Every weapon in MW2 was inspired in some shape or form by real life guns. Many of these guns have become well-known throughout the Call of Duty community.
But in Modern Warfare 2, many of the weapons have names that barely resemble the guns that they are inspired by.
So if you’re curious to know their potential origins, then you’re in the right place.
Here are all the weapons of Modern Warfare 2 and the real life guns that inspired their designs.
All Real Life Names of MW2 Guns
There are over 45 weapons in Modern Warfare 2 that draw inspiration from real life guns.
You’ll find every weapon that is inspired by a real gun in MW2 listed below.
Weapon | Real Life Name | Weapon Platform | Weapon Type |
---|---|---|---|
M4 | Colt M4A1 | M4 | Assault Rifle |
FTAC Recon | AR-15 | M4 | Battle Rifle |
556 Icarus | Fightlite MCR | M4 | LMG |
M16 | Colt M16A4 | M4 | Assault Rifle |
FFS Hurricane | AR-57 | M4 | SMG |
EBR-14 | MK 14 Enhanced BR | Ordnance | Marksman Rifle |
SO-14 | M14 | Ordnance | Battle Rifle |
Bryson 800 | Mossberg 590 | Bryson 800 | Shotgun |
Bryson 890 | Mossberg 590M | Bryson 800 | Shotgun |
SP-R 208 | Remington 708 | Bryson Long Rifle | Marksman Rifle |
SA-B 50 | M24 SWS with custom chassis | Bryson Long Rifle | Marksman Rifle |
LA-B 330 | Remington 700 | Bryson Long Rifle | Sniper |
SP-X 80 | Remington MSR | Bryson Long Rifle | Sniper |
Lachmann-762 | Heckler & Koch G3 | Lachmann & Meer | Battle Rifle |
Lachmann-556 | Heckler & Koch HK33 | Lachmann & Meer | Assault Rifle |
LM-S | Heckler & Koch PSG1 | Lachmann & Meer | Marksman Rifle |
RAPP H | Heckler & Koch HK21 | Lachmann & Meer | LMG |
Lachmann Sub | Heckler & Koch MP5 | Lachmann & Meer | SMG |
TAQ-56 | FN SCAR-L | Tactique Verte | Assault Rifle |
TAQ-V | FN SCAR-H | Tactique Verte | Battle Rifle |
TAQ-M | FN SCAR 20S | Tactique Verte | Marksman Rifle |
Kastov 762 | AK-103 | Kastovia | Assault Rifle |
Kastov 545 | AK-105 | Kastovia | Assault Rifle |
RPK | RPK | Kastovia | LMG |
Kastov-74u | AKS-74U | Kastovia | Assault Rifle |
Vaznev-9K | PP-19 | Kastovia | SMG |
Minibak | PP-19 Bizon | Kastovia | SMG |
X12 | Glock 17 | XRK | Handgun |
X13 Auto | Glock 18 | XRK | Handgun |
STB 556 | AUG A3 | Bruen Bullpup | Assault Rifle |
MX9 | AUG A3 Para | Bruen Bullpup | SMG |
HCR 56 | Steyr AUG HBAR | Bruen Bullpup | LMG |
Vel 46 | Heckler & Koch MP7 | LMP | SMG |
PDSW 528 | FN P90 | Tactique Defense | SMG |
Fennec 45 | Kriss Vector | Fennec | SMG |
SAKIN MG38 | IWI Negev N7 | SAKIN MG | LMG |
RAAL MG | SIG Sauer MG 338 | RAAL | LMG |
Lockwood 300 | Browning Citori 725 | Lockwood Sport | Shotgun |
Expedite 12 | Benelli M4 Super 90 | Expedite | Shotgun |
Lockwood MK2 | Marlin 336 | Mark 2 | Marksman Rifle |
MCPR-300 | Barret MRAD | MRBA | Sniper Rifle |
Signal 50 | GM6 Lynx .50 | Signal | Sniper Rifle |
P890 | SIG-Sauer P220 | Bruen 890 | Handgun |
.50 GS | Desert Eagle | SAKIN G SERIES | Handgun |
Basilisk | Smith & Wesson Model .500 | Basilisk 500 | Handgun |
M13B | SIG-Sauer MCX VIRTUS | Bruen Ops Platform | Assault Rifle |
BAS-P | SIG-Sauer MPX | Bruen Ops Platform | Submachine Gun |
Victus XMR | Accuracy International AW50 | Imperatorium Platform | Sniper Rifle |
Chimera | AAC / Q Honey Badger Hybrid | Bruen Ops | Assault Rifle |
If you’re wondering when you’ll be able to use these weapons, check out our guide on how to unlock every weapon in MW2.

Is the Intervention in MW2?
No, unfortunately, the Intervention is not currently in Modern Warfare 2.
Although, it is likely that it will appear in the future since MW2 will add more weapons to each roster with every new season of the Battle Pass.
Read More – How to Unlock & Use Weapon Tuning in MW2
Is the SCAR in MW2?
Yes, the SCAR is in Modern Warfare 2 and is under the Tactique Verte Weapon Platform.
You can unlock it in-game at Level 19. Check out our guide on leveling up quickly to help you reach this weapon faster.
Is the MP5 in MW2?
Yes, the MP5 is in Modern Warfare 2 and can be used by unlocking the Lachman Sub from the Lachmann & Meer Platform.
Thursday 2nd of March 2023
The Lockwood mk2 is 1895, not a 336
Wednesday 8th of February 2023
FTAC Recon is definitely the M417 from Heckler & Koch
Saturday 18th of February 2023
I’d actually say the LMT 6.5
Thursday 9th of February 2023
The FTAC is based heavily on the A15-R.
Saturday 14th of January 2023
vaznev 9K is actually KP-9
Monday 23rd of January 2023
The KP9 is a PP-19 Vityaz clone made my Kalashnikov USA. So no it isn't, It is a PP19.
Thursday 12th of January 2023
Mcpr is actually the gm6 lynx
Monday 23rd of January 2023
No the Signal 50 is the GM6 lynx
Saturday 14th of January 2023
no signal 50 is gm6
Friday 23rd of December 2022
Armalite Rifle