Best Warzone 2 weapons: Most popular meta loadouts & tier list (Season 6)

Identifying the best Warzone 2 weapons to use in the current meta can be tough, especially when there are so many lethal guns in WZ2's Season 6 arsenal. While testing out countless options can be an effective strategy, oftentimes it's better to follow the trend and use what is considered a meta Warzone 2 loadout for the best results.

Although Season 6 is well underway, players are still looking for the best Warzone 2 guns to utilize in matches to dominate their foes on both Al Mazrah and Vondel.

To make the process simpler, we've put together a ranked list that outlines the best Warzone 2 weapons and meta loadouts in Season 6 based on their popularity, using data from WZRanked.

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Top 5 meta Warzone 2 weapons & loadouts

5. ISO 45

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Best ISO 45 loadout in Warzone 2

• Muzzle: Spiral V3.5 Flash Hider
• Stock: Demo Fade Tac
• Barrel: 7" EX Raptor-V2
• Magazine: 45-Round Drum 
• Rear Grip: A30 Stout

The ISO 45 remained untouched in the Season 6 patch so it's still a powerhouse pick in the current meta, sitting at an impressive 4.6% pick rate.

Like all SMGs, it boasts a quick fire rate, whilst remaining nice and light so you can manoeuvre around the map quickly.

This makes it the perfect aggressive SMG for racking up kills and pulling off outplays, so if it's not part of your loadout list, you're missing out. 

4. Signal 50

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Best Signal 50 loadout in Warzone 2

• Muzzle: Nilsound 90
• Barrel: 29" TV KILO-50
• Optic: Forge Tac Delta 4
• Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity
• Rear Grip: SA Finesse Grip

Eclipsing the FJX Imperium and MCPR-300 in terms of popularity, the Signal 50 is the number-one sniper in Warzone 2 currently.

Sitting at a 6.6% pick rate, it excels at effectively taking out foes from afar, especially in the hands of a talented sharpshooter.

It's worth noting that the Signal 50 was hit with a set of nerfs in the Season 6 patch, reducing its neck and upper torso damage multiplier. Despite this, it remains a powerful pick, so if raw firepower in a bolt-action sniper is what you're looking for, the Signal 50 is your answer.

3. M13B

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Best M13B loadout in Warzone 2

• Muzzle: Harbinger D20
• Barrel: 14" Bruen Echelon
• Optic: AIM-OP V4
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Magazine: 60 Round Mag

The M13B is the ultimate laser beam for long-range gunfights in Warzone 2, locking onto targets with ease, especially in the hands of a sharpshooter.

Its stock may have decreased slightly after nerfs to its damage range in Season 6, but it's still a perfect option for those who struggle to control kickback.

If you want top-tier AR in the current meta, then the M13B is your answer and with a 7.7% pick rate, it's obvious the community has caught wind of its power.

2. Lachmann Sub

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Best Lachmann Sub loadout in Warzone 2

• Barrel: L38 Falcon 226MM
• Stock: FT Mobile Stock
• Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
• Magazine: 40-Round Mag
• Ammunition: 9MM Overpressured +P

Escaping any nerfs in the Season 6 patch, the Lachmann Sub has managed to launch its way back into the close-range meta with a 14.8% pick rate.

The classic SMG has everything you need to dominate foes at close quarters and has always been a fan favourite weapon.

Equipped with strong mobility, damage, and stability, the Lachmann is a brilliant gun which is perfect for players who love to take aggressive skirmishes.

1. Kastov 762

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Best Kastov 762 loadout in Warzone 2

• Muzzle: SAKIN Tread-40
• Barrel: KAS-10 584mm Barrel
• Optic: AIM OP-V4
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Magazine: 40-Round Mag

The Kastov 762 dominates the pick rate charts in Season 6 with a whopping 30.8% pick rate, despite being hit hard by a hefty set of nerfs. While taken down a peg compared to the last patch, it has retained the hard-hitting TTK that it's known for.

The arrival of the TR-76 Geist could be a potential contender for the Kastov 762, but for now, it stands above every other option in the eyes of the community.

So, if you want an AR that can truly decimate foes and you're willing to master the weapon, there's no better choice.

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What is the best gun in Warzone 2?

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Out of all of Warzone 2's weapons, picking out the best gun is an extremely difficult task, as oftentimes the best option for you will come down to personal preference.

However, based on the statistics and as shown above, the Kastov 762 is the best weapon in Warzone 2 with a 30.8% pick rate.

The AR's damage output, effectiveness at long range and stability have propelled it to the top of the meta, effectively making it a must-use gun in Season 6.

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List of all weapons in Warzone 2

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While the Warzone 2 weapons and loadouts above are the strongest options in the current meta, there are countless other guns you can experiment with.

All of them have their strengths and weaknesses, meaning it's possible to find an off-meta weapon or hidden gem that hasn't been discovered by the rest of the community just yet.

Here's the full list of weapons in Warzone 2:

Warzone 2 SMGs

• Lachmann Sub
• ISO 9mm
• Vaznev-9K
• Lachmann Shroud
• VEL 46
• PDSW 528
• FSS Hurricane
• ISO 45
• MX9
• BAS-P
• Minibak
• Fennec 45

Warzone 2 ARs

• ISO Hemlock
• FR Avancer
• TR-76 Geist
• TAQ-56
• Kastov 762
• Chimera
• Kastov-74U
• M13B
• M13C
• M4
• Lachmann-556
• Tempus Razorback
• STB 556
• Kastov 545
• M16

Warzone 2 LMGs

• Sakin MG38
• RPK
• Raal MG
• Rapp H
• HCR 56
• 556 Icarus

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Warzone 2 Battle Rifles

• TAQ-V
• Lachmann-762
• FTAC Recon
• SO-14
• Cronen Squall

Warzone 2 Snipers

• Signal 50
• Carrack .300
• Victus XMR
• SP-X 80
• MCPR-300
• LA-B 330
• FJX Imperium

Warzone 2 Marksmen Rifles

• Tempus Torrent
• TAQ-M
• EBR-14
• Crossbow
• SA-B 50
• SP-R 208
• LM-S
• Lockwood MK2

Warzone 2 Shotguns

• KV Broadside
• Expedite 12
• Lockwood 300
• Bryson 890
• Bryson 800

Hopefully, that's caught you up on the best Warzone 2 weapons and loadouts to use in the current meta in Season 6.

Remember, the meta is constantly shifting with every update, so we'll make sure to keep the list refreshed anytime there's a move in the rankings.

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