Call of Duty: Black Ops II

Black Ops 2 SMR

Assault RiflesUnlocked at Level 46Takes camo
Assault RiflesSMR — Call of Duty: Black Ops II weapon render

How do you unlock the SMR?

The SMR unlocks at Level 46 in Call of Duty: Black Ops II. It is a semi-automatic assault rifle for players who prefer slower, purposeful shots and longer sightlines. It is most effective when positioning creates time for each trigger pull. Reaching a weapon's level makes it available, but purchasing it in Create-a-Class costs one Unlock Token. A token is earned at each level-up. Its camo track finishes at Skulls (10 Bloodthirsty medals with the weapon). Complete every camo challenge on it and Gold unlocks. Earn Gold on the whole class for Diamond.

UnlockLevel 46 · 1 Unlock Token
Takes camoYes
Gold camoComplete every camo challenge on this weapon
Diamond camoEarn Gold on every weapon in the class

Reviewed July 27, 2026. Game identity, Pick 10, weapon leveling and the Peacekeeper's post-launch status were checked against Activision material. Current PlayStation availability and the 25-pack bundle were checked against PlayStation Store listings. Class and weapon-specific camouflage requirements were cross-checked against recorded in-game challenge wording. Base multiplayer capacities and weapon identifications were checked against a dedicated BO2 stat reference and IMFDB, with fictional or uncertain designs labeled as such. Crossbow mechanics and legacy camo access were separately checked against historical references and the current Steam Digital Deluxe listing. Setup advice and weapon comparisons are editorial and avoid unsupported damage or time-to-kill claims.

Sources: Activision — Call of Duty 20th anniversary franchise recap · PlayStation Store — Call of Duty: Black Ops II · PlayStation Store — Ultimate Customization Bundle · Activision — archived Black Ops II Personalization Pack release notice · Steam — Call of Duty: Black Ops II · GameFAQs — launch-era Black Ops II multiplayer camo matrix · Call of Duty Wiki — Black Ops II weapon camouflage catalog · Steam — Black Ops II Digital Deluxe content announcement · Black Ops II multiplayer weapon stats reference · IMFDB — Black Ops II weapon identification reference · Call of Duty Wiki — Crossbow mechanics

How does the SMR play in Black Ops 2?

RoleHeavy semi-automatic marksman-style rifle
Real-world basisFictional military variant of the non-functional Saritch design concept
StrengthsDeliberate single shots reward accurate upper-body placement; The rifle's pacing fits long lanes and controlled objective defense
TradeoffsMissed shots are costly during a close rush; Rapid trigger work can disturb the accuracy that makes the weapon useful
Attachments and setup notesA clear optic and Stock support a patient lane class; Select Fire can provide an automatic option, but it changes the weapon's control demands and consumes Pick 10 space
Challenge noteFinish 100 headshots, then 10 Longshot medals, 150 kills with no attachments, 150 kills with no perks, 20 Double Kill medals and 10 Bloodthirsty medals. Completing all 14 challenges earns Gold on this rifle.
Progression tipDo not rush the headshots: use predictable cover and let the semi-auto rhythm produce clean attempts before pursuing Longshots.
Camo tipFire only after the sight settles; two composed shots are more useful than several hurried corrections.
Compared withThe FAL OSW is the more flexible semi-auto; the SMR is the heavier, later unlock for committed lane play.

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SMR — common questions

What level does the SMR unlock at in Black Ops 2?

The SMR unlocks at Level 46 in Call of Duty: Black Ops II multiplayer. Reaching a weapon's level makes it available, but purchasing it in Create-a-Class costs one Unlock Token. A token is earned at each level-up. The level cap is 55, and prestige is up to 10, followed by Prestige Master at Level 55.

How do you unlock camos on the SMR?

Camo progress is per-weapon. Black Ops II camo progress is tracked separately on every weapon. The first nine finishes run from DEVGRU through Kryptek: Typhon, followed by Carbon Fiber, Cherry Blossom, Art of War, Ronin and Skulls before per-weapon Gold and class-based Diamond. Assault rifles, SMGs, LMGs and pistols begin with headshots. Snipers use One Shot, One Kill medals; shotguns use one-hit kills; launchers and Specials have weapon-specific ladders. Every camo page lists the exceptions. On the SMR the final tier is Skulls — 10 Bloodthirsty medals with the weapon. After that, Gold needs every camo challenge on the weapon done, and Diamond needs Gold on the full class.

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