Why Combat Math Matters in GTA Online
Los Santos is a highly competitive PvP sandbox. Understanding the exact time-to-kill (TTK) of your weapons against armored targets determines who wins freemode battles.
GTA Online Combat Damage & TTK Calculator
Updated for Patch Title Update 1.73 (Kortz Center Heist)(Jul 14, 2026)
Last Check: Today (Aug 30, 2026)
Analyze weapon damage, fire rates, body armor scaling, and BST multipliers in GTA Online.
0.190s
Time to Kill
389
DPS
37
Damage Per Shot
3
Shots to Kill
📊 TTK by Range
Close Range0.190s
Medium Range0.286s
Long Range0.286s
Assault Rifle Mk II
🧠 Combat Intelligence
Boasting 389 DPS, the Assault Rifle Mk II offers a competitive 0.48s close-quarters elimination time. It fires at 630 RPM, dealing 37 base damage per shot. Strong DPS for its class. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 0.86s.
✅ Strengths
- • Strong DPS for its class
⚠️ Weaknesses
Best For
Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
Avoid
Long-range engagements
Patch 1.72GTA Online
📺 Video Guide
How BST, armor types, and range decay affect combat math.
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How to Interpret TTK Results
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TTK (Time to Kill)
The milliseconds required to deplete target health and armor.
🧮How the Calculator Works — Real Examples
Step-by-step breakdowns using real in-game numbers so you can verify results yourself.
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Combat MG Mk II vs Super Heavy Armor (200 HP + 50 Armor)
Inputs
Weapon:Combat MG Mk IIBST Multiplier:Active (2.0x Damage)Target Armor:Super Heavy Armor (50 HP)
Calculation
1.Base Damage = 45 * 2.0 (BST) = 90 damage
2.Super Heavy Armor absorbs 90 * 0.5 = 45 damage
3.Remaining damage goes to Health = 45 damage
🎯Result
TTK: 0.13s · 3 shots to killCombat Buffs & Health scaling
Player health scales with rank up to level 100. Body armor adds another layer of protection that we model here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BST?+
Bullshark Testosterone (BST) doubles your damage output and reduces incoming damage by 50% for 1 minute.
Methodology & Data Integrity
All calculations are based on verified data extracted from GTA Online Patch Title Update 1.73 (Kortz Center Heist) game files. We cross-reference values with in-game testing to ensure 99.9% accuracy for competitive play.
📋 Calculation Assumptions
- Target health is modeled at max rank 100 (100 base + 100 rank health = 200 HP).
- Shots connect cleanly at close range without distance drop-off.
🧠 Game Mechanics Knowledge Base
BST Damage Multiplier
BST increases weapon base damage by 100% (2.0x) and reduces incoming player damage by 50% (0.5x).
📊 Dynamic Sandbox Database Matrix
| Weapon Name | Type | Base Damage | Fire Rate (RPM) | Max DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assault Rifle Mk II | Assault Rifle | 37 | 630 | 389 |
| Battle Axe | Melee | 30 | 60 | 30 |
| Battle Rifle | Assault Rifle | 32 | 600 | 320 |
| Bullpup Rifle Mk II | Assault Rifle | 37 | 630 | 389 |
| Carbine Rifle Mk II | Assault Rifle | 37 | 630 | 389 |
| Ceramic Pistol | Pistol | 26 | 350 | 152 |
🏆 Sandbox Meta Rankings & Analysis
Assault Rifle Mk II
Predicted DPS: 389
Battle Axe
Predicted DPS: 30
Battle Rifle
Predicted DPS: 320
Bullpup Rifle Mk II
Predicted DPS: 389
📢 Patch Balances & Changelog Logs
Current Balancing CyclePatch Title Update 1.73 (Kortz Center Heist)
Sandbox variables have been updated to match active variables for patch Title Update 1.73 (Kortz Center Heist). Balance revisions affecting range scaling limits are applied globally.
💡 Expert Sandbox Insights
"Keep BST active by ordering it through the CEO menu during active Freemode PvP engagements to secure an instant TTK advantage."
🗺️ Tactical Execution Strategy Hub
🟢 Beginner Blueprint
- Aim for headshots as the 2.5x headshot multiplier bypasses body armor protection.
🔴 Competitive & Pro Setup
- Use the Heavy Sniper Mk II with Explosive Rounds to instantly down jet pilots and disable armored vehicles.
📜 Calculator Release & Version History
v1.72
Jun 03, 2026Verified Combat MG Mk II and Railgun damage profiles.
⚡ GTA Online Combat Meta Context
Calibrated for Mk II weapons, specialized rounds, and BST multipliers.