Best Holger 556 MW3 loadout: Class setup, attachments, perks

The Holger 556 has been one of the best weapons in Modern Warfare 3 since launch and that hasn’t changed in Season 3. Here is the best Holger 556 MW3 loadout that will make your multiplayer lobbies easier than ever.

Although it isn’t quite as dominant as it was back in Season 1, the Holger 556 remains one of the best assault rifles in MW3 Season 3. It is a fantastic gun that remains one of the strongest in the meta, even if other ARs like the MCW are more popular these days.

Here is all you need to know about the best loadout to use on the Holger 556 to make this powerful assault rifle both accurate and hard-hitting.

Contents

• Best Holger 556 MW3 loadout
• Holger 556 loadout: Perks & equipment
• How to unlock Holger 556 in MW3
• Best Holger 556 alternative in MW3

Best Holger 556 MW3 loadout

Attachments

• Muzzle: Wrathguard Compensator
• Optic: JAK Glassless Optic
• Stock: RB Addle Assault Stock
• Underbarrel: DR-6 Handstop
• Rear Grip: Morn-20 Grip

The Holger 556 suffers from having a bit more recoil than most other meta weapons. If you want to make this assault rifle accurate enough to be worth using, you’ll need specific attachments including the Wrathguard Compensator which very noticeably improves recoil control.

That alone isn’t enough though so you should also equip both the RB Addle Assault Stock and Morn-20 Grip. With all three of these attachments, the Holger 556 is accurate enough to challenge even the likes of the MCW and SVA 545 at long range while offering a superior TTK.

To avoid this loadout becoming too sluggish it’s also worth using the DR-6 Handstop. This meta underbarrel improves mobility and handling across the board, with the enhancements to ADS speed and strafe speed being the standout reasons to use it.

Finally, although the Holger 556 has decent enough iron sights it’s always worth using an optic where possible to make it easier to keep shots on target. Having been released in Season 3, the JAK Glassless Optic is a top-tier option with a clean reticle.

Holger 556 loadout: Perks & equipment

• Vest: Gunner Vest
• Gloves: Scavenger Gloves
• Gear: EOD Padding
• Tactical: Flash Grenade
• Lethal: Semtex

The Gunner Vest is ideal when you’re in the mood to go aggressive as it improves the reload speed of your weapon and lets you deploy with max ammo. This makes it easier to go on long killstreaks without running out of ammo, something that is made even easier with the Scavenger Gloves which resupply extra ammo from fallen enemies.

EOD Padding lowers the damage taken from incoming grenades. Especially on smaller maps like Shipment, this is really strong and will save your life several times a game though even on larger maps it’s still a good choice.

The combo of Semtex and Stun Grenades is a classic combination that has always been effective, and MW3 Season 3 is no exception. The Semtex is perfect for going on the offensive and blowing up enemy players while a Stun Grenade will leave them immobile and unable to fight back.

How to unlock the Holger 556 in Modern Warfare 3

You need to reach level 37 to unlock the Holger 556 in Modern Warfare 3. Once you get it you’ll then need to work through 24 gun levels to obtain all of its unique attachments.

Best Holger 556 alternative in Modern Warfare 3

The MTZ-556 is another versatile assault rifle that can compete against SMGs up close while still being dangerous from afar. It is harder to use than the Holger 556 but is rewarding for those able to control its recoil.

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