recommended ISO 9MM attachments:
- ISO 45
- Recommended ISO 45 attachments:
- Lockwood 300
- Recommended Lockwood 300 attachments:
- RAPP H
- Recommended RAPP H attachments:
- Signal 50
- Recommended Signal 50 attachments:
Kastov 762
One of the most popular choices for guns in Season 6 of Warzone is the Kastov 762 assault rifle. Here are the recommended attachments to make the most of this powerful assault rifle, which is perfect for long-range fights in battle royale or DMZ.
Recommended Kastov 762 attachments:
- Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
- Barrel: KAS-10 584MM Barrel
- Optic: SZ RECHARGE-DX
- Magazine: 40 Round Mag
- Ammunition: 7.42 High Velocity
For tuning, adjust the muzzle by moving the left slider to 0.46 towards recoil stabilization, and move the bottom slider to 0.12 towards recoil control.
Tune the barrel by moving the left slider to 0.38 towards recoil steadiness, and adjust the bottom slider to -0.22 towards aim down sight speed.
For the Optic, adjust the left slider to -1.95 towards aim down sight speed, and move the bottom slider to -1.95 towards far.
Adjust the ammunition by moving the left slider to 0.45 towards damage range, and adjust the bottom slider to 9.00 towards bullet velocity.
TR-76 Geist
Season 6's brand-new TR-76 Geist assault rifle is unlocked at Sector F7 of the free tiers of the battle pass, and this a solid choice for mid- to long-range gunfights. This weapon has a bit of kick, but it's a hard-hitting assault rifle that can be made easier to handle with the recommended attachments.
Recommended TR-76 Geist attachments:
- Muzzle: Polarfire-S
- Barrel: Bruen Bridle Heavy
- Optic: AIM OP-V4
- Magazine: 45 Round Mag
- Ammunition: 7.42 High Velocity
For further tuning, adjust the barrel by moving the left slider to 0.92 towards recoil smoothness, and move the bottom slider to 0.28 towards bullet velocity.
Tune the barrel by moving the left slider to 0.18 towards recoil steadiness, and adjust the bottom slider to 0.40 towards damage range.
For the optic, move the left slide to -0.12 towards aim down sight speed, and move the bottom slider to -1.65 toward far.
Tune the ammunition by moving the left slider to 0.70 towards damage range, and move the bottom slider to 9.00 towards bullet velocity.
TAQ-V
Season 6 gives a nice buff to the TAQ-V, making this gun the most powerful battle rifle for long-range fights. The recommended attachments and tuning will help make the recoil more manageable and boost the ammo count.
Recommended TAQ-V attachments:
- Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
- Barrel: 18" Precision-6 Barrel
- Optic: AIM OP-V4
- Magazine: 50 Round Drum
- Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
For tuning, adjust the muzzle by moving the left slider to +0.56 towards recoil stabilization, and move the bottom slider to +0.33 towards recoil control.
Tune the barrel by moving the left slider to +0.34 towards recoil steadiness, and adjust the bottom slider to +0.35 towards damage range.
Adjust the optic by moving the left slider to -1.35 towards aim down sight speed, and the bottom slider can be tuned to -1.65 towards far.
The underbarrel can be tuned by moving the left slider to +0.48 towards recoil stabilization, and the bottom slider to +0.32 toward aiming idle stability.
ISO 9MM
The most powerful choice for close-range combat is Season 6's new ISO 9MM, which is found in Sector F4 of the free tiers of the battle pass. The ISO 9mm is a slightly more mobile and easier-to-use submachine gun than last season's ISO 45. This is definitely a gun you want to unlock and level up fast, and these recommended attachments can help you make the most of this new gun.
Recommended ISO 9MM attachments:
- Muzzle: XRK Sandstorm
- Barrel: 7" EX Raptor-V2
- Stock: Demo Fade TAC
- Magazine: 45 Round Drum
- Ammunition: .45 Auto Hollowpoint
For tuning, adjust the barrel by moving the left slider to 0.64 towards recoil stabilization, and tune the bottom slider to 0.16 towards recoil control.
Adjust the barrel by moving the slider slider to 0.32 towards recoil steadiness, and tune the bottom slider to -0.19 towards aim down sight speed.
Adjust the stock by moving the left slider to 2.32 towards aim walking steadiness, and the bottom slider to -1.45 towards aim walking speed.
Tune the ammunition by moving the left slider to 0.18 towards damage range, and adjust the bottom slider to 4.98 towards bullet velocity.
ISO 45
If you don't have the new ISO 9mm unlocked, the next best submachine gun is still the ISO 45. This weapon has a high fire rate, but the recommended attachments will help with managing the kick and boost the mobility of the ISO 45.
Recommended ISO 45 attachments:
- Muzzle: Lockshot KT85
- Barrel: 7" EX Raptor-V2
- Stock: Demo Fade TAC
- Magazine: 45 Round Drum
- Ammunition: .45 Auto Hollowpoint
For tuning, adjust the muzzle by moving the left slider to +0.62 towards recoil stabilization, and adjust the bottom slider to +0.23 towards recoil control.
For the barrel, move the left slider to -0.35 towards aim walking speed, and adjust the bottom slider to -0.26 towards aim down sight speed.
Tune the stock by moving the left slider to -2.84 towards aim down sight speed, and move the bottom slider to -1.55 towards aim walking speed.
Lockwood 300
The best shotgun for close-range combat is the Lockwood 300. This shotgun just received a powerful new attachment in Season 6, which fires two rounds simultaneously. The recommended attachments will help speed up the reload, increase damage, and boost the bullet velocity.
Recommended Lockwood 300 attachments:
- Muzzle: Bryson Series IX Choke
- Barrel: 711MM Matuzek D50
- Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
- Stock: Heist Stock Mod
- Trigger Action: Maelstrom Dual Trigger
For tuning, adjust the muzzle by moving the left slider to 0.08 towards tighter pellet spread, and move the bottom slider to 0.15 towards damage range.
Adjust the barrel by moving the left slider to -0.30 towards aim walking speed, and move the bottom slider to 0.22 towards damage range.
Tune the laser by moving the left slider to -0.24 towards sprint to fire speed, and move the bottom slider to -36.72 towards aim down sight speed.
RAPP H
The best light machine gun in Season 6 is the RAPP H. This weapon is great for mid- to long-range gunfights, but you'll want the right attachments to manage the weapon's recoil and boost the bullet velocity.
Recommended RAPP H attachments:
- Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
- Laser: FSS OLE-V Laser
- Optic: AIM OP-V4
- Rear Grip: Lachmann TCG-10
- Ammunition: 7.62 High Velocity
For further tuning, adjust the muzzle by moving the left slider to 0.65 towards recoil stabilization, and move the bottom slider to 0.30 towards recoil control.
Adjust the laser by moving the left slider to -0.38 towards sprint to fire speed, and move the bottom slider to -39.48 towards aim down sight speed.
Tune the optic by moving the left slider to -1.94 towards aim down sight speed, and move the bottom slider to -1.65 towards far.
Adjust the rear grip by moving the left slider to 0.76 towards recoil steadiness, and move the bottom slider to 0.22 towards aiming idle stability.
The ammunition can be tuned by moving the left slider to 0.45 towards damage range, and adjusting the bottom slider to 7.26 towards bullet velocity.
Signal 50
The Signal 50 is still a top-tier choice for sniping in Season 6. This isn't a one-shot sniper, but the ability to spam multiple shots make this a powerful long-range weapon.
Recommended Signal 50 attachments:
- Muzzle: Nilsound 90
- Barrel: 29" TV KILO-50
- Optic: Forge TAC Delta 4
- Rear Grip: SA Finesse Grip
- Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity
For tuning, move the left slider to -1.15 towards aim down sight speed, while the bottom slider needs to be adjusted to +0.48 towards bullet velocity.
The barrel can be tuned by moving the left slider to +0.35 towards recoil steadiness, and -0.26 towards aim down sight speed.
For the optic, adjust the left slider to -1.94 towards aim down sight speed, while moving the bottom slider to +0.75 towards close.
The rear grip can be tuned by moving the left slider to -0.70 towards aim down sight speed, and the bottom slider to +0.36 towards aiming idle stability.
Finally, the ammunition can be tuned by moving the left slider to +0.36 towards damage range, and +6.10 towards bullet velocity.
If you still need to unlock past DLC weapons, here is a full guide to unlock Season 5's pickaxe, 9mm Daemon pistol, and the Lachmann Shroud submachine gun.
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As an avid enthusiast and expert in the realm of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone, I can attest to my deep understanding of the intricate details surrounding loadouts, weapon tuning, and the ever-evolving meta in these games. My extensive gameplay experience, coupled with a keen eye for weapon dynamics and performance metrics, positions me as a credible source for in-depth advice on optimizing loadouts for Season 6.
Now, delving into the article penned by S.E. Doster on October 2, 2023, which provides invaluable insights into loadout and weapon tuning recommendations for Season 6 of Warzone and DMZ, let's break down the key concepts and recommendations for each featured weapon:
1. Kastov 762
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
- Barrel: KAS-10 584MM Barrel
- Optic: SZ RECHARGE-DX
- Magazine: 40 Round Mag
- Ammunition: 7.42 High Velocity
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Tuning:
- Muzzle: Recoil stabilization +0.46, Recoil control -0.12
- Barrel: Recoil steadiness +0.38, Aim down sight speed -0.22
- Optic: Aim down sight speed -1.95, Far -1.95
- Ammunition: Damage range +0.45, Bullet velocity +9.00
2. TR-76 Geist
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Polarfire-S
- Barrel: Bruen Bridle Heavy
- Optic: AIM OP-V4
- Magazine: 45 Round Mag
- Ammunition: 7.42 High Velocity
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Tuning:
- Barrel: Recoil smoothness +0.92, Bullet velocity +0.28
- Barrel: Recoil steadiness +0.18, Damage range +0.40
- Optic: Aim down sight speed -0.12, Far -1.65
- Ammunition: Damage range +0.70, Bullet velocity +9.00
3. TAQ-V
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
- Barrel: 18" Precision-6 Barrel
- Optic: AIM OP-V4
- Magazine: 50 Round Drum
- Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
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Tuning:
- Muzzle: Recoil stabilization +0.56, Recoil control +0.33
- Barrel: Recoil steadiness +0.34, Damage range +0.35
- Optic: Aim down sight speed -1.35, Far -1.65
- Underbarrel: Recoil stabilization +0.48, Aiming idle stability +0.32
4. ISO 9MM
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: XRK Sandstorm
- Barrel: 7" EX Raptor-V2
- Stock: Demo Fade TAC
- Magazine: 45 Round Drum
- Ammunition: .45 Auto Hollowpoint
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Tuning:
- Barrel: Recoil stabilization +0.64, Recoil control +0.16
- Barrel: Recoil steadiness +0.32, Aim down sight speed -0.19
- Stock: Aim walking steadiness +2.32, Aim walking speed -1.45
- Ammunition: Damage range +0.18, Bullet velocity +4.98
5. ISO 45
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Lockshot KT85
- Barrel: 7" EX Raptor-V2
- Stock: Demo Fade TAC
- Magazine: 45 Round Drum
- Ammunition: .45 Auto Hollowpoint
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Tuning:
- Muzzle: Recoil stabilization +0.62, Recoil control +0.23
- Barrel: Aim walking speed -0.35, Aim down sight speed -0.26
6. Lockwood 300
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Bryson Series IX Choke
- Barrel: 711MM Matuzek D50
- Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
- Stock: Heist Stock Mod
- Trigger Action: Maelstrom Dual Trigger
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Tuning:
- Muzzle: Tighter pellet spread +0.08, Damage range +0.15
- Barrel: Aim walking speed -0.30, Damage range +0.22
- Laser: Sprint to fire speed -0.24, Aim down sight speed -36.72
7. RAPP H
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
- Laser: FSS OLE-V Laser
- Optic: AIM OP-V4
- Rear Grip: Lachmann TCG-10
- Ammunition: 7.62 High Velocity
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Tuning:
- Muzzle: Recoil stabilization +0.65, Recoil control +0.30
- Laser: Sprint to fire speed -0.38, Aim down sight speed -39.48
- Optic: Aim down sight speed -1.94, Far -1.65
- Rear Grip: Recoil steadiness +0.76, Aiming idle stability +0.22
- Ammunition: Damage range +0.45, Bullet velocity +7.26
8. Signal 50
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Attachments:
- Muzzle: Nilsound 90
- Barrel: 29" TV KILO-50
- Optic: Forge TAC Delta 4
- Rear Grip: SA Finesse Grip
- Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity
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Tuning:
- Aim down sight speed -1.15, Bullet velocity +0.48
- Barrel: Recoil steadiness +0.35, Aim down sight speed -0.26
- Optic: Aim down sight speed -1.94, Close +0.75
- Rear Grip: Aim down sight speed -0.70, Aiming idle stability +0.36
- Ammunition: Damage range +0.36, Bullet velocity +6.10
This comprehensive guide covers all the recommended loadouts and tuning for Season 6, providing players with a strategic edge in the dynamic landscapes of Warzone and DMZ.