Strategic Combat Analysis
Added in the Flashpoint update, the Canto is a rare SMG that fires medium ammo, giving it a unique niche. However, the blueprint can only be found inside First Wave Caches during the Hurricane map event. It boasts an insanely fast fire rate, capable of dropping a training dummy in just 99 frames (1.39 seconds). The Canto kicks incredibly hard and requires a Compensator III, a Horizontal Grip, and an Extended Medium Mag (as it only defaults to 18 rounds) to be viable in combat.
๐ง Combat Intelligence
Boasting 173 DPS, the Canto SMG offers a competitive 1.13s close-quarters elimination time. It fires at 800 RPM, dealing 13 base damage per shot. High rate of fire for aggressive play. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 3.77s.
โ Strengths
- โข High rate of fire for aggressive play
- โข High mobility allowing fast rotations
โ ๏ธ Weaknesses
- โข Below-average DPS output
- โข Slow TTK in close quarters
- โข Significant damage drop-off at range
- โข Low headshot bonus limits skill ceiling
- โข Small magazine limits sustained fire
Best For
Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
Avoid
Long-range engagements
PRO
โก The Analytical Verdict
"๐ **Warning**: Damage drops by 70% at long range. NEVER take fights past 30m with this weapon; close the distance first."