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With the return of hitscan mechanics to Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, understanding the headshot damage stats of each weapon can significantly enhance your gameplay. These stats vary by weapon type and rarity, and knowing them can help you choose the right weapon for securing those crucial Victory Royales.
Below, you'll find detailed headshot damage stats for every weapon in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, helping you decide which gun to wield in your next battle.
All Headshot Stats for Assault Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1
Holo Twister Assault Rifle
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 42 | 44 | 47 | 50 | 51 | 54 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 27 | 29 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 35 |
| Magazine Size | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| Fire Rate | 5.55 | 5.55 | 5.55 | 5.55 | 5.55 | 5.55 |
| Reload Time | 2.80s | 2.67s | 2.55s | 2.42s | 2.29s | 2.17s |
The Holo Twister Assault Rifle stands out as the premier choice in Chapter 6 Season 1 due to its low recoil and equipped scope. Its hitscan mechanics and high fire rate make it a breeze to take down enemies accurately.
Fury Assault Rifle
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 33 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 39 | 42 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 28 |
| Magazine Size | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| Fire Rate | 7.45 | 7.45 | 7.45 | 7.45 | 7.45 | 7.45 |
| Reload Time | 2.91s | 2.78s | 2.65s | 2.52s | 2.38s | 2.25s |
The Fury Assault Rifle excels at short and medium ranges thanks to its rapid fire rate. However, it offers the lowest damage among Assault Rifles and can be challenging to control due to its recoil.
Ranger Assault Rifle
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 46 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 31 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 37 | 39 |
| Magazine Size | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| Fire Rate | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Reload Time | 2.75s | 2.625s | 2.5s | 2.375s | 2.25s | 2.125s |
Despite boasting the highest headshot damage in the Assault Rifle category, the Ranger Assault Rifle's lack of a scope and significant kickback make it less reliable. Players might prefer the more controlled and faster-firing Holo Twister.
All Headshot Stats for Shotguns in Chapter 6 Season 1
Oni Shotgun
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 105 | 110 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 135 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 77 | 82 | 86 | 91 | 95 | 110 |
| Magazine Size | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fire Rate | 1.25 | 1.25 | 1.25 | 1.25 | 1.25 | 1.25 |
| Reload Time | 2.42s | 2.31s | 2.2s | 2.09s | 1.98s | 1.87s |
The Oni Shotgun's fast firing and heavy damage are advantageous, but its double-barrel design with only two shots limits its effectiveness. Even consecutive headshots in Zero Build mode might not secure a kill.
Twinfire Auto Shotgun
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 125 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 65 | 86 | 72 | 76 | 79 | 83 |
| Magazine Size | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Fire Rate | 1.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Reload Time | 5.2s | 5s | 4.8s | 4.5s | 4.3s | 4s |
The Twinfire Auto Shotgun is a versatile choice, similar to the Tactical Shotgun, offering a large magazine and rapid fire rate. Its headshot damage is comparable to the Oni Shotgun, making it a reliable option.
Sentinel Pump Shotgun
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 162 | 172 | 180 | 189 | 195 | 200 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 92 | 98 | 103 | 108 | 114 | 119 |
| Magazine Size | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fire Rate | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.85 |
| Reload Time | 5.39s | 5.14s | 4.9s | 4.66s | 4.41s | 4.16s |
The Sentinel Pump Shotgun delivers the highest damage among shotguns, capable of nearly one-shotting a fully shielded player with a headshot at Legendary rarity. Its slow fire rate, however, is a notable drawback.
All Headshot Stats for SMGs in Chapter 6 Season 1
Surgefire SMG
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 17 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 24 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| Magazine Size | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Fire Rate | 7.25 | 7.25 | 7.25 | 7.25 | 7.25 | 7.25 |
| Reload Time | 3.63s | 3.46s | 3.3s | 3.13s | 2.97s | 2.81s |
The Surgefire SMG's unique feature is its increasing fire rate with continuous firing, though this comes at the expense of high recoil, making consistent headshots challenging.
Veiled Precision SMG
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 35 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
| Magazine Size | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Fire Rate | 10.3 | 10.3 | 10.3 | 10.3 | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Reload Time | 2.37s | 2.26s | 2.15s | 2.04s | 1.93s | 1.83s |
The Veiled Precision SMG is the top SMG thanks to its scope and hitscan capabilities, offering high damage and manageable recoil.
All Headshot Stats for Pistols in Chapter 6 Season 1
Suppressed Pistol
| Rarity | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 46 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 58 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 23 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 29 |
| Magazine Size | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Fire Rate | 6.75 | 6.75 | 6.75 | 6.75 | 6.75 |
| Reload Time | 1.54s | 1.47s | 1.4s | 1.33s | 1.26s |
While a solid choice as a starting weapon after landing from the Battle Bus, the Suppressed Pistol's damage drops off quickly due to its small size.
Lock On Pistol
| Rarity | Rare |
|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 31 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 25 |
| Magazine Size | 12 |
| Fire Rate | 15 |
| Reload Time | 1.76s |
The Lock On Pistol is a rare find in Battle Royale, capable of locking onto targets and firing four shots. However, achieving headshots with this method is less likely unless manually fired in short bursts.
All Headshot Stats for Sniper Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1
Hunting Rifle
| Rarity | Rare | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot Damage | 227 | 240 | 250 |
| Bodyshot Damage | 91 | 96 | 100 |
| Magazine Size | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fire Rate | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Reload Time | 1.8s | 1.71s | 1.62s |
The Hunting Rifle is the sole Sniper Rifle in Chapter 6 Season 1's Battle Royale, and its headshots can lead to instant kills, provided you have the precision to land them.
How Much Damage Does a Headshot Do in Fortnite?
Each weapon in Fortnite has a unique Headshot Damage Multiplier, which significantly affects the damage output. Here are the multipliers for the weapons in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1:
| 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 |
