One of the strongest Assault Rifles in terms of Damage output is the STB 556 in Modern Warfare 2, a firearm that additionally offers superior Accuracy and Recoil Control. Although this AR is not the best choice for long-range combat due to its lower Range and Fire Rate, it is more than capable of taking down foes in medium and even close-quarter gunfights. Due to its stat differences with other ARs, the performance of the STB 556 excels between medium to long-range, as its inferior Mobility, Range, and Handling cause it to be less effective anywhere outside of this “sweet spot.”

How to Build the STB 556 AR in Modern Warfare 2

When building an optimal loadout for the STB 556 in MW2, players should first consider getting the Overkill Perk to equip an SMG, like the Vel 46, to compensate for this AR’s Mobility and Handling for dealing with enemy encounters in tight spaces. Moreover, an extra primary weapon can be used as a finisher to eliminate enemies at low HP.

Best TAQ-V Loadout in Modern Warfare 2 (Attachments & Class)

Fast Hands is one of the best Perks available in Modern Warfare 2, and it is no exception that it would serve the STB 556 well as an optimal Bonus Perk. Fast reloading and weapon swapping are essential for Overkill builds. For the remaining Perks, players are encouraged to use all-rounder choices like Scavenger and Ghost for ammo sustainment and radar stealth. Dead Silence, Stim, and Drill Charge are excellent choices for equipment but might vary, depending on what players prefer in their loadouts.

Next is an index of choice attachments for the STB 556 in MW2. These mods have been suggested by Call of Duty content creator Ears:

  • Increases Recoil Control

  • Weakens Aiming Stability

  • Features Precision Sight Picture

  • Weakens Aim Down Sight Speed

  • Increases Damage Range, Bullet Velocity, Hip Fire Accuracy, and Recoil Control

  • Weakens Aim Down Sight Speed, Hip Recoil Control, and Movement Speed

  • Increases Sound Suppression, Bullet Velocity, Damage Range, and Recoil Smoothness

  • Weakens Aim Down Sight Speed, Aiming Stability, and Aim Walking Speed

  • Increases Aiming Idle Stability, Hip Fire Accuracy, and Recoil Stabilization

  • Weakens Aim Down Sight Speed and Walking Speed

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

Source: YouTube/Ears