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The return of Verdansk in Call of Duty: Warzone has reintroduced some of the most legendary weapons in the game with the Season 3 update, including a powerful new Sniper Rifle that stands out as the most formidable weapon available. Unlike in previous iterations of Warzone, where snipers had the capability to eliminate enemies with a single shot from great distances, the current meta has shifted. Following the integration of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 with Warzone, many players now prefer assault rifles for long-range engagements.
The latest addition to the sniper lineup in Warzone and Black Ops 6 is the HDR, a massive rifle that utilizes 12.7×108mm rounds and was notorious in Modern Warfare 2019. Sadly, it lacks the one-shot kill potential it once had, but because other sniper rifles have not been enhanced, the HDR is now the best option for long-range encounters in the game. When equipped with the right attachments, the HDR can effectively control Verdansk’s terrain from its numerous high points.
Ideal HDR Loadout in Warzone
Attachments to Elevate the HDR’s Performance
In Warzone, the HDR can eliminate fully armored opponents with a headshot. It inflicts maximum damage of 360 to the head, which is sufficient to take down foes wearing full armor, while it causes 207 damage to the upper body and limbs, and 180 to the lower body. Although we cannot increase this base damage, we can enhance bullet velocity, allowing for a more straightforward aiming process and minimizing the need to compensate for bullet drop, thereby increasing your chances of landing that decisive headshot.
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Attachment Slot |
Name |
Reason |
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Muzzle |
Monolithic Suppressor |
The Monolithic Suppressor is the top muzzle attachment in Warzone and unlockable via the Battle Pass on page 7. This attachment keeps your firing position hidden from enemies and dampens the sound of your shots, in addition to boosting bullet velocity. |
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Barrel |
Gain-Twist Barrel |
For a sniper loadout, enhancing bullet velocity is paramount, as the damage range is ample without needing upgrades. The Gain-Twist Barrel provides the most significant boost to bullet velocity without any downsides, making it the ideal choice for the HDR. |
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Underbarrel |
Lightweight Bipod |
Aiming down sights with the HDR can lead to significant idle sway. The lightweight bipod greatly minimizes this sway, making it easier to maintain steady aim. |
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Stock |
Combat Stock |
The Combat Stock is the best stock attachment for snipers, providing substantial flinch resistance, essential when attempting to engage an enemy that is returning fire, and improving the HDR’s handling attributes. |
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Fire Mod |
108MM Overpressured |
This Fire Mod pairs effectively with the Gain-Twist Barrel and Monolithic Suppressor, enhancing the HDR’s bullet velocity, giving it a hit-scan feel in many scenarios. |
When all these attachments are combined, the HDR achieves an impressive bullet velocity of 1207.5 m/s. This means that within the HDR’s effective damage range of 97.8 meters, your aim will be spot-on—no need to consider bullet drop or target movement.
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The HDR can only achieve a one-shot kill against a fully armored enemy with a headshot. Its impressive bullet velocity simplifies the process of landing those critical headshots. The enhanced idle sway and flinch resistance also contribute significantly to your shooting accuracy. Given the HDR’s bulkiness and limited effectiveness in close quarters, you should strategically tailor the rest of your class setup to complement it.
Optimal HDR Class Setup in Warzone
Top Weapons and Equipment to Pair with the HDR
When wielding a large sniper rifle in Warzone, it’s essential to have a secondary weapon that excels in close to mid-range encounters. One excellent choice is the GPR 91 assault rifle from Black Ops 6. This rifle boasts exceptional handling characteristics, including rapid sprint speeds and quick aim-down sight times, making it invaluable when facing aggressive adversaries. Alternatively, you can opt for the new CR-56 in a similar role. The selected attachments enhance its handling, curb the rifle’s vertical recoil, and expand the magazine capacity to 60 rounds.
GPR 91 Sniper Support Loadout
- Optic: Kepler Microflex
- Muzzle: Compensator
- Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
- Magazine: Extended Mag II
- Rear Grip: Commando Grip
As for equipment, smoke grenades provide a reliable escape route when enemies are closing in or when you need to traverse open ground, while Semtex is perfect for dispatching downed opponents who have managed to crawl to cover.
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The Veteran Perk is highly recommended for sniper rifle loadouts, as it provides protection from equipment enemies might employ to dislodge you while significantly boosting your flinch resistance. Tracker and Alertness are popular perks in their respective slots in Call of Duty: Warzone, but feel free to customize your perks to match your playing style.
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