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MW3 weapons list as of Season 4

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New weapons in Season 4
New Aftermarket Parts in Season 4
All weapons in the game
Assault Rifles
Battle Rifles
Submachine Guns
Light Machine Guns
Shotguns
Marksman Rifles
Sniper Rifles
Handguns
Launchers
Melee
Aftermarket parts
Launch
Season 1
Season 2
Season 3
Returning weapons from Modern Warfare 2
Assault Rifles
Battle Rifles
Submachine Guns
Light Machine Guns
Shotguns
Marksman Rifles
Sniper Rifles
Handguns
Launchers
Melee
✓ At a glance
  • The game features over a hundred weapons across multiple categories, with several returning from MW2.
  • Pick from assault rifles, battle rifles, submachine guns, light machine guns, shotguns, marksman rifles, sniper rifles, and handguns.
  • Aftermarket parts let you drastically alter these guns.

Now that Season 4 is here, even more weapons have joined the game’s massive arsenal. And with familiar guns returning in the sequel, there’s a dizzying selection of rifles to pick from. Knowing all of them beforehand will let you react to enemy threats better while finding a potential favorite to customize. Read on to learn about every weapon in the game, including those added during the past few seasons.

A close-up view of a Superi 46 SMG.

The Superi 46 promises close-quarters damage with moderate recoil. Image via Activision.

A person in black gloves holding a marksman rifle in the game.

The Marksman Rifle returns with its excellent firepower and slow fire rate. Image via Activision.

A person holding a shotgun from the game.

The Reclaimer 18 is effectively the SPAS-12. Image via Activision.

A player wields a sledgehammer in the game.

The lethal Sledgehammer swings slow but packs a punch. Image via Activision.

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New weapons in Season 4

Season 4, like the seasons before it, introduces more weapons to the pool:

  • Superi 46 (Submachine Gun): A “pistol-caliber carbine’’ with a lightweight frame and decent recoil. Can be found in battle pass Sector 6.
  • Kar98k (Marksman Rifle): Packs solid range and lethal damage. Can be found in battle pass Sector 5.
  • Reclaimer 18 (Shotgun): The SPAS-12 returns with a new name. This weapon will arrive mid-season.
  • Sledgehammer (Melee): Deals heavy damage. This weapon will arrive mid-season.
A graphic showing the new aftermarket parts in the game.
Season 4 brings some intense weapon customization. Image via Activision.

New Aftermarket Parts in Season 4

The latest Season also brings new Aftermarket Parts to rework your guns:

  • JAK Harbinger Kit (M4): Lowers fire rate and bullet velocity with an increase in damage and recoil.
  • JAK Gunslinger (Basilisk): Buffs fire rate and grants a near-instantaneous trigger action.
  • JAK Volkh (KV Inhibitor): Fire two-round bursts with minimal dispersion.
  • JAK Scimitar Kit (FJX Horus): Adds a high-capacity drum mag in addition to enhanced range and lower recoil.
  • JAK Thumper-656 (RGL-80): Fire projectiles farther.
  • JAK Requiem (Kastov 762): Eliminates vertical recoil.
  • JAK Decimator (Lachmann Shroud): Grants a full auto mode.
  • JAK Intimidator (Renetti): Lowers fire rate and turns it into a single-shot weapon.

All weapons in the game

Here’s a detailed list of all the weapons that were created for the game. We’ve split these into categories so that you can find the optimal assault rifles, battle rifles, submachine guns, light machine guns, shotguns, marksman rifles, sniper rifles, and handguns for the job.

A player wields the MCW as they enter a combat zone in the game.
The MCW is a lethal assault rifle that balances firepower with accuracy. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Assault Rifles

Here are all the assault rifles currently in the game:

A player uses the Sidewinder rifle in the game.
The Sidewinder is an excellent battle rifle. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Battle Rifles

Use these battle rifles to dish out some serious damage:

A player wields the Striker SMG in a match.
The Striker is a nimble SMG that focuses on a high rate of fire. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Submachine Guns

Opt for these SMGs if you prefer flanking foes:

A player wields the Pulemyot 762 in combat.
The Pulemyot 762 has a massive magazine but this slows down its reloads. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Light Machine Guns

Remember that these LMGs can take a while to reload:

A player uses the Lockwood 680 shotgun in the game.
The Lockwood 680 packs a punch if you’re close enough to your target. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Shotguns

Shred foes by getting up close with these shotguns:

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Expect even more weapons to arrive in future Seasons. This will not only keep the overall gameplay fresh but will give players more weapon choices to experiment with.

A player aims down the sights of the MTZ Interceptor rifle.
The MTZ Interceptor has a better fire rate than a sniper rifle but is still great at long ranges. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Marksman Rifles

These marksman rifles strike a nice balance between the lethal sniper rifles and versatile assault rifles:

A player wields a sniper rifle in the game.
Sniper Rifles are great at long range but suffer from slow fire rates. Image taken by VideoGamer.

Sniper Rifles

If your accuracy is great, use one of these sniper rifles to snipe targets:

A player checks out the Renetti handgun's sights.
The reliable Renetti handgun offers a balanced set of stats. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Handguns

Fall back on these handguns as it’s faster than reloading:

A player inspects the Stormender launcher.
The Stormender arrived in Season 1 and fires an EMP. Image via Activision.

Launchers

Use these destructive launchers to surprise foes:

  • RGL-80
  • Stormender (Season 1)
A player checks out the Soulrender blade in the game.
The Soulrender is a lethal melee weapon but has a short range. Image via Activision.

Melee

While not as effective as guns, you can still catch foes off-guard with melee weapons:

  • Gutter Knife
  • Karambit
  • Soulrender (Season 2)
  • Gladiator (Season 3)
The JAK Annihilator in the game.
The JAK Annihilator is one of many Aftermarket Part add-ons. Image via Activision.

Aftermarket parts

MW3’s excellent weapon customization goes one step further with Aftermarket Parts. While you’ll need to solve weekly challenges to get your hands on them, they can drastically alter the purpose of weapons. Here are all the parts that are currently in the game.

Launch

Here are all the Aftermarket Parts that were available right when the game dropped:

  • Broodmother .45 Kit (WSP-9)
  • JAK Annihilator Bullpup Kit (Pulemyot 762)
  • JAK Ferocity Carbine Kit (Renetti)
  • JAK Heretic Carbine Kit (MTZ-762)
  • JAK Raven Kit (MCW)
  • XRK Ip-VA Conversion Barrel (COR-45)

Season 1

The first Season brought even more Aftermarket Parts to the game:

  • JAK Purifier (Several weapons)
  • JAK Ettin Double Barrel Kit (AMR9)
  • JAK Thunder LMG Kit (Sidewinder)
  • JAK BRB (Several weapons)
  • JAK Bullseye (Several weapons)
  • JAK Glassless Optic (Several weapons)
  • JAK Signal Burst (Holger 556)
  • JAK Beholder Rifle Kit (TYR)
  • JAK Headhunter Carbine Conversion (Rival-9)

Season 2

Here’s what Season 2 brought to the FPS title:

  • JAK Burnout (Holger 26)
  • JAK Tyrant 762 Kit (Longbow)
  • JAK Backsaw Kit (Holger 556)
  • JAK Limb Ripper (Several weapons)
  • JAK Maglift Kit (Haymaker)
  • JAK Outlaw-277 Kit (BAS-B)
  • JAK Glassless Optic (Several weapons)

Season 3

Season 3 brought even more advanced weapon modifications:

  • JAK Cutthroat (All SMGs and some assault rifles)
  • JAK Revenger Kit (BP50)
  • JAK Jawbreaker (KV Broadside)
  • JAK Shadow Titan Kit (Bruen Mk9)
  • JAK Patriot (M16)
  • Wardens (Lockwood Mk2)
  • JAK Atlas Kit (AMR9)
  • Photonic Charge Barrel (MORS)

Returning weapons from Modern Warfare 2

Thanks to MW3’s Carry Forward feature, players can use weapons they’ve unlocked while playing MW2 as well. This fleshes out the game’s arsenal further. But beware, you’ll need to be aware of how effective these weapons are if you’re looking to use them or counter them in combat. Here are all the weapons that return from the previous Call of Duty title.

A player checks out the M4 in a map.
The M4 is a powerful AR that returns from the previous game. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Assault Rifles

Here are the returning ARs from the old game:

A player checks the Cronen Squall weapon.
Use the Cronen Squall to take enemies down from a distance. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Battle Rifles

Some fan favorites return from MW2:

  • Cronen Squall
  • FTAC Recon
  • Lachmann-762
  • SO-14
  • TAQ-V
A player checks out the FSS Hurricane in the game.
The FSS Hurricane is great at close-range encounters. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Submachine Guns

Here are all the SMGs that made their way back into the new CoD game:

A player checks out the Icarus LMG.
The Icarus suffers from a sluggish reload so don’t reload after each kill. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Light Machine Guns

Some of MW2’s LMGs make the cut too:

  • HCR 56
  • 556 Icarus
  • RAAL MG
  • RAAP H
  • RPK
  • SAKIN MG38
A player reloads the MX Guardian shotgun.
The MX Guardian is devastating at close range. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Shotguns

These classic shotguns are back for blood:

  • Bryson 800
  • Bryson 890
  • Expedite 12
  • KV Broadside
  • Lockwood 300
  • MX Guardian
A player checks out the Crossbow in the game.
Use the Crossbow to snipe away at tough targets. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Marksman Rifles

Some marksman rifles make a return as well:

  • Crossbow
  • EBR-14
  • LM-S
  • Lockwood Mk2
  • SA-B 50
  • SP-R 208
  • TAQ-M
  • Tempus Torrent
The FJX Imperium being held by a player.
The FJX Imperium lets you target distant foes. Captured by VideoGamer.

Sniper Rifles

Watch out for these familiar rifles:

A player holds a pistol in the game near a destroyed helicopter.
Use handguns when you’re low on ammo. Image via Activision.

Handguns

These reliable handguns make a comeback:

  • Basilisk
  • 9mm Daemon
  • FTAC Siege
  • .50 GS
  • GS Magna
  • P890
  • X12
  • X13 Auto
A player sprints with the PILA launcher.
The PILA is a deadly launcher. Image captured by VideoGamer.

Launchers

Keep an eye out for these lethal weapons:

  • JOKR
  • PILA
  • RPG-7
  • STRELA-P
A player uses a Riot Shield to defend themselves.
Riot Shields let you protect allies from enemy fire. Image via Activision.

Melee

And finally, expect to see these melee weapons too:

  • Combat Knife
  • Dual Kamas
  • Dual Kodachis
  • Pickaxe
  • Riot Shield
  • Tonfa

About the Author

Isa Muhammad

Isa Muhammad

Isa is a Guides Writer for Videogamer with 5+ years experience as a Games Journalist. If he's not reading, playing games or catching up on his favourite TV series, he's writing about them.

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