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Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Breakdown for Every Weapon
The return of hitscan in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 makes precise headshots crucial. This guide details the headshot damage for every weapon, helping you choose the best tool for a Victory Royale. Damage varies by weapon type and rarity.
Assault Rifles
- Holo Twister Assault Rifle: This top-tier AR boasts low recoil and a scope, making it easy to land headshots.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 42 | 27 | 25 | 5.55 | 2.80s |
| Uncommon | 44 | 29 | 25 | 5.55 | 2.67s |
| Rare | 47 | 30 | 25 | 5.55 | 2.55s |
| Epic | 50 | 32 | 25 | 5.55 | 2.42s |
| Legendary | 51 | 33 | 25 | 5.55 | 2.29s |
| Mythic | 54 | 35 | 25 | 5.55 | 2.17s |
- Fury Assault Rifle: Ideal for close to medium range due to its high fire rate, but lower damage and recoil can be challenging.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 33 | 22 | 28 | 7.45 | 2.91s |
| Uncommon | 35 | 23 | 28 | 7.45 | 2.78s |
| Rare | 36 | 24 | 28 | 7.45 | 2.65s |
| Epic | 38 | 25 | 28 | 7.45 | 2.52s |
| Legendary | 39 | 26 | 28 | 7.45 | 2.38s |
| Mythic | 42 | 28 | 28 | 7.45 | 2.25s |
- Ranger Assault Rifle: Highest headshot damage among ARs, but its lack of scope and recoil make it less consistent.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 46 | 31 | 25 | 4 | 2.75s |
| Uncommon | 48 | 32 | 25 | 4 | 2.625s |
| Rare | 51 | 34 | 25 | 4 | 2.5s |
| Epic | 54 | 36 | 25 | 4 | 2.375s |
| Legendary | 56 | 37 | 25 | 4 | 2.25s |
| Mythic | 58 | 39 | 25 | 4 | 2.125s |
(Shotguns, SMGs, Pistols, Sniper Rifles continue in the same format below)
Shotguns
- Oni Shotgun: High damage, but limited ammo (2 shots).
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 105 | 77 | 2 | 1.25 | 2.42s |
| Uncommon | 110 | 82 | 2 | 1.25 | 2.31s |
| Rare | 110 | 86 | 2 | 1.25 | 2.2s |
| Epic | 115 | 91 | 2 | 1.25 | 2.09s |
| Legendary | 120 | 95 | 2 | 1.25 | 1.98s |
| Mythic | 135 | 110 | 2 | 1.25 | 1.87s |
- Twinfire Auto Shotgun: High ammo capacity and fire rate, comparable damage to Oni.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 100 | 65 | 14 | 1.9 | 5.2s |
| Uncommon | 105 | 72 | 14 | 1.9 | 5s |
| Rare | 110 | 76 | 14 | 1.9 | 4.8s |
| Epic | 115 | 79 | 14 | 1.9 | 4.5s |
| Legendary | 120 | 83 | 14 | 1.9 | 4.3s |
| Mythic | 125 | 86 | 14 | 1.9 | 4s |
- Sentinel Pump Shotgun: Highest damage output, but very slow fire rate.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 162 | 92 | 5 | 0.85 | 5.39s |
| Uncommon | 172 | 98 | 5 | 0.85 | 5.14s |
| Rare | 180 | 103 | 5 | 0.85 | 4.9s |
| Epic | 189 | 108 | 5 | 0.85 | 4.66s |
| Legendary | 195 | 114 | 5 | 0.85 | 4.41s |
| Mythic | 200 | 119 | 5 | 0.85 | 4.16s |
SMGs
- Surgefire SMG: Fire rate increases with sustained trigger pull, but high recoil makes headshots difficult.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 17 | 11 | 40 | 7.25 | 3.63s |
| Uncommon | 18 | 12 | 40 | 7.25 | 3.46s |
| Rare | 20 | 13 | 40 | 7.25 | 3.3s |
| Epic | 21 | 14 | 40 | 7.25 | 3.13s |
| Legendary | 23 | 15 | 40 | 7.25 | 2.97s |
| Mythic | 24 | 16 | 40 | 7.25 | 2.81s |
- Veiled Precision SMG: Top SMG choice with scope, high damage, and manageable recoil.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 26 | 15 | 21 | 10.3 | 2.37s |
| Uncommon | 28 | 16 | 21 | 10.3 | 2.26s |
| Rare | 30 | 17 | 21 | 10.3 | 2.15s |
| Epic | 32 | 18 | 21 | 10.3 | 2.04s |
| Legendary | 33 | 19 | 21 | 10.3 | 1.93s |
| Mythic | 35 | 20 | 21 | 10.3 | 1.83s |
Pistols
- Suppressed Pistol: Decent starting weapon, but damage falls off at range.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common | 46 | 23 | 12 | 6.75 | 1.54s |
| Uncommon | 50 | 25 | 12 | 6.75 | 1.47s |
| Rare | 52 | 26 | 12 | 6.75 | 1.4s |
| Epic | 54 | 27 | 12 | 6.75 | 1.33s |
| Legendary | 58 | 29 | 12 | 6.75 | 1.26s |
- Lock On Pistol: Unique lock-on mechanic, but inconsistent headshot accuracy.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rare | 31 | 25 | 12 | 15 | 1.76s |
Sniper Rifles
- Hunting Rifle: High headshot damage; potential one-shot kill.
| Rarity | Headshot Damage | Bodyshot Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rare | 227 | 91 | 1 | 0.8 | 1.8s |
| Epic | 240 | 96 | 1 | 0.8 | 1.71s |
| Legendary | 250 | 100 | 1 | 0.8 | 1.62s |
Headshot Multipliers
| Weapon | Headshot Multiplier |
|---|---|
| Holo Twister Assault Rifle | 1.5x |
| Fury Assault Rifle | 1.5x |
| Ranger Assault Rifle | 1.5x |
| Oni Shotgun | 1.6x |
| Twinfire Auto Shotgun | 1.55x |
| Sentinel Pump Shotgun | 1.75x |
| Surgefire SMG | 1.5x |
| Veiled Precision SMG | 1.75x |
| Suppressed Pistol | 2x |
| Lock On Pistol | 1.25x |
| Hunting Rifle | 2.5x |
This information should significantly improve your aiming and weapon selection in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1. Remember to practice your aim!
