Best guns in Warzone Season 6  – Weapon tier list

Liam Mackay
Static-HV Warzone

Using the best guns in Warzone will allow you to dominate matches and rack up victories consistently, whether you’re playing Urzikstan, Rebirth Island, or Vondel.

To help you select the ideal loadout, we’ve ranked all the weapons in a tier list from best to worst and explained the top 10 picks.

Every Warzone weapon ranked

TiersWarzone guns
SDTIR 30-06, Kar98k, Striker, STG44, Static-HV, BAL-27, MCW, Pulemyot 762, HRM-9
ACOR-45, RAAL MG, RPK, TAQ Eradicator, SOA Subverter, WSP Swarm, Striker 9, Renetti, Lockwood 680, KATT-AMR, MORS, Holger 556, XRK Stalker, TAQ Evolvere, FJX Horus, MTZ-556, SVA 545, Superi 46, BAS-B, Rival-9, Lachmann Shroud, BP50
BFR 5.56, Kastov LSW, KVD Enforcer, WSP Stinger, KV Inhibitor, SP-X 80, 556 Icarus, Kastov 545, Kastov-74u, Victus XMR, MCW 6.8, X13 Auto, Reclaimer 18, MTZ Interceptor, Lachmann-556, TAQ-V, RAM-7, M13B, Vaznev-9k, ISO Hemlock, Kastov 762, WSP-9, Lachmann Sub, RAM-9, MTZ-762, VEL 46, AMR9, MCPR-300, Sakin MG38, TAQ 56, Bruen Mk9, Holger 26, Spear
CSidewinder, Haymaker, Riveter, Longbow, TYR, ISO 9mm, TR-76 Geist, MX Guardian, Lockwood 300, FR Avancer, FSS Hurricane, HCR 56, Carrack .300, FTAC Siege, Minibak, Bryson 800, RPG-7, Riot Shield, MX9, TAQ-M, EBR-14, Soulrender, DM56, DG-56, DG-58 LSW, Lachmann-762, FJX Imperium, M4, Chimera, ISO 45, Fennec 45, SO-14, Cronen Squall, BAS-P, RAPP H, Tempus Razorback, STB 556, KV Broadside, PDSW 528, P890, Signal 50, Torque 35
DKarambit, Gutter Knife, Tempus Torrent, Stormender, RGL-80, M13C, Lockwood MK2, LM-S, SP-R 208, FTAC Recon, Strela-P, Basilisk, X12 Handgun, JOKR, .50 GS, GS Magna, Crossbow, Pickaxe, Dual Kodachis, Tonfa, PILA, Combat Knife, M16, LA-B 330, Expedite 12, Bryson 890, SA-B 50, Dual Kamas, 9mm Daemon, Sledgehammer

Keep in mind the weapons within each tier are not ranked in order. Additionally, since the meta is continuously evolving, as it did following the balancing changes in Season 6, we’ll be sure to update this list to reflect any changes.

Rankings explained

10. BAL-27

BAL-27 Warzone
The BAL-27 is a versatile weapon.

After receiving a substantial boost to its damage range and recoil control, the BAL-27’s popularity skyrocketed due to its ease of use at mid to long ranges. This Assault Rifle is a well-rounded option, offering competitive damage with almost no recoil, which you can enhance further by equipping the best BAL-27 loadout.

The only thing that prevents it from landing higher on our list is its unique fire rate which gets slower over time. This just adds an extra degree of difficulty that makes it tough to master, but it’s deadly in the right hands.

9. FJX Horus

FJX Horus Warzone
The FJX Horus comes in a small package but is effective when equipped with the right attachments.

After a significant nerf to its damage range at the start of Season 5, the SMG dropped to tenth place in the rankings. However, even in Season 6, the best FJX Horus loadout remains popular due to its user-friendliness and exceptional mobility. This is especially true when equipped with the JAK Scimitar Kit attachment, enhancing its damage and fire rate.

8. Superi 46

superi 46 with warzone logo
The Superi 46 used to be the go-to SMG before the Season 5 update.

Initially dominating the close-range meta, the Superi 46 has since fallen in the rankings due to several major damage and range nerfs, allowing other weapons to emerge. Despite some major hits to its mobility, the SMG holds its place on the list but is now outperformed by other close-range picks.

But that’s not to say it’s not still a top-tier option in Warzone, as it still has one of the best mod-range TTKs in its class, especially if you run the meta loadout.

7. Pulemyot 762 – Best LMG

mw3 pulemyot with warzone logo

The Pulemyot 762 was the beneficiary of a wide variety of buffs back in Season 5, and it’s still an absolute monster in Season 6. The LMG had its mobility, fire rate, and damage boosted, leading to a surge in the rankings.

After the STG44 nerf, I swapped over to the best Pulemyot 762 loadout and found success with it as one of the best traditional long-range weapons in the game. While it lacks movement speed and can feel a little clunky, very few guns can match it in terms of sheer power.

6. Kar98k – Best Marksman Rifle

kar98k with warzone logo
The Kar98k was the most popular rifle in Warzone’s original iteration.

Veteran players will recognize the Kar98k for its dominance in Warzone, a trend that continues today. As a Marksman Rifle with one-shot capabilities, this fan favorite delivers exceptional movement and damage, making it deadly at long distances.

Even though it’s been nerfed in the past and now requires more precision, when you equip the best Kar98k loadout it’s still capable of eliminating enemies from afar efficiently.

5. Striker

Striker Warzone

The Striker is one of the best Warzone SMGs in Season 6 and it excels on all of the maps in the game. The SMG has always offered excellent damage range outside of the classic SMG sweet spot. This was further amplified by max-damage and mid-damage range buffs in the mid-season update.

The best Striker loadout is a devastating option that works well as a Sniper support or accompanying a long-range weapon like the Pulemyot. It’s one of the most fun weapons in the game to finesse with as it doesn’t sacrifice speed to maximize its other strengths.

4. STG44

MW3 STG44 with Warzone logo
The STG44 boasts outstanding damage and range.

The iconic STG44 has dominated Warzone since it returned, and quickly established itself as one of the best guns. This powerful Assault Rifle excels in long-range engagements, offering exceptional damage, range, and minimal recoil.

Thanks to the Quartermaster Suppressor, players have performed especially well with the best STG44 loadout. It’s suffered multiple nerfs to knock it off its perch, but it’s still no slouch that can melt players over long distances.

3. MCW – Best Assault Rifle

MCW Assault Rifle Warzone

While the MCW is currently the best Assault Rifle in Warzone, the weapon is best utilized as a close-range or Sniper support option. That’s not to say that a long-range MCW loadout isn’t worth using, but the close-quarters setup is earning praise. In Resurgence playlists, I tend to stick with the Raven Kit setup and swap to the long-range class on Urzikstan.

Ultimately, it’s one of the most versatile weapons in the game. It also got its damage range buffed in the mid-season update, which helped it overtake the STG.

2. Static-HV – Best SMG

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The Static-HV offers a ton of mobility.

While the Static-HV is no longer the best gun in Warzone after multiple damage and range nerfs it’s still powerful enough to secure second place.

Resembling the PDW-57 from Black Ops 2, this SMG offers excellent damage output and fire rate, making it ideal for close-quarters combat. As one of the smallest SMGs, the best Static-HV loadout provides exceptional mobility, allowing you to move efficiently around any map.

1. DTIR 30-06 – Best gun in Warzone

DTIR 30-06 Battle Rifle with Warzone logo

The DTIR 30-06 might be one of the newest weapons to arrive in Warzone, but it’s shot straight to the top of the meta and is comfortably the best gun in the game. Not only does it have an exceptional damage output, but it’s also very low recoil and easy to use, meaning you’ll be landing shots consistently at long range.

Even a slight nerf has done little to affect the Battle Rifle’s popularity, as it’s still a common sight in virtually every lobby. So, if you’re looking to win as many matches as possible before Black Ops 6 arrives, the DTIR 30-06 absolutely blows away the competition.

No matter which guns you choose, make sure to optimize your controller and PC settings to fully maximize their potential in Warzone.

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