How to Farm and Kill Deathclaws in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies

Deathclaws have stormed into Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies thanks to the Fallout collaboration in Project RADS, quickly becoming one of the most dangerous enemy types this season. Fast, hyper-aggressive, and capable of obliterating armor and health in seconds, these creatures- especially IrradiatedDeathclaws- can end high-round runs instantly if you're unprepared.

Whether you're farming for XP, completing challenges, or gathering loot, knowing how to deal with Deathclaws efficiently is critical for surviving Ashes of the Damned, Astra Malorum, and other Project RADS maps. This guide explains spawn locations, recommended weapons, Ammo Mod setups, trap strategies, and Perks to take down these monstrous enemies safely.

Where Deathclaws Spawn in BO7 Zombies

Deathclaws are exclusive to Project RADS, the limited-time Zombies mode introduced during Season 1 Reloaded.

·Standard Deathclaws appear during the later rounds.

·Irradiated Deathclaws spawn as elite, high-damage threats tied to harder rounds and challenge objectives.

These enemies move at lightning speed, comparable to Shock Mimics, but deal devastating melee damage. Fully armored players can die in one or two hits from Irradiated Deathclaws.

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Deathclaw Ammo Mod Interactions

Unlike other elite enemies, Deathclaws have no elemental weakness in BO7 Zombies. They do not take bonus damage from specific Ammo Mods or Arsenal alignment. However, Ammo Mods remain useful for sustain and burst, especially in prolonged fights.

Recommended Ammo Mods

1. Light Mend + Big Game (Major Augment)

·Converts chunks of Deathclaw health into healing consumables.

·Allows survival without slowing movement due to high RAD levels.

2. Fire Works + Big Game & Big Bang.

·Provides reliable explosive damage to stagger Deathclaws.

·Effective in combination with high-level weapons for burst DPS.

While Ammo Mods won't instantly kill Deathclaws, combining them with strong weapons can make elite encounters significantly safer.

How to Kill Irradiated Deathclaws Quickly

Standard Deathclaws can be handled with powerful weapons, but Irradiated Deathclaws require strategic methods to avoid one-shot deaths. Here's the most effective approach per map.

Astra Malorum: Apogee Annihilator Trap Strategy

On Astra Malorum, the Apogee Annihilator Trap in Stargazer's Courtyard is your best friend:

·Activation cost: 1,600 Essence

·Explosive damage shreds elite health bars, often killing the Deathclaw in one shot.e

·Lure the enemy into the trap's kill zone and activate while maintaining distance.ce

This method is fast, safe, and ideal for farming XP or completing event challenges.

Ashes of the Damned: Ol' Tessie Method

For Ashes of the Damned, your best bet is Ol' Tessie, fully powered at Ashwood with:

·Abomination Carcass

·DG-2 Turret

How it works:

1. Fire the Abomination Beam at the Deathclaw

2. Let the DG-2 Turret shred passively

3. Ram the Deathclaw while protected inside the vehicle

This is one of the safest solo strategies against Irradiated Deathclaws.

Best Guns for Deathclaws

If you prefer guns over traps, weapon choice is critical. Deathclaws punish slow reloads and close-range setups.

Recommended Weapons

·Maddox RFB (Assault Rifle) - High fire rate, excellent sustained DPS, scales well with Pack-a-Punch

·Dravec 45 (SMG) - Exceptional mobility andseriousg mid-range damage, perfect for kiting

Both weapons perform well with Rarity Upgrades and Pack-a-Punch tiers, keeping you mobile while maintaining damage output.

Essential Perks for Deathclaw Fights

Surviving Deathclaws doesn't require a full perk setup, but these are non-negotiable:

·Stamin-Up - Critical for staying mobile and avoiding one-shot melee swipes

·Double Tap - Boosts DPS to shorten fights, reducing the risk of mistakes

Optional perks can enhance survivability, but mobility and damage are your top priorities.

Final Tips for High-Round Survival

·Always fight in open areas.

·Avoid being cornered during elite spaw.ns

·Save Essence for traps on Astra Malor. um

·Use Ammo Mods for sustain and burst, not elemental da. mage

·Prioritize mobility over raw damage

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Conclusion

Deathclaws in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies are intimidating but manageable with the right strategy. Whether using Apogee Annihilator traps, Ol' Tessie vehicle setups, or Pack-a-Punch weapons with Ammo Mods, you can farm XP, complete challenges, and survive past Round 50 with confidence.

By understanding spawn patterns, weapon synergies, Perks, and trap placement, Deathclaws transform from run-ending nightmares into reliable high-round opportunities. Master these strategies before Project RADS ends on January 30, and dominate Black Ops 7 Zombies like a pro.