Call of Duty Modern Warfare III: Best Sniper Rifles for Multiplayer for XBOX, PC and PS

The best defense in war is offense from a distance, check out the best long-range options in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III

Below, you will read:

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’s best Sniper and Marksman rifles
• What advantage each long-range rifle has on the battlefield
• Weapon stats for each long-range rifle

Sniper and Marksman rifles are both long-range weapons but with subtle differences. Most Marksman rifles are considered sniper rifles but that can change based on how the rifle is modulated. Long-range combat has always been one of the biggest draws to first-person shooters. As with any weapon, your play style will dictate your choices as much as the ratings and performance of the weapon. Refer back to this article to help find the perfect match.

Here are the Top Sniper Rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III

KATT-AMR

The KATT-AMR is an extremely powerful .50 Cal bolt action sniper rifle. It maxes out in Damage guaranteeing one-shot kills. Mobility and Handling are the biggest weaknesses so it is best to have a reliable secondary weapon for moving around. The KATT-AMR is a great sniper rifle out of the box and is modeled after the real-life Steyr HS .50-M1. Unlock the KATT-AMR by reaching Level 4.

DM56

The DM56 has power, speed, and agility all wrapped up in one. The DM56 was modeled after the real-life Heckler and Koch SL8. It has exceptional Accuracy, Handling, Recoil Control, and the best Fire Rate of all Marksman Rifles in the game. The DM56 is a great weapon to pair with an SMG for a versatile loadout. Unlock the DM56 by reaching Level 25 and completing the required Armory challenges.

Longbow

The Longbow is a modified sniper rifle with an extremely high level of Recoil Control for its class. It rates above average in Accuracy, Recoil Control, and Damage. The Longbow boasts a 30-round clip while still retaining a high level of Mobility and Handling in its class. It was inspired by the AK-224 and is unlocked by reaching Level 25 and completing the required Armory challenges.

MTZ Interceptor

The MTZ Interceptor is a great choice for firefights on an open battlefield. Upper body shots on target with this weapon will trigger many one-shot kills while its Mobility and Handling gives it an advantage of overpowering assault rifles and SMGs. The MTZ Interceptor rates above average in Damage, Accuracy, and Handling. It is inspired by the real-life CZ Bren 2 PPS and can be unlocked by reaching Level 25 and completing the required Armory challenges.

KVD Enforcer

The KVD Enforcer is a semi-automatic Marksman Rifle inspired by the real-life Chukavin SVCh. It has a 10-round clip with 40 rounds of ammunition in reserve. Its fast reload time helps balance out the short clip. The KVD Enforcer can land multiple shots on target quickly due to above-average ratings in Recoil Control, Accuracy, and Damage. Unlock the KVE Enforcer by reaching Level 4.

MCW 6.8

The MCW 6.8 is a modular Marksman Rifle with elite Accuracy, Handling, and Damage. It holds 10 rounds in a clip with 40 rounds of ammunition in reserve. It has an average Fire Rate among its class but will generate more one-shot kills due to its power. The MCW 6.8 was inspired by the Bushmaster ACR DMR and is unlocked by reaching Level 25 and completing the required Armory challenges.

KV Inhibitor

The KV Inhibitor is a semi-automatic sniper rifle that almost maxes out in damage while maintaining roughly average ratings in all other categories. Fire Rate is the only attribute below average but it’s a negligible stat for its class. The KV inhibitor will deliver one-shot kills most times while allowing your player the mobility to move around the map while remaining agile.

So there you have the best sniper rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Be sure to weigh playing style, map, and type of match when selecting the type of Sniper Rifle to use. You will need to have long-range combat as a competent skill to be successful in multiplayer.