The RAM family welcomes a new addition to the Call of Duty HQ. Following the debut of the RAM-7 assault rifle in Season 1, its compact SMG sibling, the RAM-9, steps into the spotlight. Renowned as the meta of Warzone and MW3 Season 2, it competes with the HRM-9 and other SMGs bearing a “9” in their names. However, like every weapon in the game, optimizing the RAM-9’s loadout is crucial to unleash its full potential in Warzone and MW3.
How To Unlock RAM-9
Unlocking the RAM-9 is a straightforward process. Complete the MW3 and Warzone Season 2 Battle Pass Section B6 to obtain it for free. This requires 15 Battle Pass Tokens, which can be acquired from the outset. The RAM-9 does not have any specific challenges for unlocking.
Best Warzone RAM-9 Loadout
- Barrel: Boreal-6C Suppressed Barrel/Bruen Pendulum (Muzzle)
- Stock: HVS 3.4 Pad
- Underbarrel: Chewk Angled Grip
- Ammunition: 9mm High Grain Rounds
- Magazine: 50-Round Mag
Lethal & Tactical:
- Frag Grenade
- Smoke Grenade
Perks:
- Fast Hands
- Mountaineer
- Cold-Blooded
- Flex
The RAM-9 boasts a fire rate reminiscent of the Armaguerra 43 from Call of Duty: Vanguard, coupled with balanced damage stats. However, its accuracy leaves much to be desired.
To stabilize your aim with the RAM-9, equip the HVS 3.4 Pad attachment for improved handling. The stock attachment is crucial for managing weapon recoil, and the Chewk Angled Grip helps control horizontal recoil without sacrificing mobility.
Next, the Boreal-6C barrel serves as both a light barrel and a suppressor. While it may slightly increase recoil, the 9mm High Grain Rounds compensate for any loss in damage range.
For Warzone players, opt for the 50-Round Mag to maximize your RAM-9’s loadout. In MW3 Multiplayer, the 40-Round Mag suffices for engaging multiple targets.
Once you’ve configured your loadout, practice controlling the weapon’s recoil. The recoil pattern for this RAM-9 loadout in Warzone and MW3 begins vertically and veers to the right after firing the 20th bullet. For enhanced recoil management, consider the Bruen Pendulum muzzle over the Boreal-6C barrel, prioritizing accuracy over silenced shots.
