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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 features a familiar selection of primary and secondary weapons. At launch, MW3 will see 37 new weapons and 77 weapons carrying forward from Modern Warfare 2. This Call of Duty guide details all the weapons available in Modern Warfare 3, including details about their weapon level, description, aftermarket parts, and any key attachments or challenges needed to unlock them.
For a full list of all MW2 Weapons carried forward, see our MW2 Weapons List.
All New Weapons in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
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Primary Weapons
- Assault Rifles
- Battle Rifles
- SMGs
- Shotguns
- LMGs
- Marksman Rifles
- Sniper Rifles
Secondary Weapons
- Handguns
- Launchers
- Melee Weapons
Assault Rifles
There are 21 Assault Rifles available at launch, which includes 6 new weapons and 15 weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Assault Rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| Assault Rifles | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium range Primary Weapons. Aiming down sights or Tac-Stance. Full-auto, usually. Average mobility. Often versatile due to attachment options. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| MTZ-556 | 26 levels | Yes | Boasting an exceptional fire rate for a 5.56 weapon, this close-quarters assault rifle excels at close and mid-range. |
| SVA 545 | 30 levels | Yes | This weapon system fires the first two rounds nearly at the same time, making this an incredibly lethal weapon in careful hands. |
| Holger 556 | 24 levels | Yes | Chambered in 5.56, this AR offers exceptional range and reliability for most engagements. |
| MCW | 28 levels | Yes | This remarkably adaptable assault rifle features phenomenal recoil control and versatility from a lightweight frame chambered in 5.56. |
| DG-58 | 25 levels | Yes | With excellent recoil control and three-round burst fire, this bullpup AR dominates at mid- to long range. |
| FR 5.56 | 19 levels | Yes | A three round burst bullpup AR. A well-placed burst can be extremely deadly at intermittent ranges. |
Battle Rifles
Eight Battle Rifles are available at launch, including three new weapons and five weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Battle Rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| Battle Rifles | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium- to long-range Primary Weapons. Aiming down sights. Semi-auto or three-round burst, usually. Average mobility. High accuracy with high damage. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Descriptions |
| MTZ-762 | 25 levels | Yes | A fully automatic Battle Rifle designed to send hard-hitting 7.62 rounds downrange at high velocity. |
| BAS-B | 29 levels | Yes | A highly controllable and powerful Battle Rifle chambered in .277 Fury designed for all-round reliability and performance. |
| Sidewinder | 28 levels | Yes | A highly adaptable Battle Rifle chambered in .450 that delivers high damage at close to mid-range. |
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SMGs
12 Submachine Guns are available at launch, including six new weapons and 12 weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Submachine Guns in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| SMGs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-range Primary Weapons. Aiming down sights, Tac-Stance, or hip-firing. Full-auto, usually. High mobility. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| Striker | 23 levels | Yes | A hard-hitting and controllable submachine gun chambered in .45 Auto. Reliable at close to mid-range. |
| WSP Swarm | 27 levels | Yes | Ultra combat and maneuverable, this 9mm SMG overwhelms targets with a fast fire rate. |
| AMR9 | 29 levels | Yes | A fully automatic SMG chambered in 9mm, the AMR9 is a go-to for Operators who prefer to shred the competition from close to mid-range. |
| WSP-9 | 28 levels | Yes | A fully automatic SMG featuring a slow rate of fire balanced by high damage, control, and mobility. |
| Rival-9 | 20 levels | Yes | The Rival-9 is a lightweight, 9mm submachine gun built for agility and quick room clearing. |
| Striker 9 | 25 levels | Yes | This compact SMG handles like a carbine while taking advantage of the low recoil and versatility of 9mm rounds. |
Shotguns
There are nine Shotguns available at launch, which include three new weapons and six weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Shotguns in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| Shotguns | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme close-range Primary Weapons. Hip-fire, Tac-Stance, or aiming down sights. Variety of firing mechanisms. High mobility. Easiest weapon to spray. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| Riveter | 24 levels | Yes | A full-auto, 410 shotgun built around an assault rifle receiver, the Riveter is a hole-punching machine. |
| Lockwood 680 | 27 levels | Yes | This highly effective and versatile 12-gauge pump shotgun can be modified to excel in most scenarios. |
| Haymaker | 22 levels | Yes | Highly effective at close range, this mag-fed combat shotgun will clear rooms with rounds to spare. |
LMGs
There are 11 Light Machine Guns (LMGs) available at launch, which include five new weapons and six weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Light Machine Guns (LMGs) in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| LMGs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium- to long-range Primary Weapons. Aiming down sights. Full-auto, usually. Low mobility. Mounting preferred. | |||
| Weapons | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| Holger 26 | 21 levels | Yes | A highly modular light machine gun that can be adapted to most combat scenarios. Chambered in versatile 5.56 ammunition. |
| Pulemyot 762 | 27 levels | Yes | Chambered in 7.62, this belt-fed heavy machine gun provides excellent suppressive fire, dealing a massive amount of damage at long ranges. |
| DG-58 LSW | 29 levels | Yes | A lightweight squad weapon for controlling zones and laying down suppressive 5.8x42mm fire. |
| Bruen Mk9 | 20 levels | Yes | The Bruen Mk9 is a fully automatic, air-cooled light machine gun chambered in 5.56. Support your team and pin down the enemy with a high fire rate and overwhelming covering fire. |
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Marksman Rifles
There are 12 Marksman Rifles available at launch, which include four new weapons and eight weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Marksman Rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| Marksman Rifles | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium- to long-range Primary Weapons. Aiming down sights. Semi-auto or bolt/lever action, usually. Above average mobility. More aggressive play preferred. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| KVD Enforcer | 30 levels | Yes | A Marksman Rifle chambered in 7.62. Lightweight construction results in excellent recoil control for rapid follow-up shots. |
| MTZ Interceptor | 18 levels | Yes | A high-powered Marksman Rifle chambered in 7.62. Control mid to long distances with this semi-auto weapon. |
| DM56 | 23 levels | Yes | A titan of ballistic ingenuity, this Marksman Rifle boasts best-in-class rate of fire and exceptional controllability. |
| MCW 6.8 | 24 levels | Yes | Chambered in 6.8, this highly modular Marksman Rifle features exceptional damage and reliability. |
Sniper Rifles
There are 10 Sniper Rifles available at launch, which include three new weapons and seven weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Sniper Rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| Sniper Rifles | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme long-range Primary Weapons. Aiming down sights. Semi-auto or bolt/lever action, usually. Low Mobility. More patient play preferred. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| KATT-AMR | 29 levels | Yes | This devastating .50 cal bolt-action sniper rifle delivers massive damage downrange with every shot. |
| Longbow | 31 levels | Yes | TA lightweight, heavily modified sniper rifle designed for precision shooting and repeat shots thanks to recoil control and magazine capacity. |
| KV Inhibitor | 32 levels | Yes | This semi-auto sniper rifle chambered in .338 offers undeniable recoil control and stability for the discerning operator. |
Pistols
There are 12 Pistols available at launch, which include four new weapons and eight weapons carried forward from MW2.
All New Pistols in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
| Pistols | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Close-range Secondary Weapons. Aiming down sights or hip-firing. Variety of firing mechanisms. Second fastest mobility. Fastest weapon to swap to. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | Yes | Official Description |
| Renetti | 21 levels | Yes | A burst-fire pistol with a staggering fire rate and controllability in the right hands. |
| TYR | 26 levels | Yes | This deadly revolver chambered in devastating 12.7x55mm hits like a cannon and leaves no survivors. |
| WSP Stinger | 15 levels | Yes | Keep your enemies close with this highly effective, room-clearing SMG with a blazing fire rate. |
| Cor-45 | 17 levels | Yes | Semi-automatic ballistic pistol chambered in .45 Auto. Delivers excellent handling and recoil control. |
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Launchers
Five Launchers are available at launch, including one new weapon and four weapons carried forward from MW2.
| Launchers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary Weapons. Any range against technology or large groups. Aiming down sights. Single-load, usually. Low Mobility. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Levels | New? | Official Description |
| RGL-80 | 6 levels | Yes | An infantry carried, revolving grenade launcher that fires 40mm projectiles that explode on impact. |
| Pila | 15 levels | No | Portable infrared surface-to-air missile with a free-fire option. Self-propelled missiles have a higher speed and moderate explosive yield. |
Melee Weapons
Eight Melee weapons are available at launch, including two new weapons and six weapons carried forward from MW2.
| Melee Weapons | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisticuffs range. Secondary Weapons aside from the Riot Shield, which is a Primary Weapon. Usually nonprojectile. Fastest mobility. Knives and other close-combat tools. | |||
| Weapon | Weapon Level | New? | Official Description |
| Gutter Knife | 6 levels | Yes | Standard issue combat knife. Great for quick stealth takedowns. |
| Karambit | 6 levels | Yes | A small, curved talon-style blade. Extremely sharp and discreet for fast and deadly melee attacks. |
All Aftermarket Parts
At launch, six Aftermarket Parts will be available for the following weapons, each unlocking after completing a particular weekly challenge. To apply some Aftermarket Parts, the weapons must be at maximum level.
All Aftermarket Parts in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
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Each Aftermarket Part will eventually be moved to Armory Challenges, should they not be unlocked via their Weekly Challenge at the end of any given season. This way, they are always available to be unlocked with no time restrictions.
| All Aftermarket Parts in MW3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Aftermarket Part | Official Description | Challenge |
| JAK Raven Kit (MCW – AR) | Versatile and modular, this .300 conversion of the MCW can be adapted to hit hard in nearly every combat scenario. This Kit is unlockable in the first weekly challenge post-launch. | Available Immediately |
| JAK Heretic Carbine Kit (MTZ-762 – BR) | This powerful, 7.62 AR was crafted to deliver exceptional damage with moderate recoil. | Available Immediately |
| Broodmother .45 Kit (WSP-9 – SMG) | A high-damage conversion kit that rides the line between SMG and AR with hard-hitting .45 Auto rounds. | Available Immediately |
| JAK Annihilator Bullpup Kit (Pulemyot 762 – LMG) | A modified, bullpup LMG that provides superior maneuverability while still delivering heavy and consistent fire. | Available Immediately |
| XRK IP-V2 Conversion Barrel (COR-45 – Handgun) | This carbine conversion kit for the COR-45 allows for optics and underbarrel attachments. It also introduces binary fire which effectively doubles the fire rate. | Available Immediately |
| JAK Ferocity Carbine Kit (Renetti – Handgun) | This heavy carbine kit converts the Renetti pistol into a compact and maneuverable SMG. Allows for optics, stocks, and underbarrel attachments. | Available Immediately |
