Forum:Will companions use the correct ammo type?

I have Boone as a companion, and I have given him the Gobi Trail Rifle. What I was wondering is if I give him both Hollow Point and AP ammo, will he choose the right ammo based on the type of target?

I've wondered the same, at present it seems as though companions will only use standard ammo and then complain about needing more ammo if they are not using their standard weapon. However i'll need to test this out more before knowing for sure. 94.6.130.60 14:17, December 22, 2010 (UTC)

I believe (from what I've observed/read) that companions always aim for getting the highest DPS if you give them multiple ammo types, so he'll likely pick the hollow-point rounds regardless of what he's shooting at. Usernametaken 18:16, December 22, 2010 (UTC)

Already tested this some time ago and they just pick whatever is on top in their inventory. You cannot change it in any way unless maybe you mod the game or they patched to change this. --PvtNiss 23:43, December 22, 2010 (UTC)

Just give your companion ONE ammo type at a time and they will use whatever you give them. However, make sure they don't run out. e.g. Cass (I give her a Hunting Shotgun) 12 Guage, Slug - formidable!! Pedantic roc 10:57, December 23, 2010 (UTC)