On the hunt for the best Modern Warfare 3 RPK loadout? We've got you covered.
Modern Warfare 3 is available right now and there are plenty of different guns and weapons to choose from before loading onto your favourite maps and game modes. The RPK appears in the LMG category armed with a steady rate of fire and damage output that's perfect for mid and long-distance engagements.
Before we reveal more about the best Modern Warfare 3 RPK loadout, check out our walkthrough hub that's packed with anything and everything you need to know about Sledgehammer Games' latest release.
What is the best Modern Warfare 3 RPK loadout?
- Perks: Infantry / Commando / EOD Padding / Stalker
- Grenades: Semtex / Stun
click to enlargeBest Modern Warfare 3 RPK attachments
The gunsmith contains a wealth of attachments to bolster the performance of the RPK. We've uncovered a combination that's immensely versatile and perfect for dominating matches:
- Barrel: TAC 597 Barrel
- Optic: Slate Reflector
- Stock: Prolite TL3 Stock
- Underbarrel: Commando Foregrip
- Rear Grip: Demo-X2 Grip
Kicking things off is the TAC 597 Barrel which enhances damage range and bullet velocity resulting in significant improvements in mid-range and long-distance duels.
The RPK doesn't possess the best mobility which is where the Prolite TL3 Stock comes into its own. The aim walking speed, aim-down sight speed, sprint speed, and crouch movement speed makes all the difference when reacting to threats and moving around the map quickly.
To keep recoil in check, the pairing of the Demo-X2 Grip and Commando Foregrip gives you maximum control of the RPK even when the opposition is landing their shots.
Best Modern Warfare 3 RPK perks and equipment
Once the best RPK attachments are equipped, it's time to select perks, equipment, and a field upgrade capable of improving your performance even further. Here's what we recommend.
Perks
- Vest: Infantry
- Gloves: Commando
- Gear: EOD Padding
- Boots: Stalker
The infantry vest extends the length of Tactical Sprint and reduces its refresh rate, meaning you can navigate the map with the RPK as fast as possible. For additional mobility, Commando gloves allow you to reload while sprinting which is handy if you're attempting to escape a sticky situation.
Next is EOD Padding. This perk increases your resistance to any incoming non-killstreak explosives that are guaranteed to head your way throughout a match. Lastly, Stalker boots continue to improve mobility thanks to faster strafing and aim-down sight speeds.
Equipment
- Lethal: Semtex
- Tactical: Stun Grenade
- Field Upgrade: Dead Silence
The combination of Semtex and stun grenade is ideal for some extra firepower alongside the RPK. Stick a Semtex onto a nearby enemy for a guaranteed kill or onto a vehicle to stop it from ruining your latest spree. If you find yourself against a player using a more mobile weapon, throw a stun grenade to halt their movement then pick them off with the LMG with little resistance.
Our field upgrade of choice is Dead Silence. Temporarily silencing your footstep audio is great for navigating the map undetected.
Is the Modern Warfare 3 RPK meta?
There's every chance the RPK could feature among the best guns and weapons thanks to its impressive mid-range and long-distance firepower. But, with movement changes encouraging a faster style of play, it could fall by the wayside as players favour weapons equipped with superior mobility.
That's everything there is to know about the best Modern Warfare 3 RPK loadout. For more Call of Duty, check out the best SMG and the latest information on what Ranked play has in store.
For more articles like this, take a look at our Guides , Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 , and FPS pages.