Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

COD4 P90

Submachine GunsUnlocked at Level 40Takes camo
Submachine GunsP90 — Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare weapon render

How do you unlock the P90?

The P90 unlocks at Level 40 in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. It combines a fast fire rate, low recoil and a 50-round magazine, making it the most forgiving SMG for extended close-range pressure. Its large capacity lets it challenge several enemies before reloading. Lower per-shot damage means accurate tracking remains important, especially beyond close range. Its camo track finishes at Red Tiger (150 headshots with this weapon).

UnlockLevel 40
Takes camoYes
Gold camoClass progress counts toward Gold on the Mini-Uzi

Reviewed July 26, 2026. Unlock and challenge requirements were checked against original COD4 multiplayer reference data; loadout and progression advice is editorial. Modern Warfare Remastered uses a different progression system.

How does the P90 play in COD4?

RoleHigh-capacity automatic SMG
StrengthsLargest magazine in the SMG class; Low recoil and fast fire make sustained tracking easy
TradeoffsLower per-shot damage than the MP5 or AK-74u up close; Damage drop-off limits its efficiency across long lanes
Useful setupRed Dot Sight unlocks at 25 kills and gives a clean aiming point for sustained tracking; Silencer unlocks at 75 kills for mobile stealth; ACOG Scope unlocks at 150 kills as a situational option
Camo tipUse the 50-round magazine to hold the sight at head level through multiple close fights, but do not mistake capacity for long-range power. Burst when targets move outside SMG distance.
Compared withIt is easier to sustain than the Mini-Uzi because of its larger magazine and lower recoil, while the Mini-Uzi applies faster close-range pressure.

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P90 — common questions

What level does the P90 unlock at in COD4?

The P90 unlocks at Level 40 in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare multiplayer. The level cap is 55, and prestige is console only (up to 10). PC has none.

How do you unlock camos on the P90?

Camo progress is per-weapon. Every camo-eligible weapon earns Digital (25 headshots), Blue Tiger (75 headshots), Red Tiger (150 headshots) in order — headshots are cumulative, so one grind clears the whole ladder. Shotguns use a reduced ladder: 25 / 50 / 100 headshots. On the P90 the final tier is Red Tiger — 150 headshots with this weapon.

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