Best close-range Warzone Season 3 weapons and loadouts

Sometimes, Call of Duty fans just wants to get into the thick of things with some close-range combat. In Warzone Season 3, considering all the weapon balance changes, there's a whole lot to think about when picking the best close-range weapons. Stats wizard and Warzone content creator on YouTube, JGOD, is undoubtedly one of the best people to follow when it comes to picking the right weapons to get the job done. For those who love close-range combat, JGOD has revealed his list of the five best weapons, as well as loadouts for each one of them.

Best Warzone Season 3 close-range weapons 

In a recent video, JGOD revealed that thanks to the balance changes at the start of Season 3, he believes the following five weapons are the best for close-range combat in Warzone Season 3.

• MAC-10 (Our loadout)
• AK-47 CW (Our loadout)
• LC10 (Our Loadout)
• Bullfrog (Our Loadout)
• FARA 83 (Our Loadout)

In the video below, JGOD explains that he excluded Shotguns on the basis of versatility but they are definitely viable without the 9-meter range.

The best Warzone Season 3 close-range weapons in the current meta, thanks to the FFAR getting nerfed, and several other balance changes, has made these the top pics for JGOD.

Knowing what the best guns for close-range combat in Warzone Season 3 are, isn't enough for most players. JGOD also shared loadouts for each of these weapons used in close-range combat. Check them out below. All images via JGOD video.

Best LC10 close-range loadout

• Muzzle: Agency Suppressor
• Barrel: 13.9″ Task Force
• Underbarrel: Field Agent Grip
• Stock: Raider Stock
• Ammo: STANAG 55 Rnd

Best MAC-10 close-range loadout

• Muzzle: Agency Suppressor
• Barrel: 5.9" Task Force
• Underbarrel: Field Agent Grip
• Stock: No Stock
• Ammo: STANAG 53 Rnd Drum

Best AK-47 CW close-range loadout

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 15.5" Ultralight
• Underbarrel: Spetsnaz Grip
• Stock: KGB Skeletal Stock
• Ammo: 45 Rnd

Best Bullfrog close-range loadout

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 7.4" Task Force
• Underbarrel: Spetsnaz Grip
• Stock: KGB Skeletal Stock
• Ammo: 65 Rnd

Best FARA 83 close-range loadout

• Muzzle: GRU Suppressor
• Barrel: 18.7" Spetsnaz RPK Barrel
• Stock: KGB Skeletal Stock
• Rear Grip: Serpent Wrap
• Ammo: VDV 50 Rnd Fast Mag

JGOD's picks for the best close-range weapons in Warzone Season 3 holds a lot of weight, as the Call of Duty stats wizard is rarely wrong.

• Read more: Best weapons in Warzone Season 3: The strongest and most broken guns

Check out our  Sniper/Marksmen Rifle tier list, Submachine Gun tier list, and Assault Rifle tier list, as well as our Tactical Rifle tier list for even more loadouts.