Weapon Familiarity and Condition
Weapons perform better the more you use them.
All firearms, bows, and melee weapons mapped with damage and RPM statistics.
Frontier Mechanics Comparison


| Bolt Action Rifle | Stat | Springfield Rifle |
|---|---|---|
| 72 | Base Damage | 80 ✓ |
| ✓ 50 | RPM | 40 |
| ✓ 60 | DPS | 53 |
| 50 | Accuracy | 50 |
| 50 | Movement Speed | 50 |
| 0% | Armor Pen | 0% |
| ✓ 2.400s | TTK (Close) | 3.000s |
| 3 | Shots to Kill | 3 |
| 2.00x | HS Multiplier | 2.00x |
| 6 | Magazine | 6 |
| 2.000s | Reload Speed | 2.000s |
Breaking down the Bolt Action Rifle against the Springfield Rifle shows the Bolt Action Rifle securing the fastest TTK (2.400s compared to 3.000s). When we evaluate raw damage per second, the Bolt Action Rifle shines with 60 DPS versus 53. The Bolt Action Rifle needs 3 lethal hits; the Springfield Rifle needs 3.
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.
Weapons perform better the more you use them.
Base power before ammo modifiers.
Express ammo provides a sheer damage boost.
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.
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