[Top 10] The Division 2 Best Early Weapons and How To Get Them

Division 2 early weapons
Updated:
11 Sep 2020

With The Division 2 taking off in a unique direction at the endgame, it's pretty hard to define what it means to say that you're early on in the game.

After all, some say the game doesn't truly start until you're dealing with the Black Tusks. 

The Division 2 is a loot-based game and requires players to put the time into finding the best weapons and gear, but are there weapons that those who still at pre-endgame can keep an eye out for? 

While weapons don't truly become of worth until after the endgame, and well into the Warlords of New York expansion, there are still some that can be noted as worthy while new players focus on leveling up. 

Here are some of the best weapons for new players, pre-endgame.

 

1. Classic M1A

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The Classic M1A is an amazing weapon that is an easy one to farm and valuable to keep around for a while if you're just starting off. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 300
  • MAG: 10
  • RANGE: 60m

What Makes This Weapon  Great:

  • Stability
  • High damage 
  • Range

How to Get Weapon:

  • One can find the SOCOM variant on True Sons drops. 

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2. Carbine 7

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A favorite AR, and one that has an extra step to obtaining it.

The Carbine 7, with its sleek look, is a powerful AR that is definitely one that early players should keep with them. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 790
  • MAG: 30
  • RANGE: 40m

What Makes This Weapon Great:

  • Powerful 
  • High stability
  • Hugh mobility 

How to Get Weapon:

  • It is a reward that players can get after completing Manning National Zoo during the main story. 

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3. Model 700

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Model 700 has many variants, with some operating better than others but is a great marksman rifle to work with. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 54
  • MAG: 7
  • RANGE: 42m

What Makes This Weapon Great:

  • With the M700 Carbon variant, all weapon modifications are available. 
  • High mobility 
  • The tactical variant has a high reload speed. 

How to Get Weapon:

  • May possibly drop with True Sons kills. 
  • Carbon variant can be found when dropped by Rikers. 

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4. Classic M44 Carbine

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Classic M44 is always a very powerful find when dropped. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 55
  • MAG: 5
  • RANGE: 60m

What Makes This Weapon  Great:

  • High damage
  • Incredible range
  • Various modifications 

How to Get Weapon:

  • Farming and enemy drops may allow you to have this weapon. 

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5. Mk16

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The Mk16 is a great AR, fast and powerful. 

This is a great weapon to have if you're in the game, pre-endgame. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 625
  • MAG: 30
  • RANGE: 40m

What Makes This Weapon  Great:

  • High fire rate
  • Hard-hitting AR
  • More powerful variants

How to Get Weapon:

  • Finding the weapon during your venture through D.C. 

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6. M60

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One may think a light machine gun isn't the best weapon to have, starting out. 

Many times they're inaccurate and unstable, but the M60 is a great light machine gun and has been praised since the game came out. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 500
  • MAG: 100
  • RANGE: 40m

What Makes This Weapon Great:

  • Powerfully fast
  • Favored light machine gun
  • Has an exotic variant 
  • High magazine

How to Get Weapon:

  • Take the time to search for this weapon, or purchase from vendors. 

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7. M249

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An incredible light machine gun that is perfect for either primary or secondary use. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 550
  • MAG: 100
  • RANGE: 35m

What Makes This Weapon Great:

  • High rate of fire
  • Large magazine 
  • Slightly more stable than most LMGs

How to Get Weapon:

  • You can get this weapon the same way that you can acquire all the others. 

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8. Vector

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An extremely fast SMG, with a small magazine. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 1200
  • MAG: 19
  • RANGE: 30m

What Makes This Weapon Great:

  • High rate of fire
  • Reload speed

How to Get Weapon:

DIVISION 2 | How To Get Vector SBR 9mm (High End)

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9. SVD Sniper Rifle

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A high RPM sniper rifle. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 260
  • MAG: 10
  • RANGE: 34m

What Makes This Weapon Great:

  • Controlled accuracy 
  • High RPM 

How to Get Weapon:

The Division 2 - How to Get The Commando SVD

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10. ACR

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The ACR is regarded as a favorite by many in the community who like to have AR based builds. 

Weapon Stats:

  • RPM: 760
  • MAG: 30
  • RANGE: 27m

What Makes This Weapon  Great:

  • Medium range
  • Balance stats
  • Accuracy 
  • Reload speed

How to Get Weapon:

  • You can find this weapon by farming around or purchasing it from a vendor. 

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