Fortnite Headshot Damage Stats Revealed

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• All Headshot Stats for Assault Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1

  • Holo Twister Assault Rifle
  • Fury Assault Rifle
  • Ranger Assault Rifle

• All Headshot Stats for Shotguns in Chapter 6 Season 1

  • Oni Shotgun
  • Twinfire Auto Shotgun
  • Sentinel Pump Shotgun

• All Headshot Stats for SMGs in Chapter 6 Season 1

  • Surgefire SMG
  • Veiled Precision SMG

• All Headshot Stats for Pistols in Chapter 6 Season 1

  • Suppressed Pistol
  • Lock On Pistol

• All Headshot Stats for Sniper Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1

  • Hunting Rifle

• How Much Damage Does a Headshot Do in Fortnite?

With the return of hitscan to Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, understanding the headshot damage of every weapon in the game can give players a significant advantage. Each weapon's headshot damage varies based on its type and rarity, and knowing these stats can help players choose the best weapon for securing those critical hits and fast-tracking their way to a Victory Royale.

Below, you'll find detailed headshot damage stats for all weapons in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, helping you decide which gun to wield in your quest for victory.

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, thanks to its low recoil and integrated scope. Its hitscan mechanics and impressive fire rate make landing headshots a breeze, enhancing your chances of success in any firefight.

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

Ideal for close to medium-range engagements, the Fury Assault Rifle boasts a rapid fire rate, perfect for intense skirmishes. However, its lower damage output and challenging recoil might require some practice to master.

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

While the Ranger Assault Rifle offers the highest headshot damage among Assault Rifles, its lack of a scope and significant kickback can make it less reliable. Players might prefer the more controlled and faster-firing Holo Twister for consistent performance.

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 fire rate and high damage make it a formidable choice, though its limited two-shot capacity means players must make each shot count, even with back-to-back headshots in Zero Build mode.

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, reminiscent of the Tactical Shotgun, offers a generous ammo capacity and a swift firing rate, making it an excellent choice for sustained combat, with headshot damage on par with the Oni Shotgun.

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 boasts the highest damage output among shotguns, capable of nearly one-shotting a fully shielded player with a Legendary headshot. Its slow fire rate, however, requires precision and timing.

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 of increasing fire rate with sustained trigger pull is offset by its high recoil, making consistent headshots challenging but rewarding when mastered.

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 choice, thanks to its scope and hitscan capability, offering high damage and manageable recoil for those crucial headshots.

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 the Suppressed Pistol serves well as a starting weapon, its quick fire rate is hampered by a significant damage drop-off, making it less effective at longer ranges.

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, a unique addition to Battle Royale, fires four shots at once when locked onto a target. However, securing consistent headshots requires manual firing in short bursts without relying on the lock-on feature.

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, the sole Sniper Rifle in Chapter 6 Season 1, can secure instant kills with a well-placed headshot, demanding legendary aim and precision from its users.

How Much Damage Does a Headshot Do in Fortnite?

Each weapon in Fortnite has a unique Headshot Damage Multiplier, which is crucial for calculating the impact of a headshot. Below are the Headshot Multipliers for every weapon 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