Rust Best Weapons: Stats, Crafting Costs and Where to Find Them
As of March 2021, the Rust weapons listed as most effective are the M249, AK, L96, Bolt Action Rifle, Multiple Grenade Launcher, LR-300, M39, SPAS-12, MP5A4 and Thompson, with stats and crafting…
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In brief
AI summaryAs of March 2021, the Rust M249 is obtained only from attack helicopters and the Bradley APC, with a 100-round capacity, 130 head damage and very high recoil.
The Rust AK assault rifle has 100 head damage, a 450 RPM rate of fire and a 30-round capacity, and costs 50 High Quality Metal, 200 Wood, 1 Rifle Body and 4 Metal Spring to craft in 180 seconds.
Rust's L96 (80 damage, 23 RPM, 5 rounds) needs a separate scope, while the SPAS-12 (157 damage, 6 rounds) and M39 (50 damage, 20 rounds) cannot be crafted.
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Multiplayer games with PvP mechanics in the survival genre are quite popular these days. However, many games that come out cannot stay as current as on day one and lose popularity over time. Rust, which has kept attracting new players since the day it launched in early access, keeps players having fun thanks to its balanced weapon mechanics. Of course, as in other games, the goal in Rust is quite simple: always stay on top of everyone, whatever the method. So it is very important to know which weapons will take you to the top of the food chain. Considering that your goal when playing Rust is to win, or at least to kill as many opponents as possible, this list is just for you!
What Are the Rust M249 Stats? Where Do You Find It?

The M249 can only be obtained from attack helicopters and the Bradley APC. If you want the best of the best, and you have the ammo and the courage to back it up, the M249 can literally destroy everything. This heavy machine gun turns into a real beast with its high magazine capacity.
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Head Damage: 130
- Chest Damage: 65
- Weapon Damage: 55
- Leg Damage: 37
- Recoil: Very High
- Range: Medium
- Capacity: 100
What Are the Rust AK Assault Rifle Stats? How Do You Get It? 
The AK Assault Rifle can be obtained from the Attack Helicopter and is one of Rust's best close-to-medium range weapons, good for raids. When assault rifles come to mind, one weapon comes up: the AK. The same goes for Rust players. The AK being a versatile weapon with high damage and low cost lets it sit near the top of the list. It is one of Rust's most controversial weapons, and the number of "AKs" a group has often determines its combat power. Most groups use this weapon as the "standard" rifle for most members.
- Weapon Type: Ranged Weapon
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Head Damage: 100
- Chest: 51
- Legs: 11
- Recoil: 8.5
- Rate of Fire: 450 RPM
- Range: 250 ~ 400 Meters
- Capacity: 30
- 50 High Quality Metal
- 200 Wood
- 1 Rifle Body
- 4 Metal Spring
- It takes 180 seconds to craft.
What Are the Rust L96 Rifle Stats? Where Do You Find It?

You can find the L96 Rifle in a Locked Crate, Oil Rig Locked Crate, Airdrop, Helicopter Crate, APC Crate and Elite Tier Crate. Sniping is always a fun way to upset and annoy other players, and when it comes to that, the L96 Rifle is a step ahead of most other weapons with its one shot, one kill philosophy, thanks to its reload speed and because it is mostly effective at long range. However, it does not come with a scope. Make sure you have a scope before using the L96.
- Damage: 80
- Rate of Fire: 23 RPM
- Aim Cone: 0 °
- Capacity: 5
- Reload: 3 sec.
- Trigger Pull: 1 sec.
What Are the Rust Bolt Action Rifle Stats? How Do You Craft It?

Most encounters in Rust take place over long distances. Since you cannot get close enough to a player, having a weapon that is effective at long range is very important for survival. The way to manage this is through the Bolt Action Rifle. If your aim is good enough, you can make highly effective shots from long distances. But there is one drawback: to obtain it you need, along with other quite rare crafting components such as a rifle body,
- High quality metal 30
- Rifle body 1
- Metal pipe 5
- Metal spring 2
- Fire Mode: Single Shot
- Head Damage: 100
- Chest: 92
- Weapon: 45
- Legs: 40
- Recoil: Severe
- Range: 350 ~ 500 Meters
- Capacity: 4
What Are the Rust Multiple Grenade Launcher Stats?

You can find the Multiple Grenade Launcher from the Heavy Scientist. It has more ammo capacity than a rocket launcher and lets you reload in a shorter time. If your target has many enemies, the Multiple Grenade Launcher is the weapon you need. What you should remember is that since even its ammo cannot be crafted, you need to think twice when using it.
- Damage: 90
- Rate of Fire: 150 RPM
- Aim Cone: 2.25 °
- Capacity: 6
- Reload: 6 sec.
- Trigger Pull: 1 sec.
What Are the Rust LR-300 Assault Rifle Stats? Where Do You Find It?

The LR-300 can only be obtained from crates, airdrops and attack helicopters, which makes it quite valuable in Rust. You can find it in a Locked Crate, Oil Rig Locked Crate, Airdrop, Helicopter Crate, APC Crate and Elite Tier Crate. Are you looking for one of the most advanced assault rifles in the game? An assault rifle with a special look that comes with its own special scope makes it a beast whatever the scenario.
- Fire Mode: Full Automatic
- Head Damage: 97
- Chest: 36
- Weapon: 30
- Legs: 10
- Recoil: Medium
- Range: N / A
- Capacity: 30
What Are the Rust M39 Stats? Where Does It Drop?

The M39 Rifle is a good choice if you want to feel safe while dealing with other players. Whether for long-range shots or medium-range firefights, the M39 Rifle is enough to survive and take down the enemy. It cannot be crafted, but it is much better than the craftable semi-automatic rifle in the survival game, and if you have a silencer, nothing beats the M39.
- You can find it in the Helicopter Crate, APC Crate and from the Heavy Scientist.
- Damage: 50
- Rate of Fire: 300 RPM
- Aim Cone: 0.1 °
- Capacity: 20
- Reload: 3.25 sec.
- Trigger Pull: 1 sec.
What Are the Rust SPAS-12 Stats?

The SPAS-12 is the best in the semi-automatic shotgun class, and it cannot be crafted. In games like Rust, shotguns are always among the weapons with high damage. If you are thinking of ambushing an enemy and taking them down, the SPAS-12 is the best for such encounters. Its reload speed is not better than the chunky-looking Pump Shotgun, but its rate of fire more than meets the damage output you need at close range.
- Damage: 157
- Rate of Fire: 240 RPM
- Aim Cone: 0 °
- Capacity: 6
- Reload: 5.8 sec.
- Trigger Pull: 1.6 sec.
What Are the Rust MP5A4 Stats? How Do You Craft It?

The MP5A4 is a capable enough weapon for those looking for something lightweight, though it should be remembered that it will still do well in medium-range firefights. Since it is easily overshadowed by other weapons, you can see the MP5 more as a stepping stone.
- High quality metal 40
- SMG body 1
- Metal spring 2
- Fire Mode: Full Automatic
- Head Damage: 70
- Chest: 35
- Weapon: None
- Legs: None
- Recoil: Medium
- Range: Long
- Capacity: 30
What Are the Rust Thompson Stats? How Do You Get It?

The Thompson is a submachine gun that is not in high demand but really gives its user a lot. Since it appeared in World War II, it has found a place in many FPS games thanks to its speed and lightness. The Thompson may only have a magazine size of 20 rounds, but you can get it ready with an easy crafting cost of just 10 high quality metal, a Tier 2 workbench, 100 wood, a spring and an SMG body.
- High quality metal 25
- Wood 100
- SMG body 1
- Metal spring 2
- Fire Mode: Full Automatic
- Head Damage: 69
- Chest: 41
- Weapon: 8
- Legs: None
- Recoil: Medium
- Range: 250
- Capacity: 20
Frequently asked questions
Questions answered in this article
What Are the Rust M249 Stats? Where Do You Find It?
The M249 can only be obtained from attack helicopters and the Bradley APC. If you want the best of the best, and you have the ammo and the courage to back it up, the M249 can literally destroy everything. This heavy machine gun turns into a real beast with its high magazine capacity.
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust AK Assault Rifle Stats? How Do You Get It?
The AK Assault Rifle can be obtained from the Attack Helicopter and is one of Rust's best close-to-medium range weapons, good for raids. When assault rifles come to mind, one weapon comes up: the AK. The same goes for Rust players. The AK being a versatile weapon with high damage and low cost lets it sit near the top of the list. It is one of Rust's most controversial weapons, and the number of "AKs" a group has often determines its combat power. Most groups use this weapon as the "standard" rifle for most members.
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust L96 Rifle Stats? Where Do You Find It?
You can find the L96 Rifle in a Locked Crate, Oil Rig Locked Crate, Airdrop, Helicopter Crate, APC Crate and Elite Tier Crate. Sniping is always a fun way to upset and annoy other players, and when it comes to that, the L96 Rifle is a step ahead of most other weapons with its one shot, one kill philosophy, thanks to its reload speed and because it is mostly effective at long range. However, it does not come with a scope. Make sure you have a scope before using the L96.
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust Bolt Action Rifle Stats? How Do You Craft It?
Most encounters in Rust take place over long distances. Since you cannot get close enough to a player, having a weapon that is effective at long range is very important for survival. The way to manage this is through the Bolt Action Rifle. If your aim is good enough, you can make highly effective shots from long distances. But there is one drawback: to obtain it you need, along with other quite rare crafting components such as a rifle body,
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust Multiple Grenade Launcher Stats?
You can find the Multiple Grenade Launcher from the Heavy Scientist . It has more ammo capacity than a rocket launcher and lets you reload in a shorter time. If your target has many enemies, the Multiple Grenade Launcher is the weapon you need. What you should remember is that since even its ammo cannot be crafted, you need to think twice when using it.
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust LR-300 Assault Rifle Stats? Where Do You Find It?
The LR-300 can only be obtained from crates, airdrops and attack helicopters, which makes it quite valuable in Rust. You can find it in a Locked Crate, Oil Rig Locked Crate, Airdrop, Helicopter Crate, APC Crate and Elite Tier Crate. Are you looking for one of the most advanced assault rifles in the game? An assault rifle with a special look that comes with its own special scope makes it a beast whatever the scenario.
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust M39 Stats? Where Does It Drop?
The M39 Rifle is a good choice if you want to feel safe while dealing with other players. Whether for long-range shots or medium-range firefights, the M39 Rifle is enough to survive and take down the enemy. It cannot be crafted, but it is much better than the craftable semi-automatic rifle in the survival game, and if you have a silencer, nothing beats the M39.
Go to sectionWhat Are the Rust SPAS-12 Stats?
The SPAS-12 is the best in the semi-automatic shotgun class, and it cannot be crafted. In games like Rust, shotguns are always among the weapons with high damage. If you are thinking of ambushing an enemy and taking them down, the SPAS-12 is the best for such encounters. Its reload speed is not better than the chunky-looking Pump Shotgun, but its rate of fire more than meets the damage output you need at close range.
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