The XM325 is a high-mobility LMG with an exceptionally fast fire rate and strong handling, balanced by heavier recoil and reduced effective range. This guide covers what the XM325 is, how to unlock it, its full stats overview table, and the best tips to maximize its performance.
XM325: Overview
The XM325 is a fully automatic light machine gun built for aggressive, high-output suppression. Unlike traditional slow LMGs, the XM325 emphasizes speed, mobility, and rapid target transitions, making it ideal for players who want LMG-level mag size and sustained fire without being locked into heavy handling penalties.
It fires extremely quickly, can be controlled well with the right attachments, and offers some of the best movement while ADS in its weapon class—though its recoil and range limitations mean you must keep fights mid-close.
XM325 Specs
| Weapon Type | Light Machine Gun |
|---|---|
| Unlock Requirement | Player Level 31 |
| Mag Size | 60 |
| Mags Carried | 3 |
| Fire Type | Full-Auto |
| Strengths | Very fast fire rate, excellent mobility, quick handling |
| Weaknesses | High recoil, shorter effective range |
| Attachment Slots | Optic, Muzzle, Barrel, Underbarrel, Magazine, Rear Grip, Stock, Laser, Fire Mods |
| Prestige Attachment | MFS Motion Strike Laser |
Step-by-step guide to unlock XM325 in Black Ops 7
Step 1: Reach player level 31
The XM325 automatically unlocks once you hit Level 31. Simply play Multiplayer or Zombies to earn XP.
Step 2: Use XP boosts (optional but faster)
- Double XP tokens.
- Double Weapon XP event periods.
- Playing objective modes like Domination, Secure Point, and Snatch Ops.
Step 3: Complete daily/weekly challenges
These provide consistent XP gains, speeding you toward Level 31.
Step 4: Equip XP-bonus gear in zombies
If leveling via Zombies, certain consumables and field upgrades accelerate XP gain.
XM325 Tips
- Best used in mid-close range to take advantage of its extremely fast fire rate.
- Control recoil with compensators and underbarrel grips for consistent accuracy.
- Use its high mobility (for an LMG) to strafe and peek aggressively.
- Burst-tap when engaging long-range targets to maintain control.
- Avoid unnecessary reloads—60 rounds allow multiple eliminations per mag.
- Hipfire becomes extremely strong with the MFS Motion Strike Laser.
- Hold angles and suppress lanes to keep enemies pinned.
- Pair with a fast secondary or mobility perks to offset its LMG handling.
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