Best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout


Best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout
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October 4, 2023: Season 6 is underway and we've updated the best MW2 ISO Hemlock loadout and the best attachments to use.

The best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout has always hovered near the top of the Modern Warfare 2 arsenal but recent nerfs have seen its popularity decline. With Season 6 now underway, there's always a chance this particular assault rifle slots in amongst the best guns and weapons once the next dose of buffs and nerfs are applied.

Armed with the ability to utilise 5.56 and subsonic .300 BLK ammunition, the ISO Hemlock packs a lethal punch thanks to its impressive damage output and incredible versatility that allows you to customise it to suit your style of play perfectly. As with all Modern Warfare 2 ARs, mid-range performance is the key to success.

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What is the best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout?

Attachment
Name
Barrel
LR-30/56
Laser
FSS OLE-V Laser
Optic
Cronen Mini Pro
Stock
RES-2
Rear Grip
XTEN Grip

This particular build provides improvements in damage and accuracy which is hugely important when the time to kill is extremely fast.

Although recoil control takes a slight hit, the extra handling makes it very easy to make an impact in those competitive mid-range gunfights where reaction times and the ability to land your shots make all the difference.

Best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout
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Best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock attachments

Just like the rest of the arsenal, the ISO Hemlock has a huge range of attachments to choose from which allows you to optimise the AR to suit your style of play. With so many, it's tricky to find the very best combination to use.

After some testing, we've found a set of five perfect for dominating at range:

  • Barrel: LR-30/56
  • Laser: FSS OLE-V Laser
  • Optic: Cronen Mini Pro
  • Stock: RES-2
  • Rear Grip: XTEN Grip

This combination of attachments includes numerous improvements that transform the ISO Hemlock into a dominant AR. The LR-30/56 barrel is where the damage improvements are made while the XTEN Grip and RES-2 stock ensure high levels of accuracy are maintained.

Best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock perk package and equipment

Once the best attachments are ready for battle, the next step in building the best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout involves selecting a solid combination of perks and equipment. Here are our recommendations for the rest of Season 6.

Perks

  • Base Perk: Bomb Squad
  • Base Perk: Battle Hardened
  • Bonus Perk: Fast Hands
  • Ultimate Perk: Quick Fix

Equipment

  • Lethal: Semtex
  • Tactical: Flash Grenade

Is the ISO Hemlock good in Modern Warfare 2?

We've had a chance to use the ISO Hemlock and it's safe to say that it's a very strong AR to use. With extra damage output and non-existent recoil, it's bound to prove extremely popular for the rest of Season 6.

There you have it, that's all there is to know about the best Modern Warfare 2 ISO Hemlock loadout. For more, take a look at our guides showcasing the best SMG and the best ranked play loadouts for competitive action

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