Summary
A clean and structured guide to the top weapons in GTA VI. We rank weapons based on damage, accuracy, versatility, and ease of use. Learn which handguns, rifles, throwables, and heavy weapons you should carry into Vice City and why.
1. Handguns
Heavy Pistol (M1911 Variant)
Simple and reliable.
Good for medium-range fights.
Easy to aim, decent damage.
Mustang .357 Revolver (Colt Python)
High damage per shot.
Slow reload.
Great for single-target hits.
Glock / SIG-Sauer P320 (with switch)
Standard sidearm.
Auto-fire mode available.
Fast firing and reload.
Bersa Firestorm / Beretta 92FS
Balanced pistol options.
Moderate fire rate.
Good for general use.
2. Shotguns
Double Barrel Shotgun
High one-shot damage close range.
Very slow reload.
Best in tight spaces.
Pump Action Shotgun (Mossberg 590)
Reliable, moderate reload speed.
Effective at short to mid-range.
3. Submachine Guns & Machine Guns
Compact SMG (Scorpion Mini-SMG)
Fast firing.
Lightweight.
Good for close combat.
Micro SMG (Mini Uzi)
Similar to Compact SMG.
High rate of fire, but low range.
SMG (MP5)
Balanced SMG with good accuracy.
Effective in mid-range combat.
Combat MG (M249 SAW)
High ammo capacity.
Great for sustained fire.
Heavy and slow movement.
4. Assault Rifles
Assault Rifle (AK-47)
High damage and recoil.
Best all-around rifle.
Carbine Rifle (AR-15)
Improved accuracy and range.
Good recoil control.
Carbine Rifle Mk II (upgraded AR-15)
Better attachments and performance.
Reliable at almost any range.
Service Carbine (M16 A1/A2)
Classic choice.
Great for semi-auto use.
5. Sniper Rifles
Assault Sniper (L129A1)
Fast-fire semi-auto sniper.
Great for mid-range.
Bolt Action Sniper (Remington 700)
High damage per shot.
Slower reload than assault sniper.
Hunter Sniper (AW L96A1)
Top-tier bullet power.
One-shot potential on most targets.
M14 / Ruger 10/22
Versatile and semi-auto.
Lower damage but fast fire.
6. Heavy & Explosive Weapons
Grenade Launcher (Milkor MGL)
Great crowd control.
High explosive splash.
RPG (RPG-7)
Massive damage.
Best for vehicles or armored targets.
7. Thrown Weapons
Grenades (M61)
Standard explosive.
Good damage, limited range.
Molotov & Fire Bottle
Create area fire damage.
Good vs groups and vehicles.
Flashbang & Smoke Grenade
Ideal for crowd control and stealth.
Non-lethal but strategic.
Golf Ball (casual—alt fire fun)
Non-lethal item.
Limited combat use.
8. Melee Weapons
Baseball Bat, Crowbar, Hammer, Knife
Close-range tools.
Best for stealth and finishing moves.
Pool Cue
Novelty melee weapon.
A fun backup choice.
Why These Weapons Rank High
Damage & Effectiveness
- Sniper rifles dominate long-range with high damage.
- Assault rifles offer consistent mid-range power.
- SMGs and shotguns shine in close quarters.
Ease of Use
- Pistols are easy to handle for beginners.
- Auto-fire Glock adds control flexibility.
- Heavy weapons are powerful but harder to use.
Versatility
- Rifle options cover most combat scenarios.
- Grenade launcher and RPG handle vehicles and crowds.
- Throwables like grenades and molotovs suit strategy.
Full Tier List
- S Tier – Hunter Sniper, Bolt Action Sniper, RPG
- A Tier – Assault Sniper, Carbine Mk II, Grenade Launcher, AK‑47
- B Tier – Compact SMG, SMG, Heavy Pistol, Glock auto
- C Tier – Revolver, Pump Shotgun, Molotov, Flashbang
- D Tier – Melee weapons, novelty items
Latest Confirmations
We used the latest confirmed weapon lists from gaming forums and previews to ensure accuracy.
Sources include developer trailers, gameplay breakdowns, and community discoveries.
Reddit users confirmed auto-fire modes and multiple SMG variants.
FAQs
Q: How many weapons can I carry?
A: You can carry two rifles and two pistols. Extras go in your vehicle trunk.
Q: Can I dual-wield firearms?
A: No. Dual wield doesn’t return in GTA VI.
Q: Is there weapon customization?
A: Yes. Expect mods like barrels, tints, scopes—similar to GTA V.
Q: Can I shoot while swimming or in cars?
A: Yes. You can fire in water, in vehicles, even during drive-bys standing outside the window.
Q: How do I use throwables best?
A: Use grenades for damage, molotovs to block paths, flashbangs to stun, and smoke for escapes.
Final Summary
Choose your weapons based on your play style:
- For distance: go for sniper or Carbine Mk II.
- For close fight: pick a shotgun or SMG.
- For chaos: RPG or grenade launcher rules.
- Always carry throwables for tactical moves.
- Don’t forget pistols—they’re reliable and useful.
That wraps our ranked guide to the best weapons in GTA VI. Let us know if you want deeper stats or loadout tips!
