Common Assault Rifle
Patch 1.72Updated 10/14/2026GTA Online
Flare Gun
32
Damage
600
RPM
0%
Armor Pen
70
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Accuracy
50
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Movement
-
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Range
-
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Reload Level
2x
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HS Multi
30
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Magazine
2s
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Reload Time
-
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RoF Score
📏 Range Performance
| Range | Multiplier | Damage | % of Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Close (0-10m) | 1.00x | 32 | 100% |
| Medium (10-30m) | 0.90x | 29 | 90% |
| Long (30m+) | 0.75x | 24 | 75% |
🧠 Combat Intelligence
Analyzing the Flare Gun, we find a 320 DPS profile and a 0.60s time-to-kill at close range. It fires at 600 RPM, dealing 32 base damage per shot. Strong DPS for its class. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 1.00s.
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Pro Strategy
Use the cover effectively and play to the weapon's effective range of close distance.
✅ Strengths
- • Strong DPS for its class
⚠️ Weaknesses
Best For
Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
Avoid
Long-range engagements
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Last Updated: October 2026
Strategic Analysis: Flare Gun in GTA Online
In the current meta, the Flare Gun occupies a competitive position. Its moderate time-to-kill of 0.600s at close range makes it viable in most combat scenarios. The weapon requires 7 shots to eliminate a full-health target at close range, 7 at medium range, and 9 at long range.
With 600 rounds per minute and a 30-round magazine, the Flare Gun can secure kills within a single magazine. Its headshot multiplier of 2x allows skilled players to reduce TTK to 0.300s with consistent headshots.
Range performance sees damage drop to 90% at medium range and 75% at long range. Players should prefer close-to-medium range encounters.