Hunting rifle

Hunting rifles are semi-automatic weapons designed for use in hunting, as opposed to personal defense. After the Great War, their accuracy and power allowed them to be adapted for hunting non-traditional types of game as well.

Colt Rangemaster


The Colt Rangemaster is a powerful semiautomatic rifle chambered for .223 caliber ammunition. The ammunition combined with a 1:10" barrel rifling twist gives it excellent accuracy at range. Combination of durable metals and wooden furniture make it an exceptionally durable firearm. The rifle can accept an aftermarket Loophole x20 or Triveld x10 scope. 
 * For the modified version found in Fallout 2, see: scoped hunting rifle

Bolt action hunting rifle


A classic bolt-action rifle design dating back to the 20th century. Its rugged design, performance against a variety of game, and accuracy made it a staple of American hunting before the Great War. The nuclear holocaust has merely changed the type of animal hunted by the owner of the rifle. The availability of replacement units often cause owners to neglect their rifles, though their performance even while damaged and far between repairs is a testament to the quality of this all American design. While the basic model was chambered for the venerable .308 round, hunters in the Capital Wasteland area are known to use a model chambered for .32 caliber rounds meant for pistols.


 * For the unique version found in Fallout 3, see: Ol' Painless.
 * For the non-player character version found in Fallout: New Vegas, see: Boone's scoped hunting rifle.
 * For the unique version added by Gun Runners' Arsenal, see: Paciencia.
 * For the unique version found in Fallout 4, see: Tinker Tom Special.
 * For the unique version found in Fallout Shelter, see: Ol' Painless.

Varmint rifle


A lightweight bolt-action rifle chambered in 5.56mm, the varmint rifle is exactly what it says on the tin: A hunting weapon designed for pest control. Although ostensibly designed for non-game varmints (rodents, birds, small canines, and other pests), it performs reasonably well against game animals of all kinds. The rugged design, common ammo, and good performance make it a favorite of hunters on a budget – or simply looking to acquire their prey in good condition.


 * For the unique version, see: Ratslayer.

9mm hunting rifle


A portable hunting rifle for small game, it is good for attacking targets located a fair bit of distance away, especially if they do not realize they are sighted for an attack.

Behind the scenes

 * According to the Fallout demo the Colt Rangemaster's item name was originally going to be "Semi Auto Rifle".
 * The weapon model in Fallout 3 was created by Liquid Development.