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RDR2 Complete Weapons Database

Updated for Patch 1.32

Last Check: Mar 19, 2024

All firearms, bows, and melee weapons mapped with damage and RPM statistics.

Bolt Action Rifle VS Elephant Rifle

Frontier Mechanics Comparison

Bolt Action Rifle

Rifle

Elephant Rifle

Rifle

Winner

🏆 Bolt Action Rifle

Bolt Action Rifle	Stat	Elephant Rifle
72	Base Damage	95 ✓
✓ 50	RPM	30
✓ 60	DPS	48
50	Accuracy	50
50	Movement Speed	50
0%	Armor Pen	0%
✓ 2.400s	TTK (Close)	4.000s
3	Shots to Kill	3
2.00x	HS Multiplier	2.00x
6	Magazine	6
2.000s	Reload Speed	2.000s

📊 TTK by Range

Close Range2.400s

Medium Range3.600s

Long Range3.600s

Bolt Action Rifle

Elephant Rifle

🎯 Scenario Breakdown

Close Range (0-10m)

Bolt Action Rifle

Bolt Action Rifle has a 1.600s faster TTK

Medium Range (10-30m)

Bolt Action Rifle

Better damage retention at medium distance

Long Range (30m+)

Bolt Action Rifle

Superior long-range damage retention

Against Armor (40%)

Bolt Action Rifle

Faster time-to-kill through armor

📊 Detailed Analysis: Bolt Action Rifle vs Elephant Rifle in Red Dead Redemption 2

Mobility & Handling: Neither weapon dominates in mobility — both options allow similar rotational flexibility in engagements. Breaking this down shots-first: the Bolt Action Rifle requires 3 shots for a kill, the Elephant Rifle needs 3 — a gap that matters in spray duels. The Bolt Action Rifle converts those shots faster with 60 DPS versus 48. For pure elimination speed, the Bolt Action Rifle clocks 2.400s TTK against the rival's 4.000s.

Squad Role: In squad contexts, the Bolt Action Rifle fits best as an entry fragger given its elimination profile. For cover and support roles, consider the range characteristics of the alternative weapon.

Ultimately, the best weapon is the one that fits your playstyle. If you prioritize fast eliminations in close-range fights, the Bolt Action Rifle has the mathematical edge. If you play passively or engage at mid-range, test both before committing to a loadout slot.

Bolt Action Rifle Rivals

BOLT-ACTION-RIFLE vs ELEPHANT-RIFLE→BOLT-ACTION-RIFLE vs SPRINGFIELD-RIFLE→BOLT-ACTION-RIFLE vs VARMINT-RIFLE→

Elephant Rifle Rivals

ELEPHANT-RIFLE vs SPRINGFIELD-RIFLE→ELEPHANT-RIFLE vs BOLT-ACTION-RIFLE→ELEPHANT-RIFLE vs VARMINT-RIFLE→

Weapon Familiarity and Condition

Weapons perform better the more you use them.

Stat Ratings

Damage

Base power before ammo modifiers.

Ammo Types

Express ammo provides a sheer damage boost.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most damage?+

The Elephant Rifle hits the hardest.

Methodology & Data Integrity

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.