Top 10 Most Popular Warzone Season 5 Weapon Loadouts (WZRanked Data)

Discover the most popular Call of Duty: Warzone Season 5 weapons and attachments, ranked by player usage from WZRanked.com data as of September 2. Here's our expert countdown of the top 10 loadouts.

Warzone's meta evolves rapidly. While Season 5 launched without major balance changes, subsequent patches shifted popularity. Developers aim to lower time-to-kill for better skill expression, buffing underused guns rather than nerfing top performers.

Top 10 Most Popular Weapons in Warzone Season 5

1. Krig 6 – 15.74%
2. Kar98k – 8.38%
3. Bullfrog – 7.50%
4. MAC-10 – 6.38%
5. Swiss K31 – 6.01%
6. Modern Warfare MP5 – 4.56%
7. Stoner 63 – 4.02%
8. OTs 9 – 3.94%
9. FARA 83 – 3.32%
10. Grau 5.56 – 2.82%

10. Grau 5.56 – 2.82%

The Grau 5.56 ruled Warzone at launch in 2020 with laser-like control. A recent buff has revived it, especially in 'Fully Loaded' setups for post-Gulag loadouts.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
• Barrel: Tempus 26.4" Archangel
• Underbarrel: Commando Foregrip
• Ammunition: 60 Round Mags
• Perk: Fully Loaded

9. FARA 83 – 3.32%

Post-Season 4 Reloaded nerfs dropped the FARA 83, but it remains a top assault rifle, balancing the C58's power and Krig 6's accuracy.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 18.7" Spetsnaz RPK Barrel
• Optic: 3x Axial Arms
• Underbarrel: Spetsnaz Grip
• Ammunition: Spetsnaz 60 Rnd

8. OTs 9 – 3.94%

Once underrated, the OTs 9 now shines in close quarters, praised by pros like JGOD and NICKMERCS. Its setups deliver over 1.0 K/D on average.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 7.5" Reinforced VDV
• Stock: Wireframe
• Ammunition: VDV 40 Rnd Fast Mag
• Rear Grip: Elastic Wrap GRU

7. Stoner 63 – 4.02%

The Stoner 63 surged after Krig 6 tweaks, excelling with its huge mag and low recoil for squad wipes, even at range with the Royal & Kross 4x optic.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: Agency Suppressor
• Barrel: 21.8" Task Force
• Optic: Royal & Kross 4x
• Underbarrel: Field Agent Grip
• Rear Grip: Serpent Wrap

6. Modern Warfare MP5 – 4.56%

The MW MP5 owned close-range metas pre-Cold War integration. A Season 5 nerf slowed it slightly, but 10mm ammo unlocks blistering TTKs.

Most popular loadout:

• Barrel: Monolithic Integral Suppressor
• Laser: 5mW Laser
• Stock: FTAC Folded
• Underbarrel: Merc Foregrip
• Ammunition: 45 Round Mags

5. Swiss K31 – 6.01%

Raven Software refined Cold War snipers, positioning the Swiss K31 as a Kar98k rival with faster bullets and better reloads.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 24.9" Combat Recon
• Laser: SWAT 5mW Laser Sight
• Underbarrel: Bruiser Grip
• Rear Grip: Serpent Wrap

4. MAC-10 – 6.38%

With insane fire rate, quick TTK, and no recoil, the MAC-10 is the ultimate pocket SMG paired with ARs or snipers.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: Agency Suppressor
• Barrel: 5.9" Task Force
• Laser: Tiger Team Spotlight
• Stock: Raider Stock
• Ammunition: STANAG 53 Rnd Drum

3. Bullfrog – 7.50%

The Bullfrog overtook the MAC-10 thanks to its massive mag and damage, thriving post-MP5 nerfs across playstyles.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 7.4" Task Force
• Laser: Tiger Team Spotlight
• Stock: Spetsnaz PKM
• Underbarrel: Bruiser Grip

2. Kar98k – 8.38%

This WW2 bolt-action marksman offers speedy ADS and high velocity for close-to-long range dominance.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
• Barrel: Singuard Custom 27.6"
• Laser: Tac Laser
• Optic: Sniper Scope
• Stock: FTAC Sport Comb

1. Krig 6 – 15.74%

The Krig 6 exploded in popularity with minimal recoil and reliable damage, accessible for all skill levels—outshining powerhouses like C58.

Most popular loadout:

• Muzzle: Agency Suppressor
• Barrel: 15" CMV Mil-Spec
• Optic: 3x Axial Arms
• Underbarrel: Field Agent Grip
• Ammunition: STANAG 60 Rnd

Test these in Verdansk '84 or Rebirth Island. For full meta breakdowns, check our Warzone loadouts guide.

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