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.

Springfield Rifle VS Varmint Rifle

Frontier Mechanics Comparison

Springfield Rifle

Springfield Rifle

Rifle
VS
Varmint Rifle

Varmint Rifle

Rifle
Winner
🏆 Springfield Rifle
Springfield RifleStatVarmint Rifle
80Base Damage25
40RPM160
53DPS67
50Accuracy50
50Movement Speed50
0%Armor Pen0%
3.000sTTK (Close)4.625s
3Shots to Kill8
2.00xHS Multiplier2.00x
6Magazine6
2.000sReload Speed2.000s

📊 TTK by Range

Close Range3.000s
Medium Range3.000s
Long Range4.500s
Springfield Rifle
Varmint Rifle

🎯 Scenario Breakdown

Close Range (0-10m)
Springfield Rifle
Springfield Rifle has a 1.625s faster TTK
Medium Range (10-30m)
Springfield Rifle
Better damage retention at medium distance
Long Range (30m+)
Springfield Rifle
Superior long-range damage retention
Against Armor (40%)
Springfield Rifle
Faster time-to-kill through armor

📊 Detailed Analysis: Springfield Rifle vs Varmint Rifle in Red Dead Redemption 2

The Varmint Rifle's 67 DPS output is the deciding edge here, outpacing the 53 DPS alternative in sustained firefights. Shots-to-kill: 3 for the Springfield Rifle, 8 for the Varmint Rifle. Converting that to clock time, the Springfield Rifle lands kills in 3.000s where the other needs 4.625s.

Mobility & Handling: Both weapons operate at similar movement speeds — positioning and cover usage matter more than weapon weight here.

Situational Use: The Springfield Rifle excels in aggressive push scenarios where TTK dictates the outcome, while the Varmint Rifle may outperform in defensive long-range holds with its different damage profile.

Data summary: Springfield Rifle wins on TTK by 1625ms and on DPS by 13 points. In most standard encounters, these margins are what determine the outcome when both players have equal aim.

Weapon Familiarity and Condition

Weapons perform better the more you use them.

Stat Ratings

1

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.

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