Best Weapon Loadouts in the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Beta From assault rifles to shotguns, here are the strongest builds you can unlock early in BO7’s beta

With Black Ops 7 officially dropping on November 14, players are already getting a taste of the action in the beta. While progression is capped at level 20, there’s still a solid arsenal to unlock. To help you hit the ground running, here are the best low-level builds for the beta, featuring rifles, SMGs, shotguns, and a sniper rifle.

🏹 M8A1 – Marksman Rifle Powerhouse

The M8A1 is quickly becoming a community favorite in the beta. Deadly accurate and perfect for mid-to-long range gunfights, it shines when built for precision and control.

Recommended Attachments:

Optic: Lethal Tools ELO
Muzzle: Redwell 5.56 Compensator
Underbarrel: Ironhold Angled Grip
Magazine: Sentinel Extended Mag
Rear Grip: Instinct Grip

⚔️ M15 Mod 0 – Beginner-Friendly AR

If you’re just starting out, the M15 Mod 0 is a reliable, easy-to-control assault rifle. With the right attachments, it balances range, recoil control, and damage.

Recommended Attachments:

Optic: LTI Mini
Muzzle: Redwell 5.56 Compensator
Barrel: 18" Bowen Watchtower Barrel
Magazine: Mayday Extended Mag
Rear Grip: Contour Grip

🎯 MXR-17 – Stealthy AR Option

Another strong assault rifle, the MXR-17 offers versatility with solid ADS speed and reduced visibility on the minimap.

Recommended Attachments:

Optic: Lethal Tools ELO
Muzzle: Greaves TI-762
Barrel: 15" Wraith Barrel
Underbarrel: Sentry Pro Handstop
Magazine: Vault Extended Mag

💥 Dravec 45 – Close-Range SMG Beast

The Dravec 45 dominates at close range and is one of the easiest SMGs to use effectively. Its attachments boost ammo count, bullet velocity, and recoil control.

Recommended Attachments:

Muzzle: Hawker Stabilizer MK.II → upgrade to Monolithic Suppressor later
Barrel: 18" Jetstream Barrel
Magazine: Gator Extended Mag
Rear Grip: Quickarm Grip
Fire Mod: Accelerated Recoil System

⚡ Ryden 45K – Fast, Mobile SMG

The Ryden 45K is built for speed. It’s an excellent choice for aggressive players looking to rush objectives or dominate in tight spaces.

Recommended Attachments:

Muzzle: Bowen .45 Suppressor
Barrel: 9" Basilisk Barrel
Magazine: Torch 40 Round Mag
Rear Grip: Lennox Grip
Stock: Ventral Stock

🎯 VS Recon – Sniper Rifle Throwback

Inspired by the Black Ops 2 DSR-50, the VS Recon delivers high damage and range as a bolt-action sniper. With the right setup, it offers both stealth and stopping power.

Recommended Attachments:

Muzzle: Greaves A-762
Barrel: 24.9" Domain Barrel
Stock Pad: Contra Light Pad
Magazine: Wyvern Extend-Z Mag
Rear Grip: R-2 Laufen Grip

🔥 M10 Breacher – The One-Shot Shotgun

Already infamous in the beta, the M10 Breacher brings devastating one-shot potential. Its unique pump-action charge mechanic tightens pellet spread for deadly accuracy.

Recommended Attachments:

Muzzle: Redwell Agency Suppressor
Barrel: 17.4" Redwell-5k Barrel
Underbarrel: Zero Shift Handstop
Stock: No Stock
Laser: 5MW Lockstep Laser

📝 Final Thoughts

The Black Ops 7 beta loadouts give players a taste of what’s to come, even without the upcoming weapon build code system launching on November 14. Whether you prefer locking down lanes with the M8A1, rushing with the Dravec 45, or sniping with the VS Recon, these setups will help you maximize your performance in the beta.

Get grinding now, because the meta is only going to get deeper once the full arsenal is unlocked at launch.