Official Modern Warfare 4 render of a rifle fitted with its Apex Attachment and the slots it blocks
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Apex Attachments

All 28 Apex Attachments in the launch arsenal, what each one changes, and which standard attachment slots it blocks.

APEX ATTACHMENTS28
UNLOCKED BYMaxing the weapon
TAKES A SLOTNo
HOW TO READ THIS

Apex Attachments are earned by levelling one weapon all the way to maximum. They are equipped separately from standard attachments and do not consume an attachment slot, but they do block certain standard slots on that weapon, which is listed in the last column.

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What they are for

Activision describes Apex Attachments as changing how a weapon performs rather than nudging its numbers: some turn a familiar platform into a different combat role, others add alternate fire modes or integrated equipment that standard Gunsmith customization cannot reach. Because a weapon needs a set number of levels to earn its Apex, the fastest Apex to reach is on the weapon with the fewest levels.

Han 86 assault rifle and Skybreaker Apex attachment comparison, featuring a targeting optic and airburst grenade launcher.
Han 86

Han X20 Skybreaker

This advanced weapon system comes equipped with a specialized targeting optic and airburst launcher. The Han X20 Skybreaker dials into a precise area within range and fires a 20mm airburst shell, which detonates in the air on target with devastating results. Highly effective at flushing cover. Direct impacts will result in a dud. Blocks Optic, Stock, and Barrel Attachments.

BLOCKS Optic, Stock, and Barrel Attachments

M4 assault rifle and Hurricane Apex attachment comparison, featuring a high-capacity, top-loading weapon conversion.
M4

M4 Hurricane

A top-loading, high-capacity M4 variant chambered in 5.7x28mm. Taking inspiration from other bullpup designs, this agile rifle is light, maneuverable, and boasts a higher rate of fire. Blocks Barrel and Magazine Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel and Magazine Attachments

Hyeon Burst assault rifle and Hyperburst Apex attachment comparison, featuring a rapid three-round burst followed by automatic fire.
Hyeon Burst

Hyeon Hyperburst

The Hyeon Hyperburst features an overlocked receiver that delivers a blinding-fast, three-round burst followed by slow, controlled, fully automatic fire. Deliver a burst of precision followed by sustained fire to finish off anything still standing.

BLOCKS NO STANDARD SLOT

Patriot XMR assault rifle and Volt Apex attachment comparison, featuring an underbarrel electrical stun launcher.
Patriot XMR

Patriot XMR Volt

Stun targets and clear tight quarters with shocking efficiency with the Patriot XMR Volt. This underbarrel launcher fires a wide dispersal of several 50,000V darts. Non-lethal, but powerful enough to override fine motor control and prime targets for elimination. Blocks Barrel Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel Attachments

Kastov 762 assault rifle and Arc Apex attachment comparison, featuring a radio-frequency pulse that disrupts enemies and electronics.
Kastov 762

Kastov ARC

An experimental disruption barrel with an integrated optic. Emits a concentrated high-intensity RF pulse capable of incapacitating infantry, crippling electronics, and destabilizing vehicles caught in its crosshairs.Blocks Barrel Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel Attachments

Oden assault rifle and Sentinel Apex attachment comparison, featuring a suppressor, bipod, and sniper scope.
Oden

Oden Sentinel

Turn devasting firepower into surgical precision. This conversion transforms the weapon into a semi-automatic sniper rifle, complete with a bipod, custom suppressor, and sniper scope to dominate distant targets with every shot. Blocks Barrel and Muzzle Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel and Muzzle Attachments

Axion assault rifle and Clearcut Apex attachment comparison, featuring a chainsaw-style rear grip for mobile combat.
Axion

Axion Clearcut

Built for fast-paced assaults, this conversion replaces the stock and pistol grip with a specialized chainsaw rear grip configuration. A handlebar foregrip, hip laser, and canted aiming system improve responsiveness for highly mobile, hipfire-focused gameplay. Blocks Optic, Laser, Underbarrel, Stock, and Rear Grip Attachments.

BLOCKS Optic, Laser, Underbarrel, Stock, and Rear Grip Attachments

Activision published no render for this weapon.

Cronen Squall

Cronen Maelstrom

Fire a precision-guided missile and direct its flight path while aiming down sights using an infrared targeting laser. The projectile can be fired without guidance, though effectiveness drops sharply at extended ranges. Blocks Laser and Underbarrel Attachments.

BLOCKS Laser and Underbarrel Attachments

ISO Nightshade submachine gun and Trace Apex attachment comparison, featuring ammunition that tracks enemy movement.
ISO Nightshade

ISO Trace

Specialized RFD ammunition tags targets on impact, feeding real-time tracking data to the optic’s integrated display, which shows a red dot of the target’s movement and direction. Blocks Optic and Ammunition Attachments.

BLOCKS Optic and Ammunition Attachments

VEL 46 submachine gun and Snap Apex attachment comparison, featuring a tactical sling for faster weapon switching.
VEL 46

VEL 46 Snap

Built for lightning-fast weapon transitions, this tactical sling sacrifices the ability to equip stocks for unmatched reaction speed in close-quarters fights. Allows Quick Draw when used with Overkill. Blocks Stock Attachment.

BLOCKS Stock Attachment

WZ.55 Striga submachine gun and Rampage Apex attachment comparison, featuring a dual-wield conversion.
Wz.55 Striga

WZ.55 Striga Rampage

A paired-frame conversion that outfits the Wz.55 Striga for akimbo use, doubling its close-quarters output while keeping the platform’s natural agility. Control takes discipline, but its speed and volume are unmatched. Blocks Optic, Stock, and Underbarrel Attachments.

BLOCKS Optic, Stock, and Underbarrel Attachments

PPSh-41 submachine gun and Ember Apex attachment comparison, featuring an underbarrel incendiary projectile launcher.
PPSh-41

PPSh-41 Ember

A unique underbarrel that launches a rapid burst of advanced pyrotechnic projectiles, laying down intense incendiary coverage that remains burning for a short time, offering area control. Blocks Barrel, Underbarrel, and Magazine Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel, Underbarrel, and Magazine Attachments

X-58 Nyx submachine gun and Void Apex attachment comparison, highlighting suppressed fire and improved stealth capabilities.
X-58 Nyx

X-58 Void

The pinnacle of stealth warfare, this subsonic modification produces an exceptionally quiet report, hides skills on enemy deaths, and minimizes direction hit indicators to keep your attacks concealed. Blocks Barrel and Ammunition Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel and Ammunition Attachments

Rezi 12 shotgun and Enforcer Apex attachment comparison, featuring pump-action cycling and explosive shotgun slugs.
Rezi 12

Rezi 12 Enforcer

Enables pump-action cycling and is outfitted with a side-saddle for hot-loaded explosive slugs. The added capability extends the platform’s engagement envelope well beyond tradition 12-gauge roles.

BLOCKS NO STANDARD SLOT

Warlord shotgun and Lumen Apex attachment comparison, featuring a blinding strobe that activates while aiming.
Warlord

Warlord Lumen

A blinding strobe pattern that triggers immediately upon aiming down sights and impairs hostile vision. The strobe must recharge between uses. Blocks Optic and Laser Attachments.

BLOCKS Optic and Laser Attachments

FiNN light machine gun and Adverse Apex attachment comparison, featuring increased sustained fire with overheating limitations.
FiNN LMG

FiNN Adverse

A Tempest Armament weapon modification that unthrottles the rate of fire beyond the weapon's operational abilities. Sustained fire can overheat the weapon requiring the weapon to cool down before returning to full auto fire.

BLOCKS NO STANDARD SLOT

Type 73 light machine gun and Assault Apex attachment comparison, featuring a top-mounted magazine with explosive ammunition.
Type 73

Type 73 Assault

A specialized weapon kit that adapts the Type 73 receiver to accept a top-mounted magazine loaded with Explosive Rounds. Limited ammo capacity is offset by the sheer, overwhelming stopping power. Blocks Magazine and Ammunition Attachments.

BLOCKS Magazine and Ammunition Attachments

APOC-338 light machine gun and Praetor Apex attachment comparison, featuring a ten-round belt and semi-automatic conversion.
APOC-338

APOC-338 Praetor

A high-grain ten-round belt replaces the box feed and locks the APOC-338 to semi-auto, trading sustained volume for a lighter profile and heavier impact on every round. Blocks Magazine Attachment.

BLOCKS Magazine Attachment

MAR-9 marksman rifle and Auto Apex attachment comparison, showing increased fire rate through fully automatic conversion.
MAR-9

MAR-9 Auto

Introducing the fully automatic MAR-9 Auto from Bruen. Boasting a high fire rate, this powerhouse provides a significant increase in stopping power over its semi-automatic counterpart. Blocks Trigger Action Attachment.

BLOCKS Trigger Action Attachment

Oris 8.6 marksman rifle and Razor Apex attachment comparison, featuring a receiver-mounted throwing knife module.
Oris 8.6

Oris 8.6 Razor

A compact blade module mounted to the receiver, housing up to three quick access throwing knives for close-range, low-signature engagements. Designed as a reliable fall back when stealth or conservation of fire matters most. Blocks Underbarrel Attachments.

BLOCKS Underbarrel Attachments

Mosin-Nagant marksman rifle and Harpoon Apex attachment comparison, featuring a spring-loaded ballistic bayonet.
Mosin-Nagant

Mosin Harpoon

For a bladed advantage, outfit the Mosin-Nagant with an advanced ballistic bayonet. In addition to improving melee lunge range, the spring-loaded bayonet can be launched at enemies and retrieved for repeat use. Blocks Barrel and Muzzle Attachments.

BLOCKS Barrel and Muzzle Attachments

KG-7 Vulcan sniper rifle and Drillcharge Apex attachment comparison, featuring explosive rounds that penetrate surfaces.
KG-7 Vulcan

KG-7 Drillcharge

Allows for KG-9 Drillcharge rounds to be side-mounted to the rifle. Each projectile drills into a surface before quickly detonating. Ideal for flushing out entrenched combatants.

BLOCKS NO STANDARD SLOT

Astaroth .57 sniper rifle and Infiltrator Apex attachment comparison, featuring enemy detection through cover using radio waves.
Astaroth .57

Astaroth .57 Infiltrator

The Infiltrator combines sonar and radio wave pulses to detect enemies through cover and behind walls. The RF signal’s penetration is limited but offsets valuable recon in the right situation. Magazine capacity reduced to 1. Blocks Optic Attachments.

BLOCKS Optic Attachments

Signal 50 sniper rifle and Inferno Apex attachment comparison, highlighting incendiary ammunition and increased vehicle damage.
Signal 50

Signal Inferno

Give “weapons hot” a new meaning. This aftermarket modification from XRK loads the Signal 50 with .50 Cal Incendiary Rounds, providing a significant increase to vehicle and Killstreak damage. Blocks Ammunition Attachments.

BLOCKS Ammunition Attachments

SANG 9mm pistol and Breach Apex attachment comparison, featuring an underbarrel shotgun for close-range combat.
SANG 9mm

SANG Breach

An underbarrel shotgun attachment that loads one 12-gauge shell. Canted weapon stance braces against the 12-gauge recoil. Keep this handy for close encounters. Blocks Laser Attachments.

BLOCKS Laser Attachments

Krait P68 pistol and Commando Apex attachment comparison, featuring an integrated tactical knife and weapon statistics.
Krait P68

Krait P68 Commando

Held in an icepick grip, this CQB tactical knife is ready for action at a moment's notice. Improves melee damage and melee lunge range. Off-hand stabilizes the weapon for better recoil control.

BLOCKS NO STANDARD SLOT

.50 GS pistol and Magna Apex attachment comparison, showing increased fire rate from fully automatic fire.
.50 GS

GS Magna

Packaging devastating firepower and a thunderous rate of fire, this fully automatic .50 GS turns every trigger pull into a show of force. Warning: Not intended for accuracy. Blocks Trigger Action Attachments.

BLOCKS Trigger Action Attachments

Mojave .357 revolver and Lawless Apex attachment comparison, showing increased fire rate and weapon statistics.
Mojave .357

Mojave Lawless

Fan the hammer to fire in quick succession from the hip, laying down rapid shots that favor speed over precision. Blocks Trigger Action Attachments.

BLOCKS Trigger Action Attachments

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Where this comes from

Reviewed October 22, 2026. Quoted text is from Activision’s own published material. Advice that is this site’s own judgement is labelled as such.

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