Epic Shotgun

Vulcano

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

Patch BetaUpdated 8/21/2026ARC Raiders
Vulcano
49.5
Base Damage
250
Bullet Velocity (m/s)
150
Rate of Fire (RPM)
x1.2
Headshot Multiplier

Tactical Performance Matrix

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

Aim-Down-Sights (ADS)250ms
Bullet Velocity250m/s
Sprint-to-Fire220ms
Limb Multiplierx0.9
Handling Mobility88%
Magazine Capacity6 RND
Recoil Control30%
Armor Impact Factor75%

Strategic Combat Analysis

An epic, semi-automatic shotgun featuring 49.5% damage, a 26.3% fire rate, and a 6-round magazine. The Vulcano boasts the highest theoretical close-range DPS in the game and is designed for pure 'stat-checking' opponents. You simply hold down the trigger and overwhelm the enemy before they can react. Like the Toro, it requires a Shotgun Choke III and an Extended Shotgun Mag to ensure you don't run out of shells mid-fight.

🧠 Combat Intelligence

In combat, the Vulcano boasts 124 DPS and achieves a 1.60s TTK. It fires at 150 RPM, dealing 49.5 base damage per shot. High mobility allowing fast rotations. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 5.90s.

✅ Strengths

  • 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
  • Small magazine limits sustained fire
  • Low fire rate requires careful shot placement
Best For
Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
Avoid
Long-range engagements
PRO

⚡ The Analytical Verdict

"📍 **Warning**: Damage drops by 100% at long range. NEVER take fights past 30m with this weapon; close the distance first."

📏 Range Effectiveness Breakdown

Close Quarters
0 - 20m
49
Expected Damage
Mid Range
20 - 50m
9
Expected Damage
Long Range
50m+
0
Expected Damage

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vulcano meta in ARC Raiders?

The Vulcano is a Epic tier Shotgun. With a base damage of 49.5 and 150 RPM, its performance depends greatly on the armor tier of your enemy.

What is the best range for the Vulcano?

Its optimal range is dictated by its Shotgun class. However, our matrix shows it retains 20% effectiveness at mid-range engagements with ARC machines or rival Raiders.

How does the Vulcano perform against Tier 3 armor?

The Vulcano's base damage of 49.5 will be reduced by up to 50% against Tier 3 Armor, requiring sustained fire or headshots to break durability effectively.