Best Pistol in ARC Raiders

All 3 Pistols in ARC Raiders ranked best to worst, current balance patch. The short answer: the Venator is the one to build. Full stats and reasoning below.

The best Pistol right now

Venator weapon in ARC RaidersAVenatorFormer S-tier staple pushed down a notch by nerfs (16 total, down from 18), but the double-tap mechanic still makes it the strongest true sidearm. High A: it wins pistol duels outright and hangs with ARs at mid range.

Every Pistol, ranked

  1. 1VenatorDouble-tap burst pistol that duels like a primary weapon.A
  2. 2BurlettaHonest workhorse pistol — 12 rounds, 25-damage headshots, no drama.B
  3. 3HairpinIntegrally suppressed pistol — the quietest weapon in the game, not the deadliest.C

Pistol stats compared

WeaponDamageFire rateMagazineRange
Venator16 (2x8)36.71048.4
Burletta10281241.7
Hairpin209838.6

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Pistol in ARC Raiders?

The Venator is the best Pistol in ARC Raiders right now — it sits in A tier on our list under the current balance patch.

How many Pistols are there in ARC Raiders?

There are 3 in ARC Raiders: Venator, Burletta, Hairpin.

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