Weapon Stats & Strategy for Tactical Shotgun! Read here to find information about the damage (DPS), rarity and gameplay video for Tactical Shotgun!
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Tactical Shotgun - Weapon Stats & Damage
Tactical Shotgun - Weapon Overview
Basic Information
| Weapon Type | Shotgun |
|---|---|
| Where to Find | On Floor, Chests, Supply Drops, Loot Carriers, Vending Machine |
| Ammo | Shells |
Tactical Shotgun- Stats & Damage (DPS)
| Rarity | Damage (Players) | Damage (Buildings) | Magazine | DPS | Reload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★5 | 87 | 62 | 8 | 130.5 | 5.1sec. |
| ★4 | 83 | 59 | 8 | 124.5 | 5.4sec. |
| ★3 | 79 | 55 | 8 | 118.5 | 5.7sec. |
| ★2 | 75 | 52 | 8 | 112.5 | 6sec. |
| ★1 | 71 | 50 | 8 | 106.5 | 6.3sec. |
Tactical Shotgun Gameplay Video
Check out how Tactical Shotgun works in the game!Tactical Shotgun - Weapon Review
Weapon Rating
*Weapons are rated from Rank 'D' - Rank 'S'.
With its ability to deal a high amount of damage in a single shot, the Tactical Shotgun is a handy weapon to have in solo and team modes. It's lower rarity makes it readily available as a great starter to mid-game weapon!
Effective Range
*Effective range is rated by ◎ (Excellent), ◯(Good), △(Mediocre), ×(Bad).
| Close Range | Middle Range | Long Range |
|---|
Tactical Shotguns are best used in close range combat. Its pellets spread further away when fired at targets in mid range. Get close to enemies to bring out the Tactical Shotgun's full potential.
Tactical Shotgun - Traits & Tips
Tactical Shotgun - Weapon Traits
High Damage At Close Range
The Tactical Shotgun can deal tons of damage in a single blast. If you are able to hit the enemy with all the pellets in a shot, you can wipe out a chunk of their shield or health.
Higher Fire Rate Compared To Other Shotguns
The Tactical Shotgun has a higher fire rate compared to other shotguns, making it more forgiving when some pellets don't connect. This is great when aggressively rushing an enemy.
Lower Damage Compared To Other Shotguns
Despite its higher fire rate, the Tactical Shotgun's damage is lower compared to other shotguns. Do not expect to fully wipe out an enemy's shield or health with a single shot.
Low Reload Speed
The Tactical Shotgun has a slower reload speed than other shotguns. Reload when not engaging an enemy, or while behind cover.
Tactical Shotgun - Weapon Tips
'Dance' Around Your Enemy
— Vids (@GW_Vids) September 3, 2018
Getting close, weaving and jumping around your enemy, and unloading your shells on them can possibly disorient your opponent.
Jump And Shoot Downwards
Jumping and shooting downwards gives you a higher chance of hitting the enemy's head, causing critical damage.
Use This To Finish Off An Enemy
Whittling down your opponent's health with another weapon may cause them to run away to heal. Using your Tactical Shotgun to hit a wider area with pellets gives you a higher chance of finishing off your enemy.
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Main Damage Dealer in Fortnite
Grab a gun and deal some damage! Although there are other ways to deal damage in Fortnite, it's through weapons that you can deal as much damage against your opponents during fights.
Requires Ammo to Use
Most weapons will require you to have their specific bullet type to be able to use. Familiarize yourself with which ammo goes with which gun to make the best of it.
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| Legendary (★★★★★) | Epic (★★★★) | Rare (★★★) |
| Uncommon (★★) | Common (★) | - |