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Best guns in MW3 Zombies – Tier List

Best weapons for MWZ!

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Zombies offers players a variety of different weapons to use against the undead creatures. If you're looking for the best weapons and guns to use in MWZ, check out the ranked tier list below.

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MW3 Zombies weapons tier list

TierWeapon
SSMG: WSP Swarm
Shotgun: Lockwood 680
Sniper: Longbow
Handgun: TYR
Melee: Gutter Knife
Launcher: RGL-80
AAssault Rifle: SVA 545
Battle Rifle: BAS-B
SMG: WSP-9, Rival-9
LMG: DG-58 LSW
BAssault Rifle: RAM-7, DG-56, FR 5.56
Battle Rifle: MTZ-762
SMG: Striker, Striker 9
LMG: Bruen MK9, Pulemyot 762, TAQ Eradicator
CAssault Rifle: Holger 556, MTZ-556, MCW
SMG: AMR9
LMG: Holger 26
Sniper: XRK Stalker
Handgun: COR-45, Renetti, WSP Stinger
DBattle Rifle: Sidewinder
Shotgun: Haymaker, Riveter
Marksman Rifle: DM56, KVD Enforcer, MCW 6.8, MTZ Interceptor
Sniper Rifle: KATT-AMR, KV Inhibitor, XRK Stalker
Launcher: Stormender

S-tier weapons MW3 Zombies

The S-tier weapons include the absolute meta and best guns you can use against Zombies, and here's how:

  • WSP Swarm: Equip the WSP Akimbo Brace Stock aftermarket part attachment to make this Submachine Gun overpowered.
  • Lockwood 680: Use the 12 Gauge Slug ammunition to one-shot kill even higher-tier enemies.
  • Longbow: This high-damage sniper shoots two bullets each time you shoot when Pack-a-Punched.
  • TYR: With the Akimbo rear grip and 12.7x55mm Snake Shot ammunition attachments, the TYR becomes my favorite weapon to use against regular Zombies and bosses in MW3 Zombies.
  • Gutter Knife: When Pack-a-Punched, the Knife becomes the ultimate weapon against bosses, even the Megabomb. You can also use it as your secondary to move faster around the map.
  • RGL-80: If you want top-tier firepower against Zombies, use the grenade launcher and improve its lethality by upgrading the rarity and getting it Pack-a-Punched. Make sure to consume the PHD Flopper Perk-a-Cola for immunity from explosive and fire damage.

Related: All MW3 Zombies Bosses and how to defeat them

A-tier weapons MW3 Zombies

The guns I've listed in the A-tier are also very powerful, but they aren't as special as their S-tier counterparts. These weapons have high-damage output and you can't go wrong with either. Use the SMGs if you prefer short-range guns with high mobility, else go with the ARs and BRs for better range.

B-tier weapons MW3 Zombies

B-tier weapons aren't overpowered, but they perform well against regular Zombies and can be improved by upgrading rarity and Pack-a-Punch levels. Don't get me wrong, these can take down HVTs, but you may have to put in some extra effort.

C-tier weapons MW3 Zombies

If you want to try out some below-average weapons in MWZ, you can use the weapons listed in the C-tier row. I wouldn't say these guns are very bad, but they don't offer anything in value and you're better off using weapons from the B, A, and S tiers.

D-tier weapons MW3 Zombies

You should almost always avoid using D-tier guns in MWZ unless you're doing camo challenges for them. These mainly include Marksman Rifles, Sniper Rifles, and Shotguns, which may be good for Warzone Battle Royale, but just aren't made for MW3 Zombies in my opinion.

Stay tuned to Pro Game Guides for more Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 content. In the meantime, head over to our article on How to get kills with a non-Drill Charge underbarrel in MW3.


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