Best Warzone TAQ-56 loadout

Warzone 2 TAQ-56 in firing range
Credit: Activision

Warzone 2 TAQ-56 in firing range
Credit: Activision
December 6, 2023: Season 1 of the Urzikstan era is now underway. To reflect the meta, we've updated the best Warzone TAQ-56 loadout.

The best Warzone TAQ-56 loadout is a topic players need to know about before dropping into Call of Duty's latest battle royale. Alongside a brand-new map, this particular assault rifle could continue proving popular.

Sharing numerous similarities to the SCAR-H from 2009's Modern Warfare 2, the AR comes with a controllable rate of fire and one of the highest damage outputs in the entire category. However, the rifle possesses a slow sprint-to-fire time which leaves you vulnerable when attempting to react quickly.

Before we take a closer look at the best Warzone TAQ-56 loadout, check out our other guides showcasing the best Warzone sniper rifle and the latest intel on Warzone ranked play.

What is the best Warzone TAQ-56 loadout?

Attachment
Name
Muzzle
Harbinger D20
Optic
SZ Holotherm
Underbarrel
FTAC Ripper 56
Ammunition
5.56 High Velocity
Magazine
60 Round Mags

Improving accuracy, damage range, and recoil is the aim of this particular build.

Although this build is less mobile than the baseline version, the extra damage and range make all the difference in mid-range combat.

Best Warzone TAQ-56 attachments

The Warzone gunsmith comes with a huge variety of attachments that transform any weapon to suit any style of play imaginable.

In the case of the TAQ-56, this set of five packs a lethal punch ensuring there's no damage drop-off at longer distances. Here's the full attachment list:

  • Muzzle: Harbinger D20
  • Optic: SZ Holotherm
  • Underbarrel: FTAC Ripper 56
  • Ammunition: 5.56 High Velocity
  • Magazine: 60 Round Mag

Up first is the Harbinger D20 muzzle and it comes with an increase in bullet velocity and damage range. Paired with the FTAC Ripper 56 underbarrel, the TAQ-56 is very easy to control in those competitive mid-range engagements.

The unsung hero of this combination is the 60-round mag which allows you to wipe a squad without any need to reload.

Image showing the TAQ-56 in the Warzone 2 gunsmith
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Credit: Screengrab via Activision

How to unlock TAQ-56 in Warzone

If you're a veteran of Modern Warfare 2, you'll already have the TAQ-56 unlocked but if you're new to Warzone, you'll need to complete a challenge to get your hands on the rifle.

Best Warzone TAQ-56 perks and equipment

Once the best TAQ-56 attachments are ready, it's time to search for a perk package and equipment combination that provides further benefits during matches. Here are our recommendations.

Perks

  • Perk 1: Double Time
  • Perk 2: EOD
  • Perk 3: Escapist
  • Perk 4: High Alert

The pairing of EOD and Double Time has major advantages. Double Time doubles the length of the Tactical Sprint while EOD increases resistance to incoming explosives.

Up next is Escapist which increases downed, prone, and crouch speed which is particularly useful when attempting to move quickly without revealing your location.

For improved awareness, High Alert is our fourth and final perk. When an enemy has spotted you, your vision will pulse allowing you to find them or to retreat to safety.

Equipment

  • Frag Grenade (Lethal)
  • Flash Grenade (Tactical)

Is the Warzone TAQ-56 meta?

The TAQ-56 excels in mid-range combat thanks to the improvements made by our attachment selection. With a crystal-clear ironsight to maintain focus on the target combined with a huge magazine and damage increases, it's up there with one of the best ARs to use.

That's all there is to know about the best Warzone 2 TAQ-56 loadout. For more, check out our guides highlighting the best Warzone guns and all there is to know about the Urzikstan map.