Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Breakdown for Every Weapon
The return of hitscan in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 makes precise headshots crucial. This guide details the headshot damage for every weapon, helping you choose the best loadout for a Victory Royale. Remember, damage varies by weapon type and rarity.
Assault Rifles
- Holo Twister Assault Rifle

This assault rifle boasts low recoil and a scope, making it exceptionally easy to land headshots. Its high fire rate further enhances its effectiveness.
Rarity |
Headshot Damage |
Bodyshot Damage |
Magazine Size |
Fire Rate |
Reload Time |
Common |
42 |
27 |
25 |
5.55 |
2.80s |
Uncommon |
44 |
29 |
25 |
5.55 |
2.67s |
Rare |
47 |
30 |
25 |
5.55 |
2.55s |
Epic |
50 |
32 |
25 |
5.55 |
2.42s |
Legendary |
51 |
33 |
25 |
5.55 |
2.29s |
Mythic |
54 |
35 |
25 |
5.55 |
2.17s |

Ideal for close to medium-range engagements due to its rapid fire rate. However, it has lower damage and higher recoil than other assault rifles.
Rarity |
Headshot Damage |
Bodyshot Damage |
Magazine Size |
Fire Rate |
Reload Time |
Common |
33 |
22 |
28 |
7.45 |
2.91s |
Uncommon |
35 |
23 |
28 |
7.45 |
2.78s |
Rare |
36 |
24 |
28 |
7.45 |
2.65s |
Epic |
38 |
25 |
28 |
7.45 |
2.52s |
Legendary |
39 |
26 |
28 |
7.45 |
2.38s |
Mythic |
42 |
28 |
28 |
7.45 |
2.25s |

Offers the highest headshot damage among assault rifles but suffers from recoil and lack of a scope, impacting accuracy.
Rarity |
Headshot Damage |
Bodyshot Damage |
Magazine Size |
Fire Rate |
Reload Time |
Common |
46 |
31 |
25 |
4 |
2.75s |
Uncommon |
48 |
32 |
25 |
4 |
2.625s |
Rare |
51 |
34 |
25 |
4 |
2.5s |
Epic |
54 |
36 |
25 |
4 |
2.375s |
Legendary |
56 |
37 |
25 |
4 |
2.25s |
Mythic |
58 |
39 |
25 |
4 |
2.125s |
(Shotguns, SMGs, Pistols, Sniper Rifles continue in the same format below)
Shotguns
-
Oni Shotgun

-
Twinfire Auto Shotgun

-
Sentinel Pump Shotgun

SMGs
-
Surgefire SMG

-
Veiled Precision SMG

Pistols
-
Suppressed Pistol

-
Lock On Pistol

Sniper Rifles
- Hunting Rifle

Headshot Multipliers
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 |
This comprehensive data allows for informed weapon selection based on your play style and engagement range. Remember to practice your aim to maximize headshot potential!