Common Shotgun
Patch 1.72Updated 8/21/2026GTA Online
Heavy Shotgun
120
Damage
60
RPM
0%
Armor Pen
40
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Accuracy
50
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Movement
-
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Range
-
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Reload Level
1.5x
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HS Multi
8
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Magazine
2.5s
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Reload Time
-
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RoF Score
📏 Range Performance
| Range | Multiplier | Damage | % of Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Close (0-10m) | 1.00x | 120 | 100% |
| Medium (10-30m) | 0.90x | 108 | 90% |
| Long (30m+) | 0.75x | 90 | 75% |
🧠 Combat Intelligence
Analyzing the Heavy Shotgun, we find a 120 DPS profile and a 1.00s time-to-kill at close range. It fires at 60 RPM, dealing 120 base damage per shot. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 2.00s.
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Pro Strategy
⚠️ **Ammo MGMT**: Low magazine capacity. Always reload immediately after a knock; don't try to squad-wipe without a reload.
✅ Strengths
⚠️ Weaknesses
- • Below-average DPS output
- • Slow TTK in close quarters
- • Small magazine limits sustained fire
- • Low fire rate requires careful shot placement
Best For
Aggressive pushes and CQB fights
Avoid
Long-range engagements
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Strategic Analysis: Heavy Shotgun in GTA Online
In the current meta, the Heavy Shotgun occupies a niche position. Its moderate time-to-kill of 1.000s at close range makes it viable in most combat scenarios. The weapon requires 2 shots to eliminate a full-health target at close range, 2 at medium range, and 3 at long range.
With 60 rounds per minute and a 8-round magazine, the Heavy Shotgun can secure kills within a single magazine. Its headshot multiplier of 1.5x means skilled players can reduce TTK to 1.000s 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.