The best RPK loadout and class setup in Modern Warfare 2

LMG fans are feasting in Modern Warfare 2 thanks to the best RPK loadout. At launch, the game had six different large machine gunds to choose from, including newcomers and classic weapons in the Call of Duty franchise.

One of the classics that returned in the latest iteration of MW is the RPK, which has roots as far back as Modern Warfare all the way back in 2007. The new game’s version might be one of the best we’ve seen yet.

“The RPK features a long, heavy barrel, high ammo capacity, and steel receiver capable of sustained full-auto fire without loss in accuracy,” its in-game description says within the Gunsmith. Get ready to go through the enemy like a hot knife through butter.

Here’s the best loadout and class to use with the RPK in MW2.

Best RPK loadout and class setup in MW2

• Muzzle: Polarfire-S
• Barrel: KAS-7 406mm Barrel
• Laser: FSS OLE-V Laser
• Underbarrel: FSS Sharkfin 90
• Rear Grip: True-Tac Grip

Secondary: Preferred pistol, Combat Knife, or launcher
Tactical: Stun Grenade
Lethal: Semtex
Perk Package: Battle Hardened and Double Time, Fast Hands, Ghost
Field Upgrade: Dead Silence and Battle Rage

LMG players should find a home with this setup for the RPK in MW2.

I think it accentuates all of the best parts of using an LMG in an FPS, but it all comes down to using it with the right playstyle. You can’t run and gun against SMG players with this weapon, so make sure to keep your distance and shred them from mid-range before they can bunnyhop at you with a gun that offers way more maneuverability.

This setup of attachments will offer buffs to the gun in the accuracy, mobility, and handling attributes while barely offering many negative effects at all. If you’ve ever wanted to fire an AK-47 that’s actually an LMG, the RPK is the perfect storm for you, and it’s one of my favorite LMGs in the game.

Best RPK attachments in MW2

• Barrel: KAS-10 584mm Barrel
• Laser: FSS OLE-V Laser
• Stock: Prolite TL3 Stock
• Underbarrel: VX Pineapple
• Rear Grip: Demo-X2 Grip

Secondary: Preferred pistol, Combat Knife, or launcher
Tactical: Stun Grenade
Lethal: Semtex
Perk Package: Battle Hardened and Double Time, Fast Hands, Ghost
Field Upgrade: Dead Silence and Battle Rage

I love this alternative build for the RPK that focuses on things like mobility and handling along with accuracy and recoil control to turn it into more of a multi-purpose, run-and-gun weapon that can be used in a variety of scenarios.

It barely feels like an LMG when it comes to mobility with this build, so run around and have some fun with it.