The Rival-9 is one of the best close-range SMGs in MW3, so it’s no wonder why so many players have been using it in their loadouts.
Here’s the meta Rival-9 loadout to use in Modern Warfare 3 so you can eliminate your enemies in the blink of an eye:
| Attachment | How to Unlock |
| Monolithic Suppressor S (Muzzle) | Rival-9 Level 7 |
| Rival 38-E Fire Starter Barrel (Barrel) | Rival-9 Level 16 |
| MK. 3 Reflector (Optic) | MTZ-556 Level 2 |
| Chewk Angled Grip (Underbarrel) | Longbow Level 11 |
| Rival Vice Assault Grip (Rear Grip) | MTZ-762 Level 6 |
This Rival-9 build helps increase the weapon’s range and accuracy, while also keeping it fast enough for you to move around your enemies quickly.
Despite this, the Rival-9 is still very much a close-range weapon and can struggle at mid-distance due to its high recoil and even higher fire rate!
Best Secondary, Perks, Vest & Equipment for Rival-9 Loadout
As the Rival-9 is perfect for super-close-range combat, you will need Perks, Vest and Equipment for an aggressive playstyle, alongside a Secondary Weapon that has decent range.
This is what we recommend for your Rival-9 loadout in MW3:
| Secondary Weapon | Renetti |
| Tactical | Stun Grenade |
| Lethal | Throwing Knife |
| Field Upgarde | Med Box |
| Vest | Infantry vest |
| Gloves | Commando Gloves |
| Boots | Covert Sneakers |
| Gear | Bone Conduction Headset |
