This shrunk-down SMG may look unusual but it’s one of the best weapons in Modern Warfare 3 if built right. Here is the best RAM-9 MW3 loadout to dominate both up close and at medium range in Season 4 Reloaded.
When it was first added, first impressions of the RAM-9 were that it was powerful but difficult to control. However, this loadout transforms the meta SMG into not just a viable option, but something that is top-tier with it being one of the most used guns since Season 3.
Here is the best RAM-9 MW3 loadout designed to make the submachine both deadly up close while remaining competitive at medium range.
Best RAM-9 MW3 loadout
Attachments
- Muzzle: ZEHMN35 Compensated Flash Hider
- Comb: Recon Comb
- Stock: HVS 3.4 Pad
- Underbarrel: FTAC MSP-98 Handstop
- Rear Grip: Retort 90 Grip Tape
Given the RAM-9’s intense recoil, you’ll want to use attachments that reduce the SMG’s vertical kick. The two most impactful that don’t slow down key handling stats are the HVS 3.4 Pad and Retort 90 Grip Tape. This combination also provides a boost to Firing Aim Stability which makes it much easier to keep shots on target.
The ZEHMN35 Compensated Flash Hider is another fantastic attachment with it not only suppressing the RAM-9 but also improving ADS Speed and recoil control. These are all meta stats that benefit the fast-paced gameplay that an SMG like the RAM-9 needs to fulfill its potential.
The RAM-9’s handling can be further improved by equipping the Recon Comb which improves the handling of your gun.
Finally, the FTAC MSP-98 Handstop will offer further recoil benefits, along with added mobility so that you can land more shots while staying on the move.
Best RAM-9 Class: Perks & equipment
- Vest: Ninja Vest
- Eliminate footstep sounds, immune to movement reduction effects, bonus Throwing Star/Knife ammo, resupply Throwing Stars/Knives every 25 seconds.
- Gloves: Stalker Gloves
- Increased strafe and ADS movement speed.
- Boots: Covert Sneakers
- Eliminates the sounds of your footsteps
- Gear: Data Jacker
- Enemies you kill drop a smartphone. Collecting the smartphone generates a radar ping from that location.
- Lethal: Throwing Knife
- Tactical: Flash Grenade
Using the Ninja Vest is going to keep you on the down-low for the duration of the match. Even more, though, it replenishes your Throwing Knives so that you can stay loaded with a quick, deadly throw.
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Speaking of stealth, the Covert Sneakers are easily the best boots in MW3. When equipped, they remove all footstep audio letting you sprint around freely without being heard. This is great with MW3’s Assassin Vest and Boreal-6C Suppressed Barrel which make flanking with the RAM-9 extremely effective.
The Stalker Gloves will keep you moving during a fight, and with the attachments above, you will be sure to hit a majority of your shots.
Round out your equipment with the Data Jacker to stay aware of where other players are, and if you are about to be surprised by someone.
How to unlock RAM-9 in Modern Warfare 3
The RAM-9 is unlocked through the Armory, accessible at level 25. After activating the RAM-9 in MW3’s Armory, either complete 3 daily challenges or win 3 multiplayer matches to obtain the SMG. Alternatively, the RAM-9 can be acquired in Zombies by successfully extracting with one.
Best RAM-9 alternative in Modern Warfare 3
The WSP Swarm is another SMG in MW3 that has a great TTK up close but doesn’t quite have the damage range of the RAM-9. Even if it isn’t versatile, the WSP Swarm is incredible as long as you can only take close-range duels.
SMGs are some of the best guns in MW3, so learn about other options like the Striker, Superi 46, and the FJX Horus.