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Fortnite: Headshot Damage Stats

Author : Finn Mar 17,2025

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With the return of hitscan in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, understanding headshot damage is crucial for victory. Headshot damage varies significantly by weapon type and rarity. Some weapons deliver devastatingly quick eliminations.

Below, find detailed headshot damage statistics for every weapon in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, helping you choose the best tools for your next Victory Royale.

All Headshot Stats for Assault Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1

Holo Twister Assault Rifle

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Holo Twister Assault Rifle424447505154

The Holo Twister Assault Rifle excels in Chapter 6 Season 1 due to its low recoil, scope, hitscan mechanics, and high fire rate.

Fury Assault Rifle

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Fury Assault Rifle333536383942

Ideal for short to medium ranges, the Fury Assault Rifle boasts a rapid fire rate. However, it has lower damage and potentially harder-to-control recoil than other Assault Rifles.

Ranger Assault Rifle

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Ranger Assault Rifle464851545658

While offering the highest headshot damage among Assault Rifles, the Ranger's lack of a scope and recoil can make it less reliable for some players.

All Headshot Stats for Shotguns in Chapter 6 Season 1

Oni Shotgun

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Oni Shotgun105110110115120135

The Oni Shotgun's high damage and fast fire rate are offset by its limited two-shot capacity.

Twinfire Auto Shotgun

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Twinfire Auto Shotgun100105110115120125

Similar to the Tactical Shotgun, the Twinfire Auto Shotgun offers high headshot damage and a large magazine.

Sentinel Pump Shotgun

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Sentinel Pump Shotgun162172180189195200

The Sentinel Pump Shotgun delivers the highest damage output but suffers from a very slow fire rate.

All Headshot Stats for SMGs in Chapter 6 Season 1

Surgefire SMG

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Surgefire SMG171820212324

The Surgefire SMG's fire rate increases with sustained firing, but recoil becomes a significant challenge.

Veiled Precision SMG

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryMythicHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Veiled Precision SMG262830323335

The Veiled Precision SMG stands out with its scope, hitscan capability, high damage, and manageable recoil.

All Headshot Stats for Pistols in Chapter 6 Season 1

Suppressed Pistol

RarityCommonUncommonRareEpicLegendaryHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Suppressed Pistol4650525458

A decent starting weapon, the Suppressed Pistol's damage drops off significantly at range.

Lock On Pistol

RarityRareHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Lock On Pistol312512151.76s

The Lock On Pistol fires four shots at once, but achieving consistent headshots requires precise burst firing.

All Headshot Stats for Sniper Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1

Hunting Rifle

RarityRareEpicLegendaryHeadshot DamageBodyshot DamageMagazine SizeFire RateReload Time
Hunting Rifle

The Hunting Rifle's headshot can be an instant kill, provided you land the shot.

How Much Damage Does a Headshot Do in Fortnite?

Each Fortnite weapon has a unique headshot damage multiplier. Below are the multipliers for Chapter 6 Season 1:

WeaponHeadshot Multiplier
Holo Twister Assault Rifle1.5x
Fury Assault Rifle1.5x
Ranger Assault Rifle1.5x
Oni Shotgun1.6x
Twinfire Auto Shotgun1.55x
Sentinel Pump Shotgun1.75x
Surgefire SMG1.5x
Veiled Precision SMG1.75x
Suppressed Pistol2x
Lock On Pistol1.25x
Hunting Rifle2.5x
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