Here’s the best 556 Icarus loadout in Modern Warfare 3
Looking for the best 556 Icarus loadout in Modern Warfare 3?The 556 Icarus is known to be a gun with promise, overshadowed by its incredibly high vertical and horizontal recoil, making it a challenge to wield effectively. For this reason, we’ve kitted it out with the best possible attachments to make it a solidLMGchoice.
The 556 Icarus can be earned during theCall Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2campaign and carried forward to MW3 as with the rest of the gun roster. For the best 556 Icarus loadout inCall Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, see below for all attachments and equipment loadout choices.
Why use the 556 Icarus in MW3?
As stated, the 556 Icarus does have some challenges. However, when using the right attachments, you can make the gun much more usable. For that reason, we’ve opted for attachments that concentrate on improving the recoil and accuracy, slightly taking a hit to the mobility of the gun in the process but retaining the damage output and bullet velocity to do so.
The key to an effective 556 Icarus loadout is increasing the recoil control and accuracy. Therefore, we’ve opted for theCorio Precio Factorystock to boost both values. We’ve then added attachments that increase these individual stats further, with theFTAC Castle CompandSakin ZX Gripthat both improve recoil control, while theAgent Gripunderbarrel increases aiming stability.
Speed is, of course, a large priority, especially with LMGs often feeling clunky in Modern Warfare 3. For this reason, we’ve chosen theSchlager PEQ Box IVlaser, which slightly boosts ADS speed without any subsequent negatives.
FSS Hurricane, Vel 46, MP5.
Although the 556 Icarus can excel in medium ranges, you may wish for something closer to home that will pack a punch in instances where you need to bolt around corners. We recommend picking up either a goodshotgunor one of the best SMGs in Modern Warfare 3, theFSS Hurricane. TheFSS Hurricanehas a reputation for being moderately powerful and possessing a great amount of recoil stability, making it a great all-rounder close-combat option.
Alternatively, theMP5orVel 46are both great options too. TheMP5has both speed and power in the bucket loads, and theVel 46is an SMG powerhouse that although it can feel heavier, can be loaded out with attachments to even this out and make it a formidable gun.
Overkill Vest, Marksman Gloves, Stalker Boots, Mag Holster, Flash Grenade, Semtex.
To capitalise on the above weapon choices, pick theOverkill Vest, which will allow you to pick two primary weapons in your loadout whilst also giving you the fast hands perk, which will increase weapon swap speed. Thevestalso allows you to reload whilst sprinting which is always a great perk to increase your combat speed. Pair this with theMarksman Gloves, which will be key to decreasing sway and ADS when using the 556 Icarus.
For yourbootsof choice, opt for theStalker Bootswhich will double down on the above perks by further increasing ADS and strafe values. Additionally, you can pair these with theMag HolsterGearitem which will effectively increase your reload speed, giving you the same buff you would otherwise get from the Gunner Vest.
For yourTacticalandLethaloptions, go for theFlash Grenadeto blind and deafen a target, buying you enough time to either get to cover if you are outnumbered or follow up with an attack from your second primary weapon. Lastly, we’ve chosen theSemtexwhich is a timed sticky grenade you can release, before getting back to mid-range and capitalising on your capability to move in and out of the fray.
For more Modern Warfare tips and tricks, check out our guide to thebest perksin-game for optimal loadouts.
Kastov 545.
If you’re looking for a worthy mid-range alternative to the 556 Icarus, choosing an AR like theKastov 545may fulfil just what you’re after. TheKastov 545oozes reliability with its low recoil and high-capacity values. Although it won’t compare to the likes of an SMG at short range, for mid to long-range distances, it is a smooth experience, even more so when you apply attachments to further increase range and maintain mobility.
That rounds off our guide to the best 556 Icarus build in Modern Warfare 3. Get a better idea of the full gun meta with our list of thebest guns in Modern Warfare 3, and thebest loadouts in MW3.
