Top Loadout for the Haymaker in Modern Warfare 3

Modern Warfare 3 includes a ton of weapons that players can use, and when it comes to close quarters, Shotguns are the ideal category. Here’s the best Haymaker loadout for MW3, including attachments, Perks, and more.

Modern Warfare 3 boasts the most extensive array of weapons in the series up to this point, with over 100 different guns players can choose from, thanks to the MW2 Carry Forward feature. These vary from swift-firing SMGs to lethal Sniper Rifles and various other options.

In the realm of MW3’s new weaponry, players have found some noteworthy resemblances to guns in previous rebooted titles, among them, they have observed that the Haymaker Shotgun draws inspiration from the semi-automatic Origin 12 featured in MW 2019.

To take advantage of this powerful Shotgun, here’s the best Haymaker loadout you can use in Modern Warfare 3.

Best MW3 Haymaker loadout attachments

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The Haymaker is great for short ranges in small maps like Rust.

• Muzzle: Crown Breaker Choke
• Barrel: Imperator Long Barrel
• Laser: Corvus PEQ Beam-5
• Magazine: 12 Round Mag
• Stock: No Stock Mod

To kick off the best MW3 Haymaker loadout, we picked the No Stock Mod which significantly boosts mobility and handling due to its limited range. Combine this with the Corvus PEQ Beam-5 Laser to further improve the gun’s recoil control and bullet spread.

Then, we opted for the Imperator Long Barrel to increase the bullet velocity and range. The Crown Breaker Choke allows tighter pellet, hipfire, and Tac Stance spread, making your shots more precise.

Lastly, the 12 Round Mag provides additional ammunition without hugely compromising mobility, which is essential for Shotguns allowing you to move freely around the map.

Best MW3 Haymaker loadout Perks & Equipment

• Vest: Infantry
• Gloves: Commando
• Boots: Covert
• Gear: Ghost T/V Camo
• Lethal: Semtex
• Tactical: Flesh Grenade
• Field Upgrade: Trophy System

Much like SMGs, the Haymaker Shotgun loadout in MW3 emphasizes movement and agility, therefore we’ll start by equipping the Infantry Vest to enhance Tac Sprint capabilities. The Commando Gloves will further boost your movement allowing you to reload while sprinting.

Combine the Covert Boots and Ghost T/V Camo to mute your footsteps and avoid detection by enemy UAVs while in motion. This will facilitate movement around the map, letting you approach enemies discreetly and use the Shotgun at its optimal range.

Then, the Semtex and Flash Grenades combination will help you disorient and quickly eliminate enemies in buildings. Simultaneously, the Trophy System Field Upgrade proves ideal for protecting yourself when taking on objectives.

How to unlock Haymaker in MW3

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The Haymaker has over 20 weapon levels that players will have to complete to unlock every attachment.

To unlock the Haymaker Shotgun in MW3, you’ll simply need to reach Level 39. However, you can also obtain it by successfully exfiltrating with it in Zombies.

Ensure you activate Double XP tokens to speed up your progress and reach the necessary level quickly.

Best Haymaker alternatives in MW3

If you’re looking to try out other Shotgun alternatives, you should check out the Riveter which also has great bullet velocity and mobility. Also, the Lockwood 680 excels in delivering exceptional damage at close distances, making it an excellent choice for those who prioritize sharp and precise shots.

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