The SVA 545 is a formidable weapon despite being the initial assault rifle available to players in MW3. To optimize its performance, consider using the following loadout for the best results.
Players jumping fresh into Modern Warfare 3 will often run the SVA 545 as their first weapon. Considering it’s the first weapon in the jack-of-all-trades Assault Rifle category, it’s an easy first choice.
However, this weapon is a bit of a strange weapon to start with. It’s got some quirks that no other weapon in the series has; making a firm understanding of the weapon and the best loadout for the SVA 545 is essential to your success in the game.
Here is a complete guide to making the best SVA 545 loadout in MW3 including Class setup, Attachments, and Perks.
Contents
- Best SVA 545 MW3 loadout
- SVA 545 MW3 loadout: Perks & Equipment
- How to unlock the SVA 545 in Modern Warfare 3
Best SVA 545 MW3 loadout
- Muzzle: JAK BFB
- Barrel: STV Precision Barrel
- Optic: MK. 3 Reflector
- Rear Grip: Demo 650 Grip
- Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support
The SVA 545 has a unique firing sequence. It fires a two-shot burst when you first fire the weapon, followed by an automatic fire rate. While this may feel odd to start with, it has proven to be a strong contender due to its high damage and fast TTK. Don’t be afraid to let go of the trigger here and there to burst fire this weapon and maximize your DPS.
Without attachments, the SVA 545 can be pretty unforgiving due to its recoil, noticeable gun kick, and wonky iron sight. You’ll want to negate those detractors as best as possible, with the best counters being the JAK BFB muzzle, STV Precision Barrel, and an optic of choice such as the MK. 3 Reflector. The Demo 650 Grip and the Bruen Heavy Support Grip also help solidify this build as a great anchor point for long-range engagements.
The JAK BFB muzzle has made noise in the community since it massively improves your gun kick control while massively reducing vertical and horizontal recoil. However, it has a unique interaction with the mini-map as it’ll mark you as a diamond icon when firing, similar to the Advanced UAV. If that idea doesn’t fit your fancy, the T51R Bileted Brake will work just as well as the JAK BFB.
SVA 545 MW3 loadout: Perks & Equipment
Modern Warfare 3 has removed the classic perk system with a new system involving using gear.
A quick note on the choices here, there are several powerful gloves in MW3 but Scavenger really helps since this thing shreds ammo. Additionally, Stalker boots are ideal as they boost your strafe and ADS speeds with the AR. However, feel free to replace them with whatever you feel fits your playstyle.
Your lethal and tactical equipment choices are whatever fits your fancy. That said, after the Season 1 Reloaded patch, the Thermite Grenade received a massive buff that made it a top lethal contender.
- Vest: Infantry
- Gloves: Scavenger
- Boots: Stalker
- Gear: EOD Padding
- Lethal: Thermite Grenade
- Tactical: Stun/Flash Grenade depending on preference
- Field Equipment: Trophy System
How to unlock the SVA 545 in Modern Warfare 3
The SVA 545 is the first AR you get, so you’ll have it from the get-go.
Though its unique burst pattern may take some getting used to, this weapon surely is a fun one to use in-game.