Epic Launcher

Hullcracker

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

Patch BetaUpdated 8/21/2026ARC Raiders
Hullcracker
100
Base Damage
150
Bullet Velocity (m/s)
60
Rate of Fire (RPM)
x1
Headshot Multiplier

Tactical Performance Matrix

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

Aim-Down-Sights (ADS)300ms
Bullet Velocity150m/s
Sprint-to-Fire280ms
Limb Multiplierx1
Handling Mobility80%
Magazine Capacity5 RND
Recoil Control10%
Armor Impact Factor75%

Strategic Combat Analysis

An epic pump-action grenade launcher that boasts 100% damage, a 20.3% fire rate, and a 5-round magazine. Despite recent explosive damage nerfs preventing it from one-shotting Hornets, the Hullcracker remains the absolute premier endgame weapon for destroying the Queen and the Matriarch bosses. It weighs a hefty 7 KG, making it cumbersome to lug around.

🧠 Combat Intelligence

Boasting 100 DPS, the Hullcracker offers a competitive 1.00s close-quarters elimination time. It fires at 60 RPM, dealing 100 base damage per shot. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 3.00s.

✅ Strengths

    ⚠️ Weaknesses

    • • Below-average DPS output
    • • Slow TTK in close quarters
    • • Significant damage drop-off at range
    • • Low headshot bonus limits skill ceiling
    • • Small magazine limits sustained fire
    • • Low fire rate requires careful shot placement
    Best For
    Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
    Avoid
    Long-range engagements
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    ⚡ 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
    100
    Expected Damage
    Mid Range
    20 - 50m
    50
    Expected Damage
    Long Range
    50m+
    20
    Expected Damage

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the Hullcracker meta in ARC Raiders?

    The Hullcracker is a Epic tier Launcher. With a base damage of 100 and 60 RPM, its performance depends greatly on the armor tier of your enemy.

    What is the best range for the Hullcracker?

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

    How does the Hullcracker perform against Tier 3 armor?

    The Hullcracker's base damage of 100 will be reduced by up to 50% against Tier 3 Armor, requiring sustained fire or headshots to break durability effectively.