Mastering the best STG44 loadout in MW3 multiplayer and Warzone is essential for those wanting to rack up plenty of kills and be the last one standing at the end of the match.
The STG arrived as part of the Season 5 update and is one of the most recognizable assault rifles in the entire Call of Duty franchise thanks to its high fire rate, strong damage output, and high levels of recoil that can be tricky to control without the right attachment combination.
With that said, find the best loadouts to use in multiplayer and the battle royale in this guide.
Best MW3 STG44 loadout
After some extensive testing with various attachments, this build is perfect for mid-range and long-distance combat in MW3 multiplayer:
- Muzzle: ZEHMN35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Barrel: Heinrichter C70 Long Barrel
- Optic: JAK Glassless
- Underbarrel: DR-6 Handstop
- Magazine: 50 Round Drum
Kicking things off is the ZEHMN35 Compensated Flash Hider which provides much-needed recoil control when firing the STG for any length of time. Next is the Heinrichter C70 Long Barrel which increases bullet velocity and range in addition to improving idle sway when aiming with the rifle.
The iron sights of the STG aren't the best so we've opted for the JAK Glassless Optic for a crystal-clear view of the action. Alongside the sight, the DR-6 Handstop slots onto the underbarrel thanks to its faster ADS speed, sprint-to-fire time, and movement speed which is always useful in the heat of battle.
Once the best attachments are ready for battle, it's time to select perks and equipment to enhance in-game performance even further. Here's what we recommend using alongside the STG44.
Perks
- Vest: Infantry
- Gloves: Commando
- Boots: Covert Sneakers
- Gear: EOD Padding
The Infantry Vest extends the length of Tac Sprint in addition to reducing its refresh rate while Commando Gloves improve mobility even further by allowing players to reload while sprinting. Covert Sneakers are extremely useful as they silence footstep audio giving players a chance to get behind enemy lines and score plenty of kills before being detected.
Lastly is EOD Padding which increases resistance to incoming explosives that are bound to land nearby when battling for control of an objective.
Equipment
- Lethal: Frag Grenade
- Tactical: Flash Grenade
- Field Upgrade: Trophy System
It's hard to go wrong with the combination of Frag and Flash grenades. Cook a Frag to perfection to deal huge damage and follow up with the Flash in case the target is using EOD Padding to stay alive for longer.
For our Field Upgrade, the Trophy System is the way to go. The ability to block incoming enemy equipment is a surefire way of keeping hold of a Domination flag or a Hardpoint hill for reinforcements to arrive.
Best Warzone STG44 loadout
Like most weapons in the MW3 cycle, the best Warzone STG44 loadout is slightly different in order to adapt to the ever-changing meta. After some testing, this is the strongest build to use in Season 5:
- Muzzle: Quartermaster Suppressor
- Barrel: Bruen Acrux Heavy Barrel
- Optic: JAK Glassless
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
- Magazine: 50 Round Drum
The Quartermaster Suppressor is new for Season 5 and drastically reduces the kick of the STG44 in addition to horizontal and vertical recoil. For some extra firepower, the Bruen Acrux Heavy Barrel delivers a 24% damage range increase along with a 13% improvement in bullet velocity.
Next is the JAK Glassless Optic, one of the best sights to use on any weapon in Warzone thanks to its crystal-clear view surrounding the blue dot. For further stability, the Bruen Heavy Support Grip comes into its own with more recoil reductions and increased stability when firing the rifle.
Lastly is the 50 Round Mag which allows players to eliminate multiple opponents without having to take cover and reload.
With the best STG 44 Warzone attachments ready for battle royale and Resurgence action, finding the right perk package and equipment is the next step to building the strongest loadout. Here's what we recommend.
Perks
- Perk 1: Double Time
- Perk 2: Mountaineer
- Perk 3: Tempered
- Perk 4: High Alert
Double Time doubles the length of Tac Sprint allowing players to navigate the map faster while Mountaineer enables players to jump from greater heights without taking any damage.
The next perk is Tempered which reduces the number of plates from three to two, speeding up the process of applying extra plates. Last and by no means least is High Alert which creates an orange vision pulse alerting players when an enemy has clocked your location.
Equipment
- Lethal: Thermite
- Tactical: Smoke Grenade
Thermite is an extremely effective way of dealing plenty of damage on nearby players. Its sticky nature means it's hard for enemies to avoid its effects. The Smoke Grenade is just as useful. Throw it for some temporary cover or to flank behind a building without the enemy seeing the movement.
Is the STG44 meta?
In the early stages of Season 5, the STG44 has slotted into the MW3 and Warzone metas with ease thanks to its high damage output and excellent performance in mid and long-range combat. There's every chance the developers consider applying nerfs in future updates so make the most of it while it's still good.
That's everything there is to know about the best STG44 loadout in MW3 and Warzone. For more Call of Duty, find out how to unlock the Valeria Operator and how to get the Static-HV SMG.