Hardpoint is one of the premier competitive modes in Black Ops 6, so make sure you spawn in with the best loadout for the mode.
As it has been for over a decade, Hardpoint is one of the competitive game modes in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The popular respawn mode is arguably the most played competitive mode by the community, featuring high-octane gameplay and strategy to rotate correctly, lock down spawns, and win the map.
Before you attempt to play any Hardpoint match in a competitive setting, though, you need to ensure you're spawning in with the right class and loadout. Without the correct weapons, perks, and equipment, you'll be at a huge disadvantage compared to your opponents.
Below, we'll go over the best weapon loadouts and other class items you need to excel at Hardpoint in Black Ops 6.
Best Hardpoint loadout in Black Ops 6
As there are multiple elements to a loadout, we're going to detail each part of your loadout separately. This begins with the weapons and attachments that professional players are using and will be followed by the remaining class items you need to equip.
Best weapon loadouts for Hardpoint
Currently, the Model L and XM4 assault rifles are both banned in competitive play. This has resulted in pro players using two different ARs. As for the SMG side of things, there are two guns that pros are trying out. All four of these weapons and their preferred attachments are viewable below.
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- Optic: Kepler Microflex
- Muzzle: Compensator
- Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
- Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip
- Rear Grip: Quickdraw Grip
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- Optic: Kepler Microflex
- Muzzle: Ported Compensator
- Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
- Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip
- Rear Grip: Commando Grip
- Muzzle: Ported Compensator
- Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
- Magazine: Fast Mag I
- Rear Grip: Ergonomic Grip
- Stock: Balanced Stock
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Jackal PDW
- Muzzle: Ported Compensator
- Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
- Underbarrel: Ranger Foregrip
- Rear Grip: Ergonomic Grip
- Stock: Balanced Stock
Stryder .22
- Muzzle: Ported Compensator
- Barrel: Reinforced Barrel
- Magazine: Extended Mag I
- Rear Grip: Ergonomic Grip
- Fire Mod: Recoil Springs
Those are all the weapon loadouts you'll need for competitive Hardpoint in Black Ops 6. You have the choice between two assault rifles, two submachine guns, and one pistol.
We chose not to use the Gunfighter Wildcard on any of these loadouts, but you can do that if you wish to gain three extra attachments on each loadout. For our Wildcard, we'll use it later down the line.
Best equipment, field upgrade, and perks for Hardpoint
Tactical and lethal equipment
- Tactical - Concussion
- Lethal - Semtex
Field upgrade
- Trophy System
Perks and wildcard
- Perk 1: Tac Mask
- Perk 2: Fast Hands
- Perk 3: Double Time
- Perk 4: Flak Jacket/Ninja
- Wildcard: Perk Greed
That completes your entire loadout for Hardpoint. Depending on your role or playstyle, you could make a couple of changes to the loadout, but for the most part, this is what you want to run for competitive play in Black Ops 6.
Once you set your Hardpoint loadout, make sure to check out our guide on the best loadout for Search and Destroy, which features some differences.
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