The in-game description even flat-out states that this weapon is “built around an assault rifle receiver.”

Why use the Riveter in MW3?

Stock: DAV15 Light Tactical Stock

We like a good stock to lighten the load.

A close-up of the Riveter Shotgun in Modern Warfare 3.

Best Riveter class setup: Secondary weapon

Renetti.

TheRenettimakes for a great secondary pistol thanks to its burst capabilities and excellent performance at mid-to-long range encounters.

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Finally, theMunitions Boxwill complement our ammo-rich loadout to ensure that we aren’t left with an empty shotgun.

Best Riveter alternatives in Modern Warfare 3

Lockwood 300 or MCW.

That concludes our look at the Riveter.

For an in-depth ranking of Modern Warfare 3’s shotguns, see our guide to thebest shotguns in MW3.