COD: MW3 – Best Rival-9 Loadouts

Alright, gearheads and trigger-happy comrades, brace yourselves for the return of the Scorpion EVO, now reincarnated as the Rival-9 in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. This SMG’s got a fire rate that’ll make your head spin, a decent damage output, and just enough kick to make those long-range showdowns a tad tricky. But fear not, my fellow warriors, for we’ve got a bag full of top-tier attachments to turn this beast into a precision instrument.

Accuracy Rival-9 Build

Behold, the precision dance of attachments that transforms the Rival-9 into a mid-range sharpshooter.

AttachmentPros And Cons
MK. 3 Reflector (Optic)
Rival-C Clearshot Barrel (Barrel)+Aiming Idle Sway, +Bullet Velocity, +Damage Range, +Recoil Control
50 Round Drum (Magazine)-Reload Quickness, -Aim Down Sights Speed, -Aim Walking Speed, -Movement Speed
Rival Vice Assault Grip (Rear Grip)+Gun Kick Control, +Firing Aim Stability, +Recoil Control
EXF Close Quarters Assault Stock (Stock)+Gun Kick Control, +Recoil Control, -Aim Down Sights Speed, -Sprint to Fire Speed, -Sprint Speed, -Movement Speed

Now, why this concoction, you ask? The Rival-9 may boast a snappy time-to-kill up close, but its unruly recoil can ruin a long-distance tango. This setup, my friends, aims to fix that. The Rival-C Clearshot Barrel, a barrel wizardry of sorts, extends the effective range and reigns in that unruly recoil. Attach the Rival Vice Assault Grip and the EXF Close Quarters Assault Stock, and voila! A 25% recoil reduction symphony, allowing you to dance with foes at 25-50 meters like a seasoned ballroom pro. Slap on your preferred optic for the finishing touch.

Loadout Recommendations

When it comes to perks and equipment for this accuracy-oriented Rival-9, here’s the rundown:

PerksEquipment
Vest: InfantrySecondary: Preference
Gloves: Marksman GlovesLethal: Throwing Knife
Boots: Tactical PadsTactical: Stim
Gear: Mag LoaderField Upgrade: Dead Silence

For the speed demons and strategic players out there, this loadout, sans suppressor, demands the Infantry Vest for a sprinting marathon, Marksman Gloves to withstand flinching, and Tactical Pads for that epic slide. Mag Loader keeps your Rival-9 reloads swift, and Dead Silence will turn you into a silent, swift ninja.

Stealth Rival-9 Build

Now, let’s tip-toe into the shadows with the stealthy rendition of the Rival-9.

AttachmentPros And Cons
Rival-C Clearshot Barrel (Barrel)+Aiming Idle Sway, +Bullet Velocity, +Damage Range, +Recoil Control
Sonic Suppressor S (Muzzle)Undetectable by Radar, +Bullet Velocity, +Damage Range
FTAC SP-10 Angled Grip (Underbarrel)+Horizontal Recoil, +Aiming Idle Sway, +Gun Kick Control, +Aim Walking Steadiness
40 Round Mag (Magazine)-Reload Quickness, -Aim Down Sights Speed, -Aim Walking Speed, -Movement Speed
EXF Close Quarters Assault Stock (Stock)+Gun Kick Control, +Recoil Control, -Aim Down Sights Speed, -Sprint to Fire Speed, -Sprint Speed, -Movement Speed

Now, for the covert ops enthusiasts, the Rival-9 takes on a new persona. This setup revolves around the Sonic Suppressor, turning your Rival-9 into a sneaky phantom with a boosted effective range. Suppress those shots, reduce recoil with the FTAC SP-10 Angled Grip, and opt for the 40 Round Mag for less penalty in close-quarters. Choose any optic and slap on the Shadowstrike Suppressor, and you’re good to go.

Loadout Recommendations

Stealth is the name of the game for this Rival-9 build. Here’s the recommended loadout:

PerksEquipment
Vest: InfantrySecondary: Preference
Gloves: Assault GlovesLethal: Throwing Knife
Boots: Covert SneakersTactical: Stim
Gear: GhostField Upgrade: Dead Silence

Assassin Vest gives you Ghost with 100% uptime, perfect for staying off enemy radar. Covert Sneakers muffle your footsteps, making this class a ninja’s dream. Equip Throwing Knives for lethal flair, Stims for speedy recovery, and enjoy your stealthy escapades with Dead Silence.

JAK Headhunter Carbine Rival-9 Build

And now, for the grand finale, witness the Rival-9 donning the JAK Headhunter Carbine Conversion Kit.

AttachmentPros And Cons
JAK Headhunter Carbine Conversion Kit (Conversion Kit)(Unlisted) Fires Three-Round Bursts, +Bullet Velocity & Range, +Gun Kick Control, +Recoil Control, +Damage
MK. 3 Reflector (Optic)
Shadowstrike Suppressor S (Muzzle)
FTAC SP-10 Angled Grip (Underbarrel)+Horizontal Recoil, +Aiming Idle Sway, +Gun Kick Control, +Aim Walking Steadiness
MTZ Marauder Stock (Stock)+Gun Kick Control, +Aiming Idle Sway, +Firing Aim Stability, -Aim Walking Speed, -Movement Speed, -Hipfire and Tac Stance Spread, -Sprint to Fire Speed

Enter the arena with the JAK Headhunter Carbine Conversion Kit, turning your Rival-9 into a three-round burst sensation. Land those bursts like a virtuoso, with the MTZ Marauder Stock ensuring tighter groupings. The FTAC SP-10 Angled Grip minimizes horizontal recoil, making your bursts a vertical spectacle. Top it off with an optic and the Shadowstrike Suppressor for a silent but deadly performance.

Loadout Recommendations

For the discerning assassins out there, this JAK Headhunter Carbine Rival-9 loadout is crafted for medium-distance combat:

PerksEquipment
Vest: AssassinSecondary: Preference
Gloves: Marksman GlovesLethal: Throwing Knife
Boots: Covert SneakersTactical: Stim
Gear: EODField Upgrade: Preference

Assassin Vest brings Ghost with 100% uptime, perfect for staying off enemy radar during your mid-range escapades. Covert Sneakers continue muffling your footsteps, making you a silent predator. Equip Marksman Gloves for flinch mitigation, EOD to withstand explosive damage, and Stims for rapid recovery after skirmishes.

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