The best SP-R 208 loadout and class setup in Modern Warfare 2

With 60-plus weapons to choose from, Modern Warfare 2’s roster of guns is daunting to think about, especially when you enjoy varied playstyles.

The SP-R 208 is a returning gun in MW2, first introduced into the franchise during season six of the first Modern Warfare. In MW2, it’s designated as a marksman rifle, and it’s one of the early favorites for fans of the sniper-like sub-genre of guns.

Leveling the SP-R 208 is also necessary if you want to unlock the rest of the guns in the Bryson Long Rifle platform, which includes the SA-B 50, the LA-B 330, and SP-X 80, so it’s good to know the best way to play with it.

Best SP-R 208 loadout and class setup in MW2

• Barrel: 12.5″ Carbon Barrel
• Optic: SP-X 80 6.6x
• Stock: ZRL T70 Pad Extension
• Comb: Aim-Assist 406
• Bolt: FSS ST87 Bolt

Secondary: Preferred pistol, SMG or AR in Overkill class
Tactical: Stun Grenade
Lethal: Semtex or Claymore
Perk Package: Battle Hardened/Overkill and Scavenger, Fast Hands, Ghost
Field Upgrade: Trophy System

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The SP-R 208 has some pretty solid iron sights, so you can choose to run with no attachment in the optic slot if you’re looking to use the gun at close to mid-range. But this loadout is built more for long-range engagements.

These attachments will boost the SP-R’s fire rate, range, and accuracy, and the rest of the class is built around maximizing that playstyle. Battle Hardened is a must, unless you feel like being stunned for the majority of your match, and the gun burns through ammo pretty quickly so we suggest Scavenger too.

But if you want a second primary, Overkill is the perk to run with instead. The SP-R is our preferred quickscope rifle, though, so here’s some more on that.

Best SP-R 208 quickscoping loadout in MW2

• Barrel: 12.5″ Carbon Barrel
• Stock: ZRL T70 Pad Extension
• Ammunition: 7.62 High Velocity
• Bolt: FSS ST87 Bolt
• Comb: Aim-Assist 406

You’ve definitely been killed by an SP-R loadout close to this or something very similar. This is a powerful one-shot kill loadout for the SP-R that is great for running and gunning while building up some quick-scope montage clips.

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We think the attachments here do their best to upgrade the SP-R’s fire rate, mobility, handling, and bullet velocity, while also buffing mobility and handling and focusing on aim-down sight speed.