"Top Loadout Choices for Black Ops 6 Ranked Play"

With some fantastic rewards up for grabs in *Black Ops 6*, diving into the Ranked Play grind is absolutely worth it this year in *Call of Duty*. To help you dominate the competition, here are the top loadouts for *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* Ranked Play.

Best Assault Rifle for Black Ops 6 Ranked Play

In almost every *Call of Duty* game, Assault Rifles rule the roost in Ranked Play, and *Black Ops 6* is no exception. Their versatility across various ranges and solid mobility make them the go-to choice. Although many options were available at launch, new restrictions have crowned the AMES 85 as the top AR in *Black Ops 6* Multiplayer. This weapon boasts manageable recoil, a solid range, and decent handling, making it a breeze to use.

To maximize the AMES 85's potential, equip the following attachments:

• Kepler Microflex – Unobstructed Optic with a clear Sight Picture
• Compensator – Improves Vertical Recoil Control
• Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control
• Commando Grip – Improves Aim Down Sight Speed and Sprint to Fire Speed
• Balanced Stock – Improved Mobility in Strafing Movement Speed, Movement Speed, Hipfire Movement Speed, and Aim Walking Movement Speed

With these attachments, the AMES 85 offers incredibly low recoil, a clear sight picture, and excellent mobility. This setup makes the rifle highly effective at most ranges and stable when moving while ADS, cementing its status as the meta weapon in *Black Ops 6* Ranked Play.

Best Movement Loadout for Ranked Play in Black Ops 6

While most teams lean towards ARs, having a couple of SMGs can provide a strategic advantage, especially in Hardpoint where their superior mobility can help secure early rotations to the Hill. The KSV, focused on movement, should be kitted out with these attachments:

• Compensator – Improves Vertical Recoil Control
• Ranger Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control and Sprinting Move Speed
• Ergonomic Grip – Improves Slide to Fire Speed, Dive to Fire Speed, and Aim Down Sight Speed
• Infiltrator Stock – Improves Aim Walking Movement Speed
• Recoil Springs – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control and Vertical Recoil Control

This configuration turns the KSV into an Omnimovement-ready SMG, enhancing mobility and accuracy to make you a more elusive target while improving your ability to hit enemy Operators. Combined with the Gunfighter Wildcard, you can also use:

• Kepler Microflex – Unobstructed Optic with a clear Sight Picture
• Reinforced Barrel – Improved Damage Range and Bullet Velocity

**Related: How To Unlock the Dragon’s Breath Shotgun Attachment in Black Ops 6 (BO6)**

Best SMG for Slayers in Black Ops 6 Ranked Play

For players focused on eliminating the opposition to secure objectives, the Jackal PDW is a stellar SMG choice. It offers solid mobility, a fast fire rate, manageable recoil, and a decent damage range, making it superior to ARs in close quarters and competitive at longer ranges. Here are the optimal attachments for the Jackal PDW:

• Compensator – Improves Vertical Recoil Control
• Reinforced Barrel – Improved Damage Range and Bullet Velocity
• Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control
• Commando Grip – Improves Aim Down Sight Speed and Sprint to Fire Speed
• Infiltrator Stock – Improves Aim Walking Movement Speed

These are the top loadouts to leverage in *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* Ranked Play, ensuring you stay ahead of the competition.

*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone are available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*

*The above article was updated on 12/17/2024 by the original author to include new meta weapons.*