Getting up close and personal with a Shotgun is a winning strategy.
When confronting players in close quarters in MW3, Shotguns are a powerful choice. To assist you in choosing the best Shotguns in MW3 Season 1 Reloaded, we’ve compiled a ranked list that categorizes each Shotgun from best to worst, counting down to the top picks.
Modern Warfare 3 Season 1 Reloaded is in full swing providing players with an extensive selection of weaponry. While Assault Rifles, Snipers, and SMGs have established their dominance in the meta, Shotguns have risen in popularity allowing them to dish out heavy damage in close-quarter combat.
So, if you’re looking to take out your enemies in close-range gunfights, we’ve ranked all the Shotguns in MW3 from best to worst, along with a countdown to the top five picks.
Best Modern Warfare 3 Shotguns ranked list
Modern Warfare 3 has nine Shotguns for you to choose from, so we’ve ranked each one from the best to the worst below.
- Lockwood 680
- Haymaker
- KV Broadside
- Lockwood 300
- MX Guardian
- Bryson 800
- Expedite 12
- Riveter
- Bryson 890
Best Modern Warfare 3 Shotguns
5. MX Guardian
ActivisionMX Guardian is a full auto Shotgun in MW3.
The MX Guardian is a fully automatic shotgun, with an exceptional fire rate that devastates in MW3’s close ranges. When equipped with the right attachments, you can take full advantage of its hip-fire capabilities, allowing you to kill enemies in quick succession without aiming down sight.
4. Lockwood 300
ActivisionLockwood 300 can deal a ton of damage in close-range combat in MW3.
The Lockwood 300 has been a powerful Shotgun in Modern Warfare 3 ever since the addition of the Maelstrom Dual Trigger attachment, which allows you to fire two shots at once. Naturally, Shotguns deal a ton of damage up close but with two shots firing at once, you’ll deal an even greater amount of damage.
However, keep in mind that you’ll only be able to fire once before having to reload, so running attachments that buff your reload and movement speeds are key to maximizing its potential in MW3.
3. KV Broadside
ActivisionKV Broadside carried over from Modern Warfare 2 to MW3.
The KV Broadside looks identical to the Kastov-74u SMG, with both guns arriving in Modern Warfare 3 from MW2. This is a top-tier Shotgun, that pales only in comparison to the Lockwoods, thanks to its quick firing rate, impressive movement speed, and controllable recoil.
When equipped with the meta attachments, the KV Broadside can lay waste to enemies in just a few shots in medium range and can be lethal up close.
2. Haymaker
ActivisionWith the right positioning, the Haymaker can be a decent Shotgun in MW3.
Veteran CoD players will easily identify the Haymaker‘s operation, as it closely resembles the Origin 12 Shotgun from Modern Warfare 2019. Featuring a sizable magazine and an impressive rate of fire, this weapon allows you to eliminate enemies.
However, it doesn’t rank higher on the list primarily because of its low damage output, which forces you to connect multiple shots to successfully kill enemies, affecting its overall effectiveness.
1. Lockwood 680
ActivisionLockwood 680 can deal an impressive amount of damage in MW3.
The Lockwood 680 might trigger memories of the frustrating Shotgun Warzone meta given its name, and not so far, it also stands out as the best Shotgun in Modern Warfare 3. Despite its fair magazine size and rate of fire, the weapon excels when equipped with the right attachments.
For those seeking to dominate enemies, the Lockwood 680 is precise and easy to use, boasting a powerful damage profile. Similar to its counterparts, it proves to be an outstanding option for short-range fights.
So there you have it! That’s all you need to know about the best Shotguns in Modern Warfare 3.
Quelle: CharlieIntel
Author: Max Candelarezi