Best Modern Warfare 3 DM56 loadout

On the hunt for the best Modern Warfare 3 DM56 loadout? We've got all the intel you need to know.

Modern Warfare 3 is finally here, and the DM56 slots into the Marksman Rifle category. After the Marksman Rifle made its debut back in 2019's Modern Warfare, it's back for more in the third instalment. But like with most weapon classes in Modern Warfare titles, some are noticeably better than others. The DM56 Marksman Rifle is a titan in ballistic ingenuity, boasting a best-in-class rate of fire, as well as exceptional controllability.

But before we take a closer look at the best Modern Warfare 3 DM56 loadout, be sure to check out our guide on the best FOV settings, plus when the next double XP event takes place. You can find these guides and much more in our Modern Warfare 3 walkthrough hub.

What is the best Modern Warfare 3 DM56 loadout?

DM56

DM56

Marksman Rifle

optic

Corio ELT-10 2.5

barrel

Prime Lord Heavy Barrel

magazine

40 Round Mag

underbarrel

XTEN Phantom-5 Handstop

comb

Lachmann X-Tra Pouch

• Perks: Engineer / Marksman / Stalker / Tac Mask
• Grenades: Inflatable Decoy / Tactical Camera

This build is one of the very best for the DM56 in Modern Warfare 3 multiplayer thanks to minimal recoil, consistently high damage, and even better handling thanks to the attachment and perk combination.

Instead of the grenades dealing more damage, they're extremely useful for confusing the opposition and to gathering more intel as a match progresses.

Best Modern Warfare 3 DM56 attachments

One of the best ways to increase your chosen weapon's effectiveness in Modern Warfare 3 is by utilising the gunsmith. Coined as a "remix for weapons," it's an innovative way to customise your guns and dramatically alter the way they can be used. Here's the strongest combination for the DM56:

• Barrel: Prime Lord Heavy Barrel
• Optic: Slimline Pro
• Stock: Holger Recoil Pad
• Underbarrel: DR-6 Handstop
• Comb: Chisel VX-0 Cheek Riser

The minimal damage drop-off comes from the Prime Lord Heavy Barrel which improves bullet velocity and range. For the fastest reaction times possible, the combination of the DR-6 Handstop and the Holger Recoil Pad allows you to snap onto a target in the blink of an eye while the Slimline Pro optic provides a simple red dot to ensure the shots hit the target.

Last and by no means least is the Chisel VX-0 Cheek Riser which also improves sprint-to-fire and aim-down sight speeds. Instead of the DM56 feeling heavy in Modern Warfare 3, it feels much more like a mobile assault rifle.

Best Modern Warfare 3 DM56 perks and equipment

We already have a lot of information on both perks and equipment on Modern Warfare 3, so we've listed the best picks for the DM56 below.

Perks

• Vest: Engineer
• Gloves: Marksman/Assault
• Boots: Stalker/Tactical Pads
• Gear: Threat Identification System/Tac Mask

We think the Engineer Vest will be a great pairing with the DM56 Marksman Rifle, as it highlights enemies to teammates while in ADS. The Marksman gloves are naturally our pick for the DM56, as they reduce sway and flinch while ADSing, but another good option would be the Assault gloves, as they allow for faster ADS and accuracy while jumping and moving around the map.

The Stalker boots would make a great pairing with the DM56, as they allow for faster strafing and ADS speed, but we'd also recommend equipping the Tactical Pads for the slight buff to crouch speed and ability to ADS while sliding. The Threat Identification System would pair well with the DM56, as it automatically pings enemy locations while in ADS, but we'd also opt for the Tac Mask, as this reduces the effects of enemy flash and stun grenades, so you can't be as easily knocked from your perch.

Equipment

• Lethal: Inflatable Decoy
• Tactical: Tactical Camera

Inflatable Decoy would be well-paired with the DM56, as it can be used to confuse approaching enemies. In the same way that a Suppression Mine can stun flanking enemies as well as alert teammates to the location of an oncoming attack.

We'd recommend pairing the Tactical Camera with the DM56, as any way to highlight and ping enemies is a surefire way to pop them in the head with this semi-automatic rifle. Paired with something like a Smoke Drop to shroud yourself in cover, you can make easy work of enemies.

Is the DM56 meta in Modern Warfare 3?

There's a chance that the DM56 could slot quite nicely into the meta of Modern Warfare 3, given its high rate of fire and forgiving controllability. It could be a good choice for both new players and veterans of the shooter series, but there might still be stronger options out there. Once we get to play with the DM56 we'll be updating this guide with our best picks for it.

But there you have it, that's everything we know so far about the best loadout for the DM56 Marksman Rifle in Modern Warfare 3. For more Call of Duty, be sure to check out our other guides including how to complete the Oligarch mission as well as a walkthrough of the Countdown mission.