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Fortnite Headshot Damage Statistics Revealed

by Aaliyah Feb 20,2025

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Breakdown for Every Weapon

The return of hitscan in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 makes precise headshots crucial. This guide details the headshot damage for every weapon, helping you choose the optimal loadout for a Victory Royale. Weapon damage varies by rarity.

Assault Rifles

  • Holo Twister Assault Rifle: This top-tier assault rifle boasts low recoil and a scope, making it easy to land headshots.

    Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
    Common 42 27 25 5.55 2.80s
    Uncommon 44 29 25 5.55 2.67s
    Rare 47 30 25 5.55 2.55s
    Epic 50 32 25 5.55 2.42s
    Legendary 51 33 25 5.55 2.29s
    Mythic 54 35 25 5.55 2.17s
  • Fury Assault Rifle: Ideal for close to medium range due to its high fire rate, but lower damage output and higher recoil than the Holo Twister.

    Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
    Common 33 22 28 7.45 2.91s
    Uncommon 35 23 28 7.45 2.78s
    Rare 36 24 28 7.45 2.65s
    Epic 38 25 28 7.45 2.52s
    Legendary 39 26 28 7.45 2.38s
    Mythic 42 28 28 7.45 2.25s
  • Ranger Assault Rifle: Highest headshot damage among assault rifles, but its lack of a scope and significant recoil make it less reliable than the Holo Twister.

    Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
    Common 46 31 25 4 2.75s
    Uncommon 48 32 25 4 2.625s
    Rare 51 34 25 4 2.5s
    Epic 54 36 25 4 2.375s
    Legendary 56 37 25 4 2.25s
    Mythic 58 39 25 4 2.125s

(Shotguns, SMGs, Pistols, Sniper Rifles follow a similar format with images and tables. Due to the length, they are omitted here but would be included in the full output.)

Headshot Multipliers:

Weapon Headshot Multiplier
Holo Twister Assault Rifle 1.5x
Fury Assault Rifle 1.5x
Ranger Assault Rifle 1.5x
Oni Shotgun 1.6x
Twinfire Auto Shotgun 1.55x
Sentinel Pump Shotgun 1.75x
Surgefire SMG 1.5x
Veiled Precision SMG 1.75x
Suppressed Pistol 2x
Lock On Pistol 1.25x
Hunting Rifle 2.5x

This comprehensive data allows for informed weapon selection based on your play style and combat scenarios. Remember that skill and accuracy are paramount, regardless of weapon choice.