Epic SMG

Bobcat

Professional combat analytics and loadout optimization for the Bobcat in ARC Raiders.

Patch BetaUpdated 8/21/2026ARC Raiders
Bobcat
7
Base Damage
350
Bullet Velocity (m/s)
850
Rate of Fire (RPM)
x1.3
Headshot Multiplier

Tactical Performance Matrix

Quantified combat effectiveness across 8 core performance pillars for extraction survivability.

Aim-Down-Sights (ADS)180ms
Bullet Velocity350m/s
Sprint-to-Fire150ms
Limb Multiplierx0.9
Handling Mobility95%
Magazine Capacity30 RND
Recoil Control20%
Armor Impact Factor75%

Strategic Combat Analysis

This epic-tier SMG is a hyper-lethal shredder that fires at an astonishing 66.7% fire rate with 7% damage and a 30-round magazine. It is the ultimate close-quarters PvP weapon, melting players faster than almost anything else in its class. However, its crosshair bloom and recoil are incredibly violent. To tame it, you must heavily mod the weapon with a Compensator III and a Padded or Stable Stock, which transforms it into a highly accurate laser beam.

🧠 Combat Intelligence

The Bobcat delivers 99 DPS with a 1.98s close-range TTK. It fires at 850 RPM, dealing 7 base damage per shot. High rate of fire for aggressive play. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 5.42s.

✅ Strengths

  • High rate of fire for aggressive play
  • High mobility allowing fast rotations

⚠️ Weaknesses

  • Below-average DPS output
  • Slow TTK in close quarters
  • Significant damage drop-off at range
  • Low headshot bonus limits skill ceiling
Best For
Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
Avoid
Long-range engagements
PRO

⚡ The Analytical Verdict

"📍 **Warning**: Damage drops by 80% at long range. NEVER take fights past 30m with this weapon; close the distance first."

📏 Range Effectiveness Breakdown

Close Quarters
0 - 20m
7
Expected Damage
Mid Range
20 - 50m
3
Expected Damage
Long Range
50m+
1
Expected Damage

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bobcat meta in ARC Raiders?

The Bobcat is a Epic tier SMG. With a base damage of 7 and 850 RPM, its performance depends greatly on the armor tier of your enemy.

What is the best range for the Bobcat?

Its optimal range is dictated by its SMG class. However, our matrix shows it retains 50% effectiveness at mid-range engagements with ARC machines or rival Raiders.

How does the Bobcat perform against Tier 3 armor?

The Bobcat's base damage of 7 will be reduced by up to 50% against Tier 3 Armor, requiring sustained fire or headshots to break durability effectively.