Optimize your gameplay with the official Red Dead Redemption 2 Weapon Database. Verified data and interactive calculations.
Frontier Mechanics Comparison
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Under these conditions, both weapons tie with an identical time-to-kill of 0.50s.
| Weapon Property | Broken Pirate Sword | Cleaver |
|---|---|---|
| Base Damage | 85 | 65 |
| Rate of Fire (RPM) | 80 RPM | 100 RPM |
| Headshot Multiplier | 2x | 2x |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds | 6 rounds |
| Reload Speed | 2s | 2s |
| Weapon Type | Melee | Melee |
| Rarity Tier | Common | Common |
| Range Falloff (Close) | 100% | 100% |
| Range Falloff (Medium) | 90% | 90% |
| Range Falloff (Long) | 75% | 75% |
"Analyzing the combat data, the Broken Pirate Sword emerges as the clear victor at close range, shredding targets 0.300s faster than the Cleaver."
In ranked, close-range consistency is king. The faster TTK of the Broken Pirate Sword makes it the meta choice.
Easier recoil control makes the Cleaver much more forgiving for new players.
The versatile range of the Broken Pirate Sword pairs perfectly with a Sniper Rifle.
When analyzing raw combat efficiency, Time-to-Kill (TTK) is the most critical metric. In the 0-10m range, the Broken Pirate Sword delivers a TTK of 1.50s, while the Cleaver clocks in at 1.80s.
This gives the Broken Pirate Sword a clear mathematical advantage in face-to-face duels. A difference of 0.300s might seem small, but in Red Dead Redemption 2's fast-paced server tick rate, it often determines who survives a trade.
In terms of Damage Per Second (DPS), the Broken Pirate Sword outputs 113 damage, compared to the Cleaver's 108.
Controlling your weapon is just as important as its raw damage. The Broken Pirate Sword features a challenging recoil pattern.
At medium range (20m+), damage drop-off begins to impact performance. The Broken Pirate Sword retains 90% of its damage, resulting in a mediocre TTK of 1.50s.
In competitive situations, handling speeds often dictate the winner of a surprise engagement. The Broken Pirate Sword features an ADS speed of 240ms, while the Cleaver transition takes 240ms.
Welcome to the definitive Weapon Database for Red Dead Redemption 2. This tool is designed to analyze key gameplay variables, stats, and formulas to help you optimize your loadouts, strategy, and performance.
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The calculator will process the game equations and return the resulting telemetry, TTK, or profit margin.
Understanding the math behind Red Dead Redemption 2 mechanics gives you a massive advantage. Use our interactive inputs to simulate different combat or progression scenarios and find the absolute best setup for the current meta.
All calculations are based on verified data extracted from Red Dead Redemption 2 Patch 1.32 game files. We cross-reference values with in-game testing to ensure 99.9% accuracy for competitive play.
| Weapon Name | Type | Base Damage | Fire Rate (RPM) | Max DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algernon's Revolver | Revolver | 40 | 210 | 140 |
| Bolt Action Rifle | Rifle | 72 | 50 | 60 |
| Bow | Bow | 75 | 30 | 38 |
| Broken Pirate Sword | Melee | 85 | 80 | 113 |
| Calloway's Revolver | Revolver | 55 | 150 | 138 |
| Carbine Repeater | Repeater | 60 | 110 | 110 |
Sandbox variables have been updated to match active variables for patch 1.32. Balance revisions affecting range scaling limits are applied globally.
This tool is calibrated and kept up-to-date with the latest patch and balance updates for Red Dead Redemption 2.
Cross-referenced with in-game testing to ensure maximum mathematical accuracy.