Advanced Rifle vs Special Carbine
Updated for Patch 1.68

Advanced Rifle
Assault RifleVS

Special Carbine
Assault RifleWinner
๐ Advanced Rifle
| Advanced Rifle | Stat | Special Carbine |
|---|---|---|
| โ 34 | Base Damage | 32 |
| โ 700 | RPM | 650 |
| โ 397 | DPS | 347 |
| 50 | Accuracy | 50 |
| 50 | Movement Speed | 50 |
| 0% | Armor Pen | 0% |
| โ 0.429s | TTK (Close) | 0.554s |
| โ 6 | Shots to Kill | 7 |
| 2.00x | HS Multiplier | 2.00x |
| 30 | Magazine | 30 |
| โ 1.800s | Reload Speed | 2.100s |
๐ TTK by Range
Close Range0.429s
Medium Range0.514s
Long Range0.686s
Advanced Rifle
Special Carbine
๐ฏ Scenario Breakdown
Close Range (0-10m)
Advanced Rifle
Advanced Rifle has a 0.125s faster TTK
Medium Range (10-30m)
Advanced Rifle
Better damage retention at medium distance
Long Range (30m+)
Advanced Rifle
Superior long-range damage retention
Against Armor (40%)
Advanced Rifle
Faster time-to-kill through armor
๐ Detailed Analysis: Advanced Rifle vs Special Carbine in GTA Online
From a raw firepower perspective, the Advanced Rifle outputs 397 DPS compared to 347 from its opponent. This damage advantage translates to in-fight pressure: the Advanced Rifle requires 6 shots-to-kill while the Special Carbine needs 7. In the time domain, the Advanced Rifle completes eliminations in 0.429s versus 0.554s.
Ultimately, the best weapon is the one that fits your playstyle. If you prioritize fast eliminations in close-range fights, the Advanced Rifle has the mathematical edge. If you play passively or engage at mid-range, test both before committing to a loadout slot.