The post-apocalyptic setting of Far Cry: New Dawn provides some interesting weapons for players to craft. Gamers can create a total of 22 Elite weapons in New Dawn, each of which will require a ton of scarce materials. Players that want to dominate in PVE need to get their hands on epic gear.

While each of these epic weapons is good, a few stand above the rest. There are also a couple of rank three guns that make it into the top tier. This guide will cover the top ten weapons to use in New Dawn , as well as the materials needed to craft them.

Updated on September 13, 2021 by Payton Lott: To unlock all of the weapons in this list, gamers will have to progress through the story and get to Workbench level 3. Most of the weapons will need to be crafted, but a few can be purchased from the store with credits. The upgraded or "Elite" versions of each weapon have buffed stats and often add an intrinsic trait to the weapon. Elite weapons also have improved aesthetics. For example, the Saw Launcher V.T. skin shoots out guided boomerang saws.

This updated list will cover the 15 best guns in New Dawn . In addition, the list will include different variants of the Elite versions of each weapon. Most of the skins are merely cosmetic changes, which can be purchased at the store without the need to gather resources. However, there are two distinct types of Saw Launchers. The advantages and disadvantages of each weapon are discussed in detail below.

15 A.J.M.9 "Blood Dragon"

AJM9 Blood Dragon

Players will have a blast using this fully auto pistol. It is strictly a close-range gun but does a massive amount of damage in less than a second. The A.J.M.9 will take out bad guys in an instant. There are a few issues with the gun, however. It only has 18 rounds per clip, and is essentially useless beyond a few meters. Still, it is a really enjoyable weapon to use, and it performs very well at point blank range. Craft it using:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 116 Components
  • 112 Gears
  • 6 Carbon Fiber
New Dawn M-16

The M-16 has a faster fire rate than the AK-MS, but it only deals 100 damage per bullet. It is a solid weapon with controllable recoil that can be used at almost any range. Even though it can be outclassed by the AK, it is still a lot of fun to use.

A fast fire rate makes it more forgiving and easier to use than other fully auto weapons. The main downside to using the gun is the small 30 round magazine. Players will burn through ammunition way too quickly when using the AR. Here's what players need to craft it:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 129 Springs
  • 125 Titanium
  • 6 Circuit Boards

13 AR-C "Rock-Paper-Scissors"

ARC New Dawn

Almost everyone will agree that the AR-C is the best-looking AR in the game. It looks cool and is sort of the hybrid between the M-16 and AK-MS. It does more damage than the M-16, but less than the AK. Both the M-16 and AR-C have the same fire rate, which makes the AR-C slightly better due to a higher damage output. The AK may be better, but the AR-C is more forgiving. Craft it with:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 125 Gears
  • 129 Springs
  • 6 Carbon Fiber

12 D50 "DIY"

New Dawn D50

An upgraded D50 will kill most enemies with one shot to the head. The gun has a 10 round magazine, which means players can theoretically get 10 kills per clip. Rank three enemies can be taken down with the D50 in just two chest shots. Even elite enemies will fall if hit by three D50 shots to the chest.

The weapon has a clean optic and reticle and is one of the most dominant weapons in the game. Gamers can use the D50 like a shotgun or snipe enemies from miles away. Here's what players need to craft it:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 119 Gears
  • 122 Springs
  • 6 Carbon Fiber

11 P08 "It's A Tarp"

Its a Tarp Po8 New Dawn

The P08 is a classic Far Cry weapon, with a slow fire rate and high damage. It fires faster than the D50, and dishes out more damage than the A.J.M.9. While the P08 may not be the most powerful weapon in the game, it is a versatile option that can take down most high-level enemies. Gamers can even use the pistol at extended ranges. It has the accuracy and damage needed to be a reliable weapon in New Dawn. Use the following to craft it:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 112 Duct Tape
  • 116 Springs
  • 6 Carbon Fiber

10 SA-50 "Length Of Pipe"

Far Cry SA-50 (1)

Gamers that prefer to take down enemies from distance should be using the SA-50. The sniper is by far the most effective long-distance weapon in New Dawn. Even better, the gun is suppressed. Players can wipe entire camps with just one clip while using the SA-50. Unlike the other snipers in the game, the SA-50 is not a bolt action rifle. It has the same damage output and range as the MBP .50, but with a faster fire rate. Craft it with these materials:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 136 Duct Tape
  • 132 Gears
  • 7 Carbon Fiber

The "Space Force" SA-50 is the alternative variant of the weapon. The second skin certainly looks cleaner than the "Length of Pipe" variant. It can be crafted with the same materials, or purchased for 600 creds.

9 RAT4

Far Cry Rat 4

The rank three launcher is essentially a mortar strike packed into one rocket. The RAT4 is an incredible weapon to use when taking out vehicles, as well as attacking multiple enemies in a confined space. This gun goes boom, and that is all players need to know. It can be crafted with the items below:

  • 238 Components
  • 291 Duct Tape
  • 168 Titanium

8 SPAS-12 "Spraypaint and Pray"

Far Cry 5 Spas 12 (1)

The SPAS-12 is a semi-automatic suppressed shotgun with an eight-round magazine. The weapon absolutely obliterates enemies at close ranges. With high damage and sound suppression, it is a must-have for players that like to sneak attack enemy camps from close ranges. The shotgun also has one of the best scopes in the game. Players will need the following materials to craft the gun:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 125 Titanium
  • 6 Circuit Boards
  • 129 Components

7 MG-42 "Blunderbuss"

Far Cry 5 MG-42

The MG-42 is one of the loudest and also one of the most satisfying weapons to use in Far Cry New Dawn . The weapon's large clip, high damage, and insane fire rate make it one of the top options in the game. However, the reload add time is horrendous. It is definitely one of the most fun and useful weapons to use in the apocalypse. Gamers will need the following items to craft it:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 136 Components
  • 132 Titanium
  • 7 Circuit Boards

6 D2 "Such A Boar"

D2 New Dawn

The D2 is unique because it has one of the highest damage outputs in the game and it is a sidearm. Players can pair this weapon with a medium to long-range primary and melt enemies from any range.

As a double-barreled shotgun, it will only have two bullets per magazine. Still, the weapon will do a lot of damage and it will not take up the main weapon slot. The epic shotgun is crafted by using the four items below:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 136 Components
  • 132 Gears
  • 7 Carbon Fiber

Players can also opt for the "Blissful Agony" skin of the D2, which has identical stats. Gamers have the option to craft the variant or purchase it at the store for 400 creds.

5 BP-2 Assault Rifle "The Works"

BP-2 The Works New Dawn

This weapon is one of the most versatile weapons in the game and can be used from medium to long-range. The BP-2 has a high fire rate, moderate damage, and low recoil. The weapon's sights are good as well, making it an all-around balanced weapon in New Dawn. Players will need the four items below to craft it:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 129 Components
  • 125 Titanium
  • 6 Circuit Boards

4 AK-MS "Radiation-Pink"

Far Cry New Dawn AK-MS (1)

New Dawn's version of the AK-47 deals 155 damage per bullet with an impressive 600 rounds per minute. At any range, the AK is a reliable option for players. The gun has controllable recoil, as well as good accuracy and handling. Players can craft the weapon if they have the items below:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 129 Duct Tape
  • 125 Titanium
  • 6 Carbon Fiber

3 Compound Bow "Lucky Shot"

Far-Cry-New-Dawn-Epic-Weapons Compound Bow (1)

Gamers that have played the last few Far Cry titles know that the bow is always one of the best weapons, and this holds true in Far Cry New Dawn. The Compound bow deals 1,200 damage per shot, and can be modified to deal even more. More importantly, hunting with a bow will yield two times the meat and skin from each animal. The Compound Bow can be crafted with the below four materials:

  • 100 Ethanol
  • 122 Springs
  • 119 Titanium
  • 6 Circuit Boards

For those that prefer the Blood Dragon variants, Ubisoft added the Recurve Bow to the game. People can purchase the other skin with 400 credits or use the same materials as above.

2 Saw Launcher V.T.

far-cry-new-dawn-sawblade

The Saw Launcher V.T. is a peculiar weapon that fires three bladed discs which deal 1,200 damage each. It is not the most practical weapon, because it will fire three shots at once and it does not have an ideal ammo capacity. Still, players will be able to loot the enemies they kill and retrieve most of the ammo. With just one shot, nearly every enemy in the game will go down. Gamers need the following items to craft the Disc Launcher:

  • 1 Monstrous Bear Skin
  • 13 Carbon Fiber
  • 244 Titanium
  • 12 Circuit Boards

Bear With Me Saw Launcher

Some players will prefer the more practical "Bear With Me" skin, which fires blades one by one. Both of the weapons have the same damage per blade. For most enemies a direct 1,200 damage hit will be sufficient. If it isn't, the single shot saw launcher has a magazine of 10 instead of 6. While the rate of fire may be the same, the Saw Launcher V.T will need to be reloaded five times more than the single blade launcher.

One other key difference is that the Bear With Me blades ricochet and the V.T sawblades pierce enemies. All of the sawblades are magnetic, which makes them essentially homing projectives. Each of the launchers must be crafted and they are not available for purchase in the store.

1 Vector .45

Far Cry 5 Vector.45

The Vector fires at a rapid 1,200 rpm and it has seemingly no recoil at all. The rank three SMG is a monster at close to medium ranges and will take down hordes of enemies with ease. It is probably the most impressive weapon to use at medium range in the game, and players need to get their hands on it. Gamers will need the four items below:

  • 75 Ethanol
  • 95 Duct Tape
  • 92 Gears
  • 136 Carbon Fiber

Vectors come in both a Rank II and Rank III version. Rank III Vectors deal 17 more damage with the same ROF and magazine.

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