The Warden .308 is a semi-auto marksman rifle that two-taps to the chest inside 42 meters. With a 125ms close-range TTK and 910 m/s bullet velocity, it rewards precise aim at mid-to-long range. Here are three builds to get the most out of it in Warzone.
ADS
365ms
RPM
480
Bullet Vel.
910 m/s
TTK (close)
125ms
Best Build
Warden .308 Core Stats
| Stat | Value | |---|---| | Fire Rate | 480 RPM | | ADS Speed | 365ms | | Bullet Velocity | 910 m/s | | Magazine Size | 8 rounds | | TTK (Close) | 125ms | | TTK (Long) | 250ms | | Tier | Good |
The headline number here is that 125ms TTK at close range — among the fastest in Warzone when you land upper-body shots. At 910 m/s bullet velocity, leading targets at range is minimal. The tradeoffs are a sluggish 365ms ADS time and a thin 8-round magazine that punishes missed shots and limits multi-kill potential without reloading.
Damage Profile Breakdown
| Range | Head | Chest | Stomach | Legs | |---|---|---|---|---| | 0–42m | 105 | 105 | 75 | 75 | | 42–57m | 100 | 100 | 72 | 72 | | 57m+ | 63 | 63 | 45 | 45 |
Inside 42 meters, the Warden .308 deals 105 to the head and chest, meaning two chest shots kill a 150 HP target (210 total damage). Between 42 and 57 meters, it still two-taps the upper body (200 damage). Beyond 57 meters, damage drops sharply to 63 per chest hit — you'll need three shots to down someone, which pushes the TTK to 250ms. This makes staying inside that 57-meter two-tap window critical.
Build 1: Best Overall Build
This is the all-rounder — built around recoil control and fire rate to maximize consistency at range.
| Slot | Attachment | |---|---| | Optic | Fang HoverPoint Elo | | Muzzle | LTI-LM Brake | | Barrel | 16.2" Artemis-01 Barrel | | Rear Grip | Partition Grip | | Fire Mods | Buffer Spring |
Share Code: M02-QMDD9-HQUQ3
The LTI-LM Brake and Partition Grip work together to tighten recoil between shots, making follow-up hits more reliable at distance. The Buffer Spring in the Fire Mods slot helps you reach that 480 RPM ceiling consistently. The Fang HoverPoint Elo keeps the sight picture clean without adding unnecessary zoom for mid-range engagements.
This build leans into the Warden's strengths — high bullet velocity and fast two-tap potential — while mitigating the kick between shots. It doesn't address the 365ms ADS or the 8-round magazine, so positioning and pre-aiming are still important.
Build 2: Rush Build
For players who want to use the Warden .308 more aggressively, this build trades some recoil control for mobility and stealth.
| Slot | Attachment | |---|---| | Optic | Greaves Accuspot 3x | | Muzzle | Monolithic Suppressor | | Barrel | 16.2" Artemis-01 Barrel | | Rear Grip | Partition Grip | | Stock | Propulsion Stock |
Share Code: M02-QMDDF-S6QU1
The Monolithic Suppressor keeps you off the minimap, which matters when you're pushing into contested areas. The Propulsion Stock improves movement speed and strafe, helping offset the Warden's naturally sluggish handling. The Greaves Accuspot 3x gives you enough magnification to pick targets at range without tunneling your field of view.
This build suits players who pair the Warden with an SMG and want to use it as a snappy mid-range option when rotating or holding angles during pushes. The 8-round magazine is the main limiting factor — pick your shots carefully.
Build 3: Support Build
Designed for holding long sightlines and supporting teammates from the back line.
| Slot | Attachment | |---|---| | Optic | Greaves Accuspot 3x | | Muzzle | LTI-LM Brake | | Barrel | 16.2" Artemis-01 Barrel | | Stock | Propulsion Stock | | Fire Mods | MFS Snap Trigger |
Share Code: M02-QMCXH-C9ZN1
The MFS Snap Trigger replaces the Buffer Spring from the Best Build, likely offering a different feel to the trigger response and semi-auto pacing. Combined with the LTI-LM Brake for recoil management and the Propulsion Stock for repositioning, this build balances sustained accuracy with enough mobility to rotate between angles.
This is the build to run if your squad already has entry fraggers and needs someone tagging and cracking plates from distance. The 910 m/s bullet velocity means your shots arrive almost instantly, making it effective for punishing players caught in the open.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths:
- 125ms TTK at close range (two-shot kill to upper body)
- 910 m/s bullet velocity — minimal lead required at range
- 480 RPM fire rate is high for a marksman rifle
Weaknesses:
- 365ms ADS speed makes snapping to targets slow
- 8-round default magazine limits sustained fights and multi-kills
- Damage drops significantly past 57 meters (63 chest), requiring three shots to kill
How It Compares
The DM-10 sits in the same "Good" tier and competes for the same role. If you're deciding between the two, check the full stats on our Warden .308 weapon page. You can also compare with AEK-973 to see how it stacks up against a more versatile alternative.
For a wider look at where marksman rifles sit in the current landscape, check the meta tier list or browse more loadout guides for other weapon classes.
Final Verdict
The Warden .308 earns its "Good" tier placement by offering one of the fastest two-tap TTKs among marksman rifles in Warzone. The 125ms close-range kill time and 910 m/s bullet velocity make it lethal in the hands of an accurate player. The small magazine and slow ADS keep it from climbing higher — you need to hit your shots, and you need to be pre-aimed. Run the Best Build for general use, the Rush Build if you're pairing it with an SMG, or the Support Build if you're anchoring for your team.
Live Warzone Meta
Top weapons — updated daily
