On paper, there’s one marksman rifle in Modern Warfare 3 that stands above the rest in terms of sheer damage—the MTZ Interceptor.
In-game, the MTZ Interceptor doesn’t have the buzziest description, with Sledgehammer Games briefly highlighting its high power and optimal range of mid-to-long distances. For those who perhaps don’t want to follow the meta and instead want to find a sleeper hit to master, however, this just might be the primary for you.
Best MTZ Interceptor loadout and class setup in MW3
The main thing to note when it comes to the MTZ Interceptor is that its fire rate is noticeably slower than the DM56 and the MCW 6.8, the two that also happen to be the most popular options in the weapon class. Nevertheless, skill is what ultimately pays the bills. With the right build, you can use the MTZ Interceptor to defeat even the sweatiest of MCW users.
Best MTZ Interceptor build in MW3
- Barrel: MTZ Longshot Pro Barrel
- Underbarrel: XRK Edge BW-4 Handstop
- Magazine: 20 Round Mag
- Optic: Corio Eagleseye 2.5x
- Rear Grip: Bruen TR-24 Assault Grip
Ultimately, while the MTZ Interceptor might take a bit more skill to use over the other marksman rifles due to its slower fire rate, this set of attachments gives it the best chance to compete. With major boosts in the recoil control and handling departments, as well as a doubled magazine size, you should be able to pick off enemies with ease as long as you’re hitting the chest and above.
The Corio Eagleseye 2.5x optic seems to be emerging as a great scope for marksman rifles and a priority unlock for Warzone, but feel free to swap it out for a shorter scope if you find it’s unnecessary for the smaller settings.
Best MTZ Interceptor class setup in MW3
- Vest: Infantry Vest or Demolition Vest
- Handgun: Renetti
- Tactical: Stim or Stun Grenade
- Lethal: Frag Grenade or Semtex
- Field Equipment: A.C.S., Dead Silence, Munitions Box, or Trophy System
- Gloves: Marksman Gloves or Scavenger Gloves
- Boots: Running Boots or Stalker Boots
- Gear: EOD Padding, Tac Mask, or Ghost T/V Camo
As has quickly become apparent in MW3, the rest of your loadout mostly comes down to preference as there are a lot of useful perks and pieces of equipment to choose from. If you’re interested in a more standard look that further helps out your ability to win standard gunfights, feel free to use the Infantry Vest with Marksman Gloves, Stalker Boots, and EOD Padding.
Otherwise, the Demolition Vest is an underrated option that allows you to regenerate your throwables and combos seamlessly with the Scavenger Gloves, Running Boots, and Ghost T/V Camo.
Now that you know how to build the MTZ Interceptor for both Warzone and Ranked Play in MW3, it’s time to get out there and destroy some try-hards.
