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Frontier Mechanics Comparison
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At 25m using Regular ammunition, the Volcanic Pistol is mathematically superior, killing the target 1.00s faster.
| Weapon Property | Semi-Automatic Pistol | Volcanic Pistol |
|---|---|---|
| Base Damage | 33 | 60 |
| Rate of Fire (RPM) | 300 RPM | 100 RPM |
| Headshot Multiplier | 2x | 2x |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds | 6 rounds |
| Reload Speed | 2s | 2s |
| Weapon Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Rarity Tier | Common | Common |
| Range Falloff (Close) | 100% | 100% |
| Range Falloff (Medium) | 90% | 90% |
| Range Falloff (Long) | 75% | 75% |
"The Volcanic Pistol dominates the close-range meta with a 1.400s faster time-to-kill, making it the superior choice for aggressive players compared to the Semi-Automatic Pistol."
In ranked, close-range consistency is king. The faster TTK of the Volcanic Pistol makes it the meta choice.
Easier recoil control makes the Volcanic Pistol much more forgiving for new players.
The versatile range of the Volcanic Pistol 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 Semi-Automatic Pistol delivers a TTK of 3.20s, while the Volcanic Pistol clocks in at 1.80s.
The Volcanic Pistol's faster firing cycle allows it to shred armor 77.8% quicker than the Semi-Automatic Pistol.
In terms of Damage Per Second (DPS), the Semi-Automatic Pistol outputs 165 damage, compared to the Volcanic Pistol's 100.
Controlling your weapon is just as important as its raw damage. The Semi-Automatic Pistol features a challenging recoil pattern.
At medium range (20m+), damage drop-off begins to impact performance. The Semi-Automatic Pistol retains 90% of its damage, resulting in a mediocre TTK of 3.20s.
In competitive situations, handling speeds often dictate the winner of a surprise engagement. The Semi-Automatic Pistol features an ADS speed of 240ms, while the Volcanic Pistol transition takes 240ms.
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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.
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