After weathering the nerf wave of season 5, the Kastov 545 has once again emerged as a popular assault rifle in Warzone 2. Recent statistics reveal that this Kastovia-based weapon has secured a position among the top 15 overall picks, earning its place in the esteemed A-Tier list.

Despite the Kastov 545's recent success, its base form still lacks the necessary stability and lethality to achieve high KDs (kill-to-death ratios). That said, Warzone 2 does allow its players to improve the Kastov 545 in a variety of different ways.

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Best Attachments for Kastov 545

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Recoil-reducing attachments such as the FTAC Ripper 56 underbarrel, FT TAC-Elite stock, and Komodo Heavy muzzle are excellent for Kastov 545, but players can also go with damage-increasing items such as the 5.45 High Velocity ammunition. Here’s the complete list of the best Kastov 545 attachments:

Kastov 545 Component

Best Attachment

Muzzle

Komodo Heavy

Barrel

IG-K30 406mm

Optic

Cronen Mini PRO

Stock

FT TAC-Elite

Underbarrel

FTAC Ripper 56

Mag

60-Round

Ammunition

5.45 High Velocity

Best Kastov 545 Build

If damage range is a concern, players should consider replacing the ammunition with the IG-K30 406mm barrel. For the tuning on the Kastov 545, it's recommended to use the following configuration:

  • Komodo Heavy: +0.30 → +0.20
  • IG-K30 406mm: +0.30 → +0.20
  • Cronen Mini PRO: -3.00 → -2.00
  • FT TAC-Elite: -2.50 → -1.60
  • FTAC Ripper 56: +0.20 → -0.10
  • 5.45 High Velocity: -0.30 → +9.00

Best Loadout for Kastov 545

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The ideal companion gun for the Kastov 545 is the ISO 45. This SMG would guarantee close to mid-range dominance while maximizing player speed. Kastov also requires a movement-oriented perk package, including High Alert, Double Time, Fast Hands, and Overkill. As for the tactical and lethal equipment, Smoke Grenades and Throwing Knives are excellent choices.

How to Unlock Kastov 545

To unlock the Kastov 545 in Warzone 2’s fifth season, players will need to rank up the Kastov 762 to Level 10. In the DMZ mode, they must carry the assault rifle out of the battle zone to unlock it.

Is Kastov 545 Any Good?

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With a pick rate of about 1%, Kastov 545 is one of the best META ARs in Warzone 2. The gun has a higher TTK (time to kill), a faster ADS speed, and a shorter reload process than most assault rifles, making it an A-Tier option.

Call of Duty: Warzone 2 is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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