All signs still point toward the Signal 50 still being Warzone 2’s best fast-firing sniper rifle. However, the Carrack .300 flies under the radar and may surprise those trying it. Here is how you can maximize the new sniper rifle’s untapped potential.
In June, Treyarch banned sniper rifles from Warzone 2 Ranked Play. The ban hammer came down partly because pro players complained that one-shot snipers and fire shotguns “killed’ Ranked Play. Little did the community members realize that they had unleashed a new monster in the Signal 50.
It didn’t take much time for the fast-firing sniper rifle to take over Ranked Play lobbies and the 2023 World Series of Warzone. Despite the Signal 50, taking over WZ2’s competitive meta, Raven Software argued that a nerf to the sniper rifle was “not necessary” in Season 5.
Community members were stunned by the decision, but fortunately for those disgruntled players, Season 5 also provided a direct competitor to the Signal 50. Let’s jump right into what players need to know about the Carrack .300
Contents
- Best Carrack .300 Warzone 2 loadout
- Best Carrack .300 Warzone 2 class: Perks & Equipment
- How to unlock the Carrack .300 in Warzone 2
- Best Carrack .300 alternatives in Warzone 2
Best Carrack .300 Warzone 2 loadout
Attachments
- Muzzle: Bruen Agent 90 (+0.81, +0.90)
- Laser: VLK LZR 7MW (0.00, -42.77)
- Barrel: Heavy-TAC 300 (+0.50, -0.40)
- Rear Grip: TV Nought Grip (+0.58, +0.45)
- Ammunition: .300 High Velocity (-0.70, +9.00)
COD veterans will be familiar with WA 2000. The bullpup, semi-automatic sniper rifle appeared in Modern Warfare 2 & 3 and the original Black Ops game. The sniper rifle was ironically regarded as one of the worst weapons in each title due to its horrible handling stats.
The Carrack .300 is inspired by the WA 2000, but thankfully, it vastly outperforms the original design and dominates long-range engagements.
For our loadout scopes come down to personal preference, and the Carrack .300 default scope is kind of bulky and could be annoying for some players. If players can’t get along with it, we recommend replacing the muzzle with a new optic.
Best Carrack .300 Warzone 2 class: Perks & Equipment
- Base Perk 1: Double Time
- Base Perk 2: Overkill
- Bonus Perk: Resupply
- Ultimate Perk: High Alert
- Lethal: Drill Charge
- Tactical Equipment: Smoke Grenade
For Base Perks, Double Time is useful as it doubles your tactical sprint duration, making getting around both Al Mazrah and Ashika Island faster. It’s also recommended to use Overkill to run a secondary weapon. There are plenty of reliable sniper support options in Season 5, such as the Chimera or Kastov-74u.
Resupply is an effective Bonus Perk, as it constantly regenerates both Equipment slots and Field Upgrades. Given the importance of equipment for pushing other teams and maneuvering, having constant access to them is fantastic.
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For the Ultimate Perk, High Alert is a superb choice, as it provides free intel by highlighting the direction of enemy players aiming at you from behind. With Warzone 2’s short TTK, this is one of the few ways to give yourself enough time to react before being downed.
Equipment is flexible as there are several strong choices but a Drill Charge and Smoke Grenade are the top picks here. Drill Charges are excellent for flushing out players from hard-to-reach areas, while Smoke Grenades allow you to reposition through open spaces without being punished.
How to unlock the Carrack .300 in Warzone 2
If you’re looking to unlock the Carrack .300 in Warzone 2, there are no challenges to complete. Instead, you just have to progress the Season 5 Battle Pass.
The sniper rifle can be found in Sector E7, so just keep playing matches and performing well, and you’ll have it unlocked in no time.
Best Carrack .300 alternatives in Warzone 2
If the Carrack .300 isn’t checking off every box for you, the Signal 50 boasts a similar damage profile and arguably outperforms the new sniper rifle across the board.
Most professional Warzone teams have at least one Signal 50 user, and the sniper rifle also dominates Ranked Play lobbies.
That’s all for our Carrack .300 loadout! For more of our Warzone 2 coverage, check out these guides below:
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