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Weapons & Loadouts Index

Reference directory for Grand Theft Auto VI firearm slots, sidearms, tactical throwables, and close-quarters equipment. Filter by weapon class, loadout slot, or verification status.

Status Key:Verified Source (Official Rockstar Info)Pre-Release Observation (Trailer 1 / Specs Pending)Placeholder Schema Slot (Awaiting Launch)
Unofficial Fan Reference — No Fabricated Stats

Pre-Release Weapon Data Notice: Official GTA VI weapon damage values, fire rates, magazine sizes, and shop prices have not yet been announced. This index provides pre-release observations and structured loadout slots without displaying fabricated combat statistics.

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Showing 7 of 7 weapon records

Rifles & CarbinesPrimary Slot
Officially Shown

Modern tactical assault rifles and carbines are depicted in official media, notably in Jason's official profile screenshot #4 ('Jason holding and aiming an automatic weapon') and in Grassrivers screenshot #2. Specific in-game model designations and manufacturer brands have not been published by Rockstar Games.

Ammunition / Slot Class
Rifle Ammo (Awaiting In-Game Confirmation)
Attachment Support
Demonstrated: Optical Sights & Foregrips (Awaiting Release Spec)

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Selective-fire capability and burst grouping
  • Shoulder-fired accuracy while mobile or taking cover
  • Modular receiver, barrel, and optic customization support

Specification Policy: Assault rifle models and carbine frames are verified through official screenshots and trailers. In-game weapon names, rate of fire, recoil patterns, and customization trees will be documented post-release.

Source Attribution:
  • Rockstar Games: People of Leonida — Jason Official Profile (Screenshot #4)Official Reference
  • Rockstar Games: Places of Leonida — Grassrivers Showcase (Screenshot #2)Official Reference
Assault RifleCarbineAutomaticTacticalOfficial ScreenshotUnconfirmed Name
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Submachine GunsSidearm Slot
Officially Shown

High-rate-of-fire compact automatic firearms suited for rapid drive-by shootings and close-quarters shootouts, observed in rapid vehicle sequences and urban combat footage in Trailer 1. In-game name and statistics remain unconfirmed in official text.

Ammunition / Slot Class
Submachine Gun / Pistol Caliber (Awaiting Confirmation)
Attachment Support
Demonstrated: Suppressor & Extended Magazine Potential

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Cyclic rate of fire (RPM) and sustained recoil control
  • Drive-by accuracy when firing one-handed from vehicles
  • Concealability rating inside jackets or holsters

Specification Policy: Compact submachine gun silhouette observed in trailer action cuts. In-game manufacturer, model name, and rate of fire are unconfirmed.

Source Attribution:
SMGSubmachine GunDrive-ByHigh Rate of FireTrailer FootageUnconfirmed Name
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Handguns & SidearmsSidearm Slot
Officially Shown

Semi-automatic polymer-frame handguns are visibly wielded by protagonists Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval in official key art and Trailer 1 holdup sequences. Handguns also appear on desks and in vehicle holsters in official character screenshots for Boobie, Raul, and Brian. Rockstar Games has not published an official in-game weapon designation, calibre, or ballistic statistics in text.

Ammunition / Slot Class
Pistol Caliber (In-Game Ammo Type TBD)
Attachment Support
Demonstrated: Suppressors, Tactical Lights & Optics (Awaiting Release Spec)

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Draw speed from concealed carry or waistband
  • Optic, suppressor, and extended magazine compatibility
  • Drive-by accuracy from motor vehicles and watercraft

Specification Policy: Handguns are visually confirmed across reveal artwork, Trailer 1 holdup scenes, and multiple character screenshots. In-game weapon name (e.g. Combat Pistol, Service Pistol), magazine capacity, damage per shot, and Ammu-Nation pricing will be measured upon release.

Source Attribution:
  • Rockstar Games: Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 1 (Convenience Store Holdup)Official Reference
  • Rockstar Games: People of Leonida — Character Showcases (Boobie, Raul, Brian)Official Reference
HandgunPistolSidearmConcealedKey ArtTrailer 1Unconfirmed Name
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Rifles & CarbinesPrimary Slot
Officially Shown

Long-range hunting rifles designed for precision big-game hunting and rural defense. Featured explicitly in Mount Kalaga National Park screenshot #3 ('Two people holding rifles walking side by side through the woods') and in Grassrivers screenshot #2. Official text also highlights Mount Kalaga as offering 'prime hunting'.

Ammunition / Slot Class
High-Caliber Rifle Ammo (Expected)
Attachment Support
Demonstrated: Hunting Scopes & Leather Slings (Observed in Footage)

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Effective range and bullet drop over long distances
  • Scope magnification tiers and reticle styles
  • Animal pelt preservation ratings during wilderness hunting

Specification Policy: Visually verified through official screenshots in Mount Kalaga and Grassrivers. In-game rifle model, calibre, damage multiplier, and scope magnification are unconfirmed in official text.

Source Attribution:
  • Rockstar Games: Places of Leonida — Mount Kalaga Showcase (Screenshot #3 & Text)Official Reference
  • Rockstar Games: Places of Leonida — Grassrivers Showcase (Screenshot #2)Official Reference
RifleHuntingMount KalagaWildlifeOfficial ScreenshotUnconfirmed Name
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MeleeClose Quarters Slot
Officially Shown

Handheld blunt and edged close-quarters tools. A wooden or aluminum baseball bat is visibly held by a man resting it on his shoulder in Port Gellhorn official screenshot #1 (alongside another man resting hands on a shovel). Rockstar Games has not published official melee weapon stats or damage values in text.

Ammunition / Slot Class
N/A (Melee Tool)
Attachment Support
None

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Swing recovery speed and stamina drain
  • Blunt impact knockdown capability against opponents
  • Environmental object destruction (e.g. car windows, locks)

Specification Policy: Melee tools (baseball bat, shovel) visually confirmed in official Port Gellhorn screenshot #1. Full melee arsenal and durability metrics will be benchmarked post-release.

Source Attribution:
  • Rockstar Games: Places of Leonida — Port Gellhorn Showcase (Screenshot #1)Official Reference
  • Rockstar Games: People of Leonida — Lucia Official Profile (Screenshot #1)Official Reference
MeleeBaseball BatPort GellhornOfficial ScreenshotUnconfirmed Name
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ShotgunsPrimary Slot
Awaiting Verification

Close-quarters tactical shotgun slot. While shotguns represent a foundational weapon archetype in all Grand Theft Auto titles, specific in-game shotgun models have not been definitively showcased in official text dossiers or promo spotlights. Retained as a loadout slot awaiting launch confirmation.

Ammunition / Slot Class
12-Gauge Shotgun Shells (Expected)
Attachment Support
Expected: Flashlights, Chokes & Extended Tubes (Unconfirmed)

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Close-range stopping power and pellet spread
  • Pump-action cycle rate between shots
  • Vehicle breaching and obstacle destruction capability

Specification Policy: Standard franchise loadout slot. In-game model name, pellet spread, damage falloff, and tube capacity will be tested upon retail release.

Source Attribution:
ShotgunClose-QuartersBreachingLaw EnforcementAwaiting Spec
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Throwables & TacticalTactical & Thrown Slot
Awaiting Verification

Throwable ordnance and tactical utilities slot (including anticipated grenades, smoke canisters, and incendiary devices). While explosions and bonfires are visible in Port Gellhorn and trailer sequences, specific throwable items have not been detailed in official text dossiers.

Ammunition / Slot Class
Thrown Ordnance (Individual Count)
Attachment Support
None (Consumable Ordnance)

Tracked Loadout & Comparison Fields

  • Blast radius, fragmentation density, and shrapnel dispersion
  • Throw arc indicator and trajectory mechanics
  • Area-denial fire spread dynamics on vegetation and structures

Specification Policy: Core gameplay slot retained for launch verification. Blast radii, fuse times, and in-game purchase prices will be tested post-release.

Source Attribution:
TacticalThrowablesIncendiaryExplosivesAwaiting Spec
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