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


| Elephant Rifle | Stat | Springfield Rifle |
|---|---|---|
| ✓ 95 | Base Damage | 80 |
| 30 | RPM | 40 ✓ |
| 48 | DPS | 53 ✓ |
| 50 | Accuracy | 50 |
| 50 | Movement Speed | 50 |
| 0% | Armor Pen | 0% |
| 4.000s | TTK (Close) | 3.000s ✓ |
| 3 | Shots to Kill | 3 |
| 2.00x | HS Multiplier | 2.00x |
| 6 | Magazine | 6 |
| 2.000s | Reload Speed | 2.000s |
Mobility & Handling: Neither weapon dominates in mobility — both options allow similar rotational flexibility in engagements. Breaking this down shots-first: the Elephant Rifle requires 3 shots for a kill, the Springfield Rifle needs 3 — a gap that matters in spray duels. The Springfield Rifle converts those shots faster with 53 DPS versus 48. For pure elimination speed, the Springfield Rifle clocks 3.000s TTK against the rival's 4.000s.
Squad Role: In squad contexts, the Springfield 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 Springfield 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.
All stats matched with GTABase ratings.
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