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Fortnite: Headshot Damage Statistics Analyzed

by Sophia Feb 25,2025

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Chart for All Weapons

This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of headshot damage for every weapon in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1. The return of hitscan mechanics makes precise headshots crucial for victory. This chart details the damage output of each weapon, categorized by type, to help you strategize your loadout.

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Assault Rifles

Holo Twister Assault Rifle

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

The Holo Twister excels due to its low recoil, scope, hitscan capabilities, and rapid fire rate.

Fury Assault Rifle

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

Suitable for close to medium range, its high fire rate is offset by lower damage and potentially difficult recoil management.

Ranger Assault Rifle

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

Highest headshot damage among Assault Rifles, but its lack of scope and recoil can hinder accuracy.

Shotguns

Oni Shotgun

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Common 105 77 2 1.25 2.42s
Uncommon 110 82 2 1.25 2.31s
Rare 110 86 2 1.25 2.2s
Epic 115 91 2 1.25 2.09s
Legendary 120 95 2 1.25 1.98s
Mythic 135 110 2 1.25 1.87s

High damage output but limited to two shots per reload.

Twinfire Auto Shotgun

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Common 100 65 14 1.9 5.2s
Uncommon 105 72 14 1.9 5s
Rare 110 76 14 1.9 4.8s
Epic 115 79 14 1.9 4.5s
Legendary 120 83 14 1.9 4.3s
Mythic 125 86 14 1.9 4s

High ammo capacity and fire rate comparable to the Oni Shotgun's headshot damage.

Sentinel Pump Shotgun

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Common 162 92 5 0.85 5.39s
Uncommon 172 98 5 0.85 5.14s
Rare 180 103 5 0.85 4.9s
Epic 189 108 5 0.85 4.66s
Legendary 195 114 5 0.85 4.41s
Mythic 200 119 5 0.85 4.16s

Highest damage output among shotguns, capable of near one-shot kills with headshots at Legendary rarity. Low fire rate is a significant drawback.

SMGs

Surgefire SMG

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Common 17 11 40 7.25 3.63s
Uncommon 18 12 40 7.25 3.46s
Rare 20 13 40 7.25 3.3s
Epic 21 14 40 7.25 3.13s
Legendary 23 15 40 7.25 2.97s
Mythic 24 16 40 7.25 2.81s

Fire rate increases with sustained trigger hold, but high recoil makes consistent headshots challenging.

Veiled Precision SMG

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Common 26 15 21 10.3 2.37s
Uncommon 28 16 21 10.3 2.26s
Rare 30 17 21 10.3 2.15s
Epic 32 18 21 10.3 2.04s
Legendary 33 19 21 10.3 1.93s
Mythic 35 20 21 10.3 1.83s

Top-tier SMG with its scope, hitscan, high damage, and manageable recoil.

Pistols

Suppressed Pistol

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Common 46 23 12 6.75 1.54s
Uncommon 50 25 12 6.75 1.47s
Rare 52 26 12 6.75 1.4s
Epic 54 27 12 6.75 1.33s
Legendary 58 29 12 6.75 1.26s

Decent starting weapon, but damage falloff is noticeable.

Lock On Pistol

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Rare 31 25 12 15 1.76s

Unique lock-on mechanic, but consistent headshots require precise burst firing.

Sniper Rifles

Hunting Rifle

Rarity Headshot Damage Bodyshot Damage Magazine Size Fire Rate Reload Time
Rare 227 91 1 0.8 1.8s
Epic 240 96 1 0.8 1.71s
Legendary 250 100 1 0.8 1.62s

High potential for one-shot kills with headshots, but requires exceptional aim.

Headshot Damage 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 data should assist you in making informed decisions about weapon selection and maximizing your damage output in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1. Remember that skill and accuracy are paramount, regardless of weapon choice.

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