LMGs are great weapons for long-range gunfights in Modern Warfare 3, and can also save you the trouble of reloading too often in mid-close range gunfights. If you want help to pick the best weapon, here’s a list of the best LMGs in the MW3, ranking them from most effective to the least effective.
Many Call of Duty fans in the community are thrilled to see classic maps return in Modern Warfare 3, and with Sledgehammer also introducing several new features like the Tac-Stace movement and Gear-based Perk system, players are excitedly diving into the game’s famed multiplayer mode.
Speaking of the multiplayer game mode, equipping yourself with the best LMG is among the top loadouts you can choose to run in Modern Warfare 3.
So, we’ve ranked all the LMGs available in Modern Warfare 3, helping you choose the best weapon for your long-range duels.
Best Modern Warfare 3 LMG ranked list
There are 10 LMGs on offer in the Modern Warfare 3. Before we break down the best Modern Warfare 3 LMG available, we’ve ranked MW3’s LMGs from best to worst:
- Pulemyot 762
- Holger 26
- RPK
- DG-58 LSW
- RAAl MG
- Rapp H
- Bruen Mk9
- 556 Icarus
- HCR 56
- Sakin MG38
Best LMGs in Modern Warfare 3
5. RAAL MG
ActivisionReturning from MW2, the RAAL MG is still a top pick.
The RAAL MG emerged as a strong contender towards the end of MW2, and it’s still a great pick in MW3. Like the other guns in this class, the RAAL is extremely heavy and bulky but is devastating at all ranges with a rapid TTK.
While it doesn’t quite hit the same heights as some of the more mobile or powerful options on the list, it shouldn’t be underestimated in MW3.
4. DG-58 LSW
ActivisionWith great mobility, the DG 58 LSW feels more like an Assault Rifle.
MW3’s DG-58 LSW feels more like a high-powered Assault Rifle than it does an LMG, which makes it far more agile than the other entries on this list. With this in mind, it’s much easier to use for players who are used to something more lightweight.
That’s not to say it doesn’t pack a punch though, it can still quickly melt through an enemy’s health at mid to long-range.
3. RPK
ActivisionThe RPK is an AK variant with a huge drum magazine.
The RPK was a strong option in MW2 and the early days of Warzone, and it’s easily the best returning LMG in MW3. With its signature large magazine and high damage output, this fan favorite is perfect for holding down key lanes on the map.
While it might be outshined by a few of the newer options, the RPK is still a deadly weapon in Modern Warfare 3, and the fact that you’ll likely have most of the attachments already unlocked gives it an early advantage.
2. Holger 26
ActivisionThe Holger 26 is a beginner-friendly LMG in MW3.
The Holger 26 has established itself as a top-tier MW3 weapon, capable of going toe-to-toe with other meta picks. Like most LMGs, it has an impressive damage output, but just like the DG-58 LSW it shines because of the way it handles.
While the Holger 26 has a huge ammo capacity and a relatively easy-to-control recoil, it doesn’t affect mobility as badly as the other option in the game. With the meta attachments, players can use the Holger 26 like an Assault Rifle, allowing for more aggressive plays.
1. Pulemyot 762
ActivisionThe Pulemyot 762 is a hard-hitting LMG in MW3.
Despite being the first that players unlock, the Pulemyot 762 is the best LMG Modern Warfare 3. Its damage over long distances is virtually unmatched, and its low recoil allows you to land headshots consistently.
What it lacks in mobility the Pulemyot 762 makes up for in sheer power, with its huge magazines helping it lay waste to entire teams. If you want to guard a key objective or hold down the main lane on a map, there’s no better weapon in Modern Warfare 3.
There you have it! Those were the best LMGs in Modern Warfare 3.