Best Special in ARC Raiders

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

The best Special right now

Hullcracker weapon in ARC RaidersAHullcrackerS-tier for PvE armor-breaking, C for PvP — lands at A overall. Bring it when the plan is hunting big machines; leave it when the plan is fighting people.

Every Special, ranked

  1. 1HullcrackerFive-shell anti-ARC launcher — the dedicated boss-armor can opener.A
  2. 2EqualizerLegendary rotary beam weapon — 50 rounds of armor-ignoring sustained fire.A
  3. 3RascalPocket single-shot launcher — 75 armor-piercing damage in your backup slot.B

Special stats compared

WeaponDamageFire rateMagazineRange
Hullcracker10020.3538.9
Equalizer833.3350—
Rascal7513.7128.3

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Special in ARC Raiders?

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

How many Specials are there in ARC Raiders?

There are 3 in ARC Raiders: Hullcracker, Equalizer, Rascal.

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