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The Gauss Rifle uses magnetic induction to propel a projectile at incredible, and devastating speed. Each shot can be "charged" for maximum damage by keeping the trigger held in for a moment before releasing.
”— Fallout 76 loading screen hintsThe Gauss rifle is a weapon in Fallout 76.
Background[]
The Gauss rifle is a coilgun, a type of projectile accelerator, which uses electromagnetic coils configured as a linear motor to accelerate ferromagnetic or conductive projectiles to extreme velocities. Though these weapons were historically suffering from a number of difficulties, focused on discharging the coils in sequence or providing enough power for the coils, these design issues were overcome by German scientists in the 21st century and entered limited service. This class of weapons is named in honor of the German mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss, responsible for formulating the math underlying the magnetic acceleration principle of coilguns.
An interesting variation on the same basic principle of magnetic acceleration, this Gauss rifle utilities a pan magazine, which stores cartridges perpendicular to the axis of rotation.
Characteristics[]
One of the most powerful and rare weapons in the game, the Gauss rifle is unique in that damage depends on the amount of charge provided by the internal generator. Holding down the fire button charges the weapon up, and it takes about 1.5 seconds for the charge to reach maximum capacity (and damage). The weapon fires when the button is released. This makes it an excellent weapon for surprise sniping tactics, as the charge time does not matter if enemies cannot make out the direction of the assault. Still, tapping the firing button allows for a higher firing rate at the expense of damage for those that wish to charge their enemies and blast them to pieces.
Crafting
Components | Requirements | Products | ||
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8 Aluminum 2 Silver 2 Spring 10 Steel 4 Wood 11 Screw | 1 Gauss Rifle |
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Modifications[]
Barrel[]
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Standard Barrel | (E)
Superior Range.
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True Long Barrel | (E)
Superior range, hip-fire accuracy.
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Stabilized Long Barrel | (E)
Superior Range and Recoil.
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Aligned Long Barrel | (E)
Superior Range. Improved recoil and hip-fire accuracy.
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Shielded Barrel | (E)
Standard.
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True Shielded Barrel | (E)
Superior hip-fire accuracy.
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Stabilized Shielded Barrel | (E)
Superior Recoil.
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Aligned Shielded Barrel | (E)
Improved recoil and hip-fire accuracy.
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Stock[]
Mod | Effects | Crafting | ||
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Standard Stock | (E)
Standard.
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True Stock | (E)
Superior hip-fire accuracy.
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Aligned Stock | (E)
Improved recoil and hip-fire accuracy.
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Precise Stock | (E)
Improved Bash damage and hip-fire accuracy.
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Stabilized Stock | (E)
Superior Recoil.
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Forceful Stock | (E)
Improved Bash damage and recoil.
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Bruising Stock | (E)
Superior Bash damage.
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Capacitor[]
Mod | Effects | Crafting | ||
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Large Capacitors | (E)
Superior ammo capacity.
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Stinging Capacitors | (E)
Improved armor penetration, ammo capacity.
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Swift Capacitors | (E)
Improved reload speed, ammo capacity.
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Prime Capacitors | (E)
Superior Damage. Bonus Damage to Scorchbeasts and Scorched.
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Perforating Capacitors | (E)
Superior armor penetration.
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Standard Capacitors | (E)
Standard.
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Quick Capacitors | (E)
Superior reload speed.
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Piercing Capacitors | (E)
Improved reload speed, armor penetration.
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Muzzle[]
Mod | Effects | Crafting | ||
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Compensator | (E)
Improved per-shot recoil. Improved recoil control. Reduced range.
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Suppressor | (E)
Suppresses sound from firing. Improved per-shot recoil. Improved recoil control. Reduced range.
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Sights[]
Mod | Effects | Crafting | ||
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Standard Sights | (E)
Standard.
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Long Scope | (E)
Superior magnification.
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Long Night Vision Scope | (E)
Night vision. Superior magnification.
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Long Recon Scope | (E)
Tracks targets. Superior magnification.
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Medium Scope | (E)
Better magnification.
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Medium Night Vision Scope | (E)
Night vision. Better magnification.
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Gauss Reflex Sight | (E)
Better focus and sighted accuracy.
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Short Scope | (E)
Improved magnification. Superior sighted accuracy.
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Short Night Vision Scope | (E)
Night vision. Improved magnification.
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Short Recon Scope | (E)
Tracks targets. Improved magnification.
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Locations[]
- Found from any locations of the World, f.e. One player found one at Abandoned Mine Shaft 4, the shed in front of the building on a shelf in Ash Heap. Can be bought from Enclave vendors and sometimes other vendors around Appalachia.