The best Vaznev-9K loadout and class setup in MW3

It’s back in Modern Warfare 3, and it’s still as good as ever. We’ve got the best Vaznev-9K loadout in MW3, and it’s one you can use right now to start dominating multiplayer.

One of Modern Warfare 2’s best SMGs, the Vaznev-9K has been brought forward to MW3 like all other MW2 guns, and it hasn’t changed much. It’s still one of the strongest options for run-and-gun classes and SMG fans.

Here are the best attachments and the best class for the Vaznev-9K in MW3.

Best Vaznev-9K loadout and class setup in MW3

Just because it has a MW2 logo next to it doesn’t mean the Vaznev-9K should be left behind in 2022 where it came from. It’s still a dominant SMG in MW3 and one that you should level up if you haven’t already.

Best Vaznev-9K attachments in MW3

• Muzzle: Lockshot KT85
• Laser: Schlager PEG Box IV
• Ammunition: 9mm High Grain Rounds
• Magazine: 45 Round Mag
• Rear Grip: True-TAC Grip

The tried-and-true attachments for the Vaznev in MW2 work just fine in MW3 as well, but with some slight alterations. The main difference here is I like to use the 45 Round Mag due to MW3’s longer time-to-kill, meaning you can always use a few extra bullets in the clip to finish off a foe in a gunfight.

Elsewhere, the Lockshot KT85 helps rein in the SMG’s formidable base recoil, the Schlager PEG Box IV offers better ADS speed without any penalty, and the True-TAC Grip offers better handling.

The other main change from MW2’s Vaznev setup is the addition of 9mm High Grain Rounds. These are quite popular in MW3 thus far and offer a big boon to damage and range, both of which are key when running an SMG in an AR-heavy meta.

Best Vaznev-9K class in MW3

• Vest: Infantry Vest
• Handgun: Renetti or WSP Stinger
• Tactical: Flash Grenade or Stun Grenade
• Lethal: Semtex

• Field Equipment: Dead Silence or Trophy System

• Gloves: Commando Gloves
• Boots: Lightweight Boots
• Gear: Tac Mask

I love this class setup for all SMG builds in MW3, so the Vaznev is no different. The Infantry Vest allows for all of the other perks and equipment, including a solid pistol like the Renetti, a stun grenade to keep your opponents off-guard, and a semtex to flush them out of cover.

For perks, Commando Gloves and Lightweight Boots will accentuate the Vaznev’s run-and-gun playstyle, and I like to use Tac Mask since seemingly everyone in MW3 runs stun grenades, myself included.