Best Warzone 2 AR: Assault rifle tier list

The best Warzone 2 AR is constantly changing and in the early stages of Season 4, there are plenty that are capable of making an impact over the course of a match Warzone 2 contains a vast number of assault rifles (AR) with various characteristics allowing you to excel in mid-range and long-distance combat.

Thanks to their sheer versatility, you'll often see players drop into Al Mazrah and Ashika Island with an AR that's currently dominating the meta in a bid to gain the upper hand over the opposition.

But, before we reveal the best Warzone 2 AR to use, don't forget to take a look at our guides showcasing the best SMG and all there is to know about ranked play rewards.

What is the best Warzone 2 AR?

• Kastov 762
• ISO Hemlock
• M4
• TAQ-56
• M13B

The Warzone 2 arsenal contains an extensive range of assault rifles and after a closer inspection, the Kastov 762, M4, and TAQ-56 possess qualities that set them apart from the rest of the category.

Whether it's incredible mobility, a fast rate of fire, or unmatched firepower, the above ARs are bound to prove popular when players drop into Al Mazrah and Ashika Island for the remainder of Season 3 Reloaded.

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Call of Duty Warzone 2 AR tier list

With a total of 11 ARs to choose from in the loadout selection screen, it's tricky to decide which are viable options on the battlefield. As mentioned above, the M4, M13B, and TAQ-56 are the cream of the crop but there are other options that could prove popular as season two progresses.

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Closely following the top tier are the Kastov 762 and the ISO Hemlock. Although their damage output is close to beating the top ARs, the flaws of each slot them into A tier. Although they're not the best, they're still worth using.

At the very bottom of the list is the M16. It doesn't matter which attachment combination you select, recoil makes this particular AR very hard to control in situations where accuracy is the key to success.

Warzone 2 Season 4 start date

Season 4 for Warzone 2 started on June 14 and with the update highly likely to feature some weapon balancing, there's a chance the best AR could change. If there are any movements in the category, we'll update the guide with all the latest intel.

That's everything there is to know about the best Warzone 2 AR. We will update this guide regularly once the new season begins and we've managed to determine which one is best to use as part of a loadout. In the meantime, check out the best Warzone 2 FOV settings.