Top 5 meta loadouts for Warzone 2 Season 5 Reloaded

The new Warzone 2 Season 5 Reloaded has brought a variety of balancing tweaks, long-awaited movement changes, and more. It has given substantial buffs and nerfs to turn the meta around completely. A few weapons clearly stand out, but many previously overlooked weapons can now compete in both long and short-range confrontations.

The developer's goal was to balance out all weapon classes and make every weapon usable, which would be beneficial for the game's life cycle and keep it from becoming stale. Some pure meta weapons were impacted in the Season 5 Reloaded patch notes, while others escaped unscathed.

This guide will tell you all you need to know about the top 5 strongest weapon loadouts in the game right now.

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5 best meta loadouts to dominate Warzone 2 Season 5 Reloaded

5) M4

M4 loadout (Image via sym.gg)

The M4 is a true Call of Duty classic because of its ease of use and effectiveness. It has already established itself in the meta as a safe, beginner-friendly, and all-around decent weapon.

The gun received a nice buff with its close and mid-range damage enhanced. The M4 has a great TTK, an easy-to-control recoil pattern, and a good damage range.

Recommended loadout:

• Muzzle: Harbinger D20
• Barrel: Hightower 20" Barrel
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Optic: Aim Op-v4
• Magazine: 60 Round Mag

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4) Vel 46

Vel 46 loadout (Image via sym.gg)

The VEL 46 brings the classic MP7 back to Warzone 2, and it may be the most lethal incarnation in the franchise's history. The Season 5 upgrade increased its damage multipliers for the neck, upper, and lower torso.

The VEL 46 is one of Warzone 2's most lethal close-range weapons and hence a popular choice. It functions well as a close-range SMG for aggressive play as well as a sniper support.

Recommended loadout:

• Barrel: Schlager L203 Barrel
• Laser: VLK LZR 7mW
• Stock: Demo RXT Stock
• Magazine: 50 Round Mag
• Ammunition: 4.6mm Hollowpoint

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3) Kastov 762

Kastov 762 loadout (Image via sym.gg)

Kastov 762 is an underappreciated AR that is more than capable of performing at all ranges in Warzone 2 due to its catastrophic TTK and high firepower. It can eviscerate foes in mid to long-range battles.

The complex recoil pattern of this hard-hitting assault rifle makes it challenging to operate, but learning to harness its force can be incredibly useful.

Recommended loadout:

• Muzzle: Sakin Tread-40
• Barrel: KAS-10 584mm Barr
• Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
• Magazine: 40 Round Mag
• Optic: Aim Op-v4

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2) ISO 45

ISO 45 loadout (Image via sym.gg)

While the short-range meta in Warzone Season 5 is wide open, the ISO 45 outperforms most other weapons in this regard. It continues to dominate the Warzone 2 meta, just as it did in Season 4 Reloaded, with only a handful of SMGs coming close.

With its close-to-mid-range capabilities, the ISO 45 delivers a powerful punch and significant damage. However, you should customize the weapon with the appropriate attachments to get the most out of it.

Recommended loadout:

• Muzzle: Spiral v3.5 Flash Hider
• Optic: Slimline Pro
• Stock: DEMO Fade Tac
• Magazine: 45 Round Drum
• Rear Grip: EXP Shear

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1) Lachmann Sub

Lachmann Sub loadout (Image via sym.gg)

The Lachmann Sub, also known as the MP5 in prior games, remains one of the strongest SMGs in Warzone 2 Season 5 even after the recent update. Despite receiving a set of significant nerfs back in Warzone 2 Season 3, the Lachmann Sub has never fallen out of favor. It is absolutely lethal at close-range and a solid fan-favorite.

Recommended loadout:

• Barrel: L38 Falcon 226mm
• Laser: VLK LZR 7mW
• Stock: Meer Recoil-56 Factory Stock
• Ammunition: 9mm Hollow Point
• Magazine: 40 Round Mag

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Call of Duty Warzone 2 Season 5 Reloaded is live and available on Windows PC (via Battle.net and Steam), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5.