The Grau 5.56 was introduced in Season 2 and is already the tenth assault rifle in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Here you will find the OP build from a YouTuber and two more setups that make the Grau a beast in the right hands. As an update, a strong loadout for the Warzone.
What kind of weapon is it? With the Grau 5.56, the light assault rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare have a strong, new colleague. After our initial analysis at the start of Season 2, here are a few verified builds of the “Battle Pass” assault rifle.
The weapon is modeled after a rifle from the Swiss Army and resembles the SIG 552 Commando in its basic design. This is a modified version of the SIG 550, which is considered very versatile, and even in CoD you can significantly customize the rifle with attachments.
Update May 8, 2020: The Grau 5.56 also performs really well in the Warzone. Therefore, further down you will now find a strong Warzone setup.
By the way, on May 8, there was another new update: CoD MW & Warzone: Update on May 8 brings new mode, playlists, and helicopter
What do the stats look like? The weapon ranks among the top assault rifles based on its bare stats, but loses some attractiveness due to a lower rate of fire and a longer Time-To-Kill (TTK).
| Weapon | Grau | RAM-7 | M4A1 |
| 4-Shot Range | 34 m | 26 m | 25 m |
| Rate of Fire (RPM) | 750 | 882 | 833 |
| TTK | 240 ms | 204 ms | 216 ms |
| Reload | 1.32 s | 1.62 s | 1.39 s |
| ADS Time | 234 ms | 234 ms | 250 ms |
The damage profile corresponds exactly to that of its direct competitors (28/23/18) and some other assault rifles. However, the Grau 5.56 can stand out due to its very high 4-shot range, which is already about 30% higher than that of the strong assault rifles RAM-7 and M4A1, even without attachments.
“Battle Pass” weapon is regarded as one of the strongest assault rifles
Which setup is supposed to be OP? This setup comes from the YouTuber “Swagg”. He is absolutely enthusiastic about the Grau 5.56 in an English video (via YouTube) and sees this configuration as “OP”, meaning “overpowered”.
Attachments of the Swagg OP build
- Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
- Barrel: FF 20.8″ Nexus
- Underbarrel: Commando Foregrip
- Ammunition: 50-Round Mag
- Grip: XRK Void II
What makes this setup special? The barrel and suppressor further increase the already high 4-shot range, allowing for kills at 50 meters with the minimal TTK of 240 ms. This makes the weapon particularly powerful in “Ground War” but also on larger maps.
Grau 5.56 as a Run&Gun weapon
How can I play the Grau 5.56 differently? The YouTuber and CoD analyst “TheXclusiveAce” also took a look at the weapon. Ace prefers more aggressive Run&Gun builds. His inclination towards high-tempo setups is reflected in his configuration.
Attachments of the TheXclusiveAce builds
- Barrel: XRK CZEN mk2
- Stock: No Stock
- Underbarrel: Commando Foregrip
- Ammunition: 50-Round Mag
- Grip: XRK Void II
Why should I go for this setup? The YouTuber balances the two strengths of the weapon with this setup. He compensates for the loss of movement speed due to the magazine and barrel with the grip and stock, and the Commando Foregrip makes this MP-like build a good companion at close to long ranges.
My recommendation for attachments for versatile use
Which setup do you recommend? Instead of going for a larger magazine, I prefer to take the “Tactical Laser” with assault rifles. This way, I can offset the loss of movement speed due to the barrel and suppressor. The laser is only visible when I aim down sights and brings the “aim time” to top values, but this is a matter of personal preference.
Attachments of my preferred build
- Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
- Barrel: XRK CZEN mk2
- Laser: Tactical Laser
- Underbarrel: Commando Foregrip
- Grip: XRK Void II
What advantages does your build offer? In my AR builds, I pay attention to getting the movement speed as high as possible while also supporting the strengths of the weapons. With the barrel and suppressor, the 4-shot range goes over 45 meters, while the laser and grip bring the weapon to aim quickly.
Warzone: Grau 5.56 Setup – M4A1 can’t compete
What makes the Grau so strong in Warzone? The weapon has the longest range of all CoD assault rifles and very manageable recoil. Additionally, the rate of fire is low, which makes it even better at hitting targets at long distances. A good Warzone setup should support these strengths without compromising too much mobility.
Attachments of the Warzone setup
- Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
- Barrel: Tempus 26.4″ Archangel
- Optic: Monocle Reflex Sight
- Ammunition: 50-Round Mag
- Grip: XRK Void II
What does this setup bring in Warzone? Here you get an extremely stable weapon with high range that still plays quickly. You can even counter snipers if you aim directly at the reflection of their large sights. At medium range, you can easily place bullets on a target and secure kills.
Not even the strong M4A1 can compete with this high precision and range.
For even higher range, use the “VLK 3.0x Sight”. This sight offers a good compromise between range and mobility. When you want to give the weapon back a bit more speed, swap the grip for the tactical laser. However, this can sometimes cause problems at shorter ranges, as the laser is clearly visible to enemies when aimed.
Pros and Cons of the Grau 5.56
Strong assault rifle with minor flaws
The Grau 5.56 can be classified as a top assault rifle and provide a lot of fun at longer ranges. The high range, combined with good handling due to low rate of fire and manageable recoil, makes the weapon a strong choice.
Alongside the RAM-7 and M4A1, the “Battle Pass” weapon ranks among the top weapons in the game, with a small deficit in Time-To-Kill. Those who can overlook this brief moment will get a nasty assault rifle with a lot of potential, especially on large maps and in “Ground War”.
If you want more builds and info about weapons, check out some builds from our collection here:
What do you think of the Grau 5.56? Can this assault rifle compete with the best weapons?
