Best Modern Warfare 3 DG-58 loadout

Want to know the best Modern Warfare 3 DG-58 loadout? You're in luck, as we've got all the latest on the top loadouts for this gun, as well as our thoughts on how the gun performs against other similar weapons.

The DG-58 is a burst-fire assault rifle with a low recoil, firing three bullets in a short spray. This bullpup dominates at mid- to long-range but struggles in closed-quarters gunfights.

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What is the best Modern Warfare 3 DG-58 loadout?

DG-58

optic

Slate Reflector

underbarrel

XTen TX-12 Handstop

rear grip

Varanus Steady Grip

stock

Hardened Rubber CQC Buttplate

barrel

CDG T-25 Light Barrel

• Perks: Engineer / Marksman / Ghost TV Camo / Running Sneakers / EOD Padding
• Grenades: Frag Grenade / Scatter Mine

This build drastically improves mobility and the aim-down sight speed of the DG-58 allowing you to snap onto any target with ease.

Best Modern Warfare 3 DG-58 attachments

After testing various combinations for the DG-58, we found a set of five that's perfect for aggressive slaying:

• Barrel: CDG T-25 Light Barrel
• Optic: Slate Reflector
• Stock: Hardened Rubber CQC Buttplate
• Underbarrel: XTEN TX-12 Handstop
• Rear Grip: Varanus Steady Grip

The CDG T-25 Light Barrel provides faster movement speeds in addition to higher bullet velocity and range which makes all the difference due to the DG-58's firing mechanism.

For the fastest reaction times, the XTEN TX-12 Handstop and Hardened Rubber CQC Buttplate provide lightning-fast aim-down sight speeds and movement speed which comes in handy when attempting to strafe an enemy during a competitive mid-range duel.

A prolonged dose of gunfire from the DG-58 can generate plenty of recoil which is where the Varanus Steady Grip comes into its own. The reduction of recoil means you can land follow-up shots after the initial bursts with ease.

Best Modern Warfare 3 DG-58 perks and equipment

Below, we’ve got the best perks and equipment to use alongside the DG-58 to maximise its potential.

Perks

• Vest: Engineer
• Gloves: Marksman
• Boots: Running Sneakers
• Gear: Ghost T/V Camo / EOD Padding

For the DG-58, we reckon the engineer vest is the best one to choose, thanks to its ability to highlight enemies when you ADS on them. Using this perk, you can transform into more of a recon role, locating enemies for your teammates to mow down. Equally, thanks to the DG-58's ability to dispatch enemies at range, you can also contribute to taking down the highlighted enemies.

For your gloves, we recommend the Marksman gloves, to reduce your gun's ADS swings. This will help you secure more ranged kills, due to the increased stability of your aim. For the boots, we prefer the Running Sneakers for improved mobility, as well as the Ghost T/V Camo gear to stay undetected.

Equipment

• Lethal: Frag Grenade
• Tactical: Scatter Mine

For the lethal equipment, we prefer to use the frag grenade with the DG-58, as it's a versatile grenade that can often help secure an easy kill. Generally, Semtex isn't something that goes well with the DG-58, as you need to be more precise with your throws, and will rarely be taking close-range fights.

For your tactical equipment, our top pick is the scatter mine, which you can leave on your flank as you hold a long angle with the DG-58. This will prevent enemies from surprising you from behind, as well as picking you up a few kills in the process.

Is the Modern Warfare 3 DG-58 meta?

The DG-58 is dominant in long-range gunfights, so it'll strongly depend on the design of Modern Warfare 3's maps. However, its low recoil rate will make it a top pick among more casual players, and if it has high enough damage it could prove to be more widely popular.

During Pre-Season, it's one of the strongest assault rifles to use in multiplayer and could reign supreme until Season 1 applies a dose of weapon balancing.

That’s all there is to know about the DG-58 and its best loadouts. For more Modern Warfare 3 content like this, why not check out the best controller settings for the game, or if Modern Warfare 3 will have slide-cancelling? We’ve also got the latest on whether Modern Warfare 3 could make an appearance on Game Pass.