Optimizing Weapon Use in DayZ: A Comprehensive Guide

Welcome to the ultimate guide for managing and utilizing ammunition in DayZ! In this guide, we’ll break down the key aspects of each weapon and ammo type, highlight the compatible weapons, and provide tips to maximize your survival chances. Let’s dive in! 🏞️🔫

Weapon Damage Per Second (DPS) Ranking #

The DPS (Damage Per Second) of a weapon in DayZ measures how much damage it can deal per second, factoring in its rate of fire. This metric is crucial for understanding the effectiveness of each weapon in combat situations.

Weapon	DPS
LE MAS	1612.05
M4A1	1450.8
LAR	1228.7
DMR	1127.8
AS VAL	1125
AS VAL AP	1125
Vikhr	1125
Vikhr AP	1125
VSS	1125
VSS AP	1125
VSD	1108.33
AUR AX	1074.7
KAM	985.8
M16	985.14
KA 101	967.2
AUR A1	913.5
KA 74	849.7
SK 5966	827.05
KAS 74U	691.9
Vaiga Buck	629.65
SG5 K	600
CR 61 Skorpion	525
Vaiga Slugs	497.6
USG 45	388.3
Deagle	385.75
Deagle Gold	385.75
Bizon	350
Magnum	319.97
Vaiga Rubber	309.38
CR 75	291.57
Mlock 91	291.57
Engraved 1911	284.62
FX 45	284.62
Kolt 1911	284.62
Sawed Off Magnum	284.39
P1 Pistol	262.4
IJ 70	228.79
MK II	150.37
Sporter 22	150.37
BK 133 Buck	90.3
BK 133 Slugs	70.95
CR 550 Savanna	68.18
Mosin 9130	68.18
M 70	68.18
SV 98	67.65
BK 43 Buck	66.66
Blaze	65.89
Sawed off BK 43 Buck	53.96
BK 43 Slugs	52.38
SSG 82	52.27
Sawed off Mosin 9130	51.66
CR 527	50
Pioneer	50
BK 133 Rubber	49.89
Repeater	47.92
Sawed Off Blaze	47.07
Sawed off BK 43 Slugs	42.65
BK 12 Buck	38.69
BK 43 Rubber	36.83
Sawed off BK 12 Buck	31.32
BK 12 Slugs	30.4
Sawed off BK 43 Rubber	26.52
Sawed off BK 12 Slugs	24.75
BK 18	24.62
Longhorn	23.06
BK 12 Rubber	21.37
Crossbow Hunting Bolts	20.63
Crossbow Feathered Bolts	19.69
Crossbow Improvised Bolts	19.69
M79 Launcher Explosive	19.4
M79 Launcher Gas	19.4
M79 Launcher Smoke	19.4

Highest DPS Weapons #

Below is a comprehensive table showing the DPS for various weapons in DayZ:

DPS Table #

Weapon Rate of Fire (RPM) Ranking #

Rate of fire (RPM) measures how many rounds a weapon can fire per minute. Here’s a comprehensive look at the rate of fire for various weapons in DayZ:

Rate of Fire Table #

Weapon	Rate of Fire (RPM)
AS VAL	900 RPM
AS VAL AP	900 RPM
CR 61 Skorpion	900 RPM
LE MAS	900 RPM
M4A1	900 RPM
SG5-K	900 RPM
Vikhr	900 RPM
Vikhr AP	900 RPM
VSS	900 RPM
VSS AP	900 RPM
AUR A1	600 RPM
AUR AX	600 RPM
Bizon	600 RPM
KAM	600 RPM
KAS 74U	600 RPM
KA 101	600 RPM
KA 74	600 RPM
LAR	600 RPM
USG 45	600 RPM
M16	550 RPM
CR 75	451.12 RPM
DMR	451.12 RPM
Engraved 1911	451.12 RPM
FX 45	451.12 RPM
IJ 70	451.12 RPM
Kolt 1911	451.12 RPM
MK II	451.12 RPM
Mlock 91	451.12 RPM
P1 Pistol	451.12 RPM
SK 5966	451.12 RPM
Sporter 22	451.12 RPM
VSD	451.12 RPM
Deagle	300 RPM
Deagle Gold	300 RPM
Vaiga Buck	300 RPM
Vaiga Rubber	300 RPM
Vaiga Slugs	300 RPM
Magnum	276.49 RPM
Sawed Off Magnum	276.49 RPM
BK 133 Buck	38.7 RPM
BK 133 Rubber	38.7 RPM
BK 133 Slugs	38.7 RPM
Repeater	37.1 RPM
BK 43 Buck	28.57 RPM
BK 43 Rubber	28.57 RPM
BK 43 Slugs	28.57 RPM
Sawed off BK 43 Buck	28.57 RPM
Sawed off BK 43 Rubber	28.57 RPM
Sawed off BK 43 Slugs	28.57 RPM
Blaze	27.58 RPM
Sawed Off Blaze	27.58 RPM
CR 527	27.27 RPM
CR 550 Savanna	27.27 RPM
Mosin 9130	27.27 RPM
M 70	27.27 RPM
Pioneer	27.27 RPM
Sawed off Mosin 9130	27.27 RPM
SSG 82	27.27 RPM
SV 98	27.27 RPM
Derringer	16.74 RPM
BK 12 Buck	16.58 RPM
BK 12 Rubber	16.58 RPM
BK 12 Slugs	16.58 RPM
Sawed off BK 12 Buck	16.58 RPM
Sawed off BK 12 Rubber	16.58 RPM
Sawed off BK 12 Slugs	16.58 RPM
BK 18	13.73 RPM
Sawed off BK 18	13.73 RPM
Longhorn	12.67 RPM
Flare Gun	12.16 RPM
Crossbow Feathered Bolts	11.25 RPM
Crossbow Hunting Bolts	11.25 RPM

Weapon Rate of Fire (RPM) Ranking #

The rate of fire (RPM) measures how many rounds a weapon can fire per minute. Here’s a comprehensive look at the rate of fire for various weapons in DayZ:

Overall Weapon Score Ranking #

In DayZ, weapons are ranked based on their overall performance, combining various primary, secondary, and tertiary stats. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the overall scores for various weapons:

Overall Weapon Score Table #

Weapon	Overall Score
DMR	81.7
VSD	79.21
LAR	72.15
LE MAS	70.01
M4A1	69.5
AUR AX	69.07
Mosin 9130	67.99
M 70	65.78
CR 550 Savanna	65.57
SV 98	64.46
Blaze	63.98
KAM	63.43
KA 101	62.24
AUR A1	62.02
M16	61.67
VSS AP	60.38
SK 5966	60.31
VSS	60.1
Vikhr AP	59.42
AS VAL AP	59.34
Vikhr	59.14
AS VAL	59.07
KA 74	58.59
Pioneer	57.77
CR 527	53.64
SSG 82	51.22
KAS 74U	50.65
Sawed Off Blaze	49.37
Sawed off Mosin 9130	49.3
Longhorn	48.1
BK 18	44.22
USG 45	44.2
M79 Launcher Gas	42.79
M79 Launcher Explosive	42.79
M79 Launcher Smoke	42.64
SG5 K	42.57
CR 61 Skorpion	42.48
Bizon	42.04
Deagle Gold	39.3
Deagle	39.3
Vaiga Buck	38.65
Kolt 1911	38.64
Engraved 1911	38.64
FX 45	38.5
Repeater	35.8
Sawed off BK 18	35.66
BK 43 Buck	35.29
BK 12 Buck	35.17
BK 133 Buck	35.15
Magnum	34.96
Vaiga Slugs	34.59
Crossbow Hunting Bolts	34.43
Mlock 91	33.75
Sporter 22	33.64
CR 75	33.11
IJ 70	32.18
BK 43 Slugs	31.68
Sawed Off Magnum	31.66
BK 12 Slugs	31.61
BK 133 Slugs	31.51
P1 Pistol	31.07
Crossbow Feathered Bolts	29.63
Crossbow Improvised Bolts	28.15
MK II	27.76
Sawed off BK 43 Buck	26.93
Derringer	26.91
Sawed off BK 12 Buck	26.83
Sawed off BK 43 Slugs	23.87
Sawed off BK 12 Slugs	23.8
Vaiga Rubber	22.11
BK 43 Rubber	19.97
BK 12 Rubber	19.93
BK 133 Rubber	19.76

Overall Weapon Score Chart #

To provide a comprehensive view of each weapon’s overall performance, here’s a detailed chart showing the overall scores for various weapons in DayZ:

Tips for Efficient Weapons Management #

Managing your weapons effectively in DayZ is key to survival. Here are some top tips to ensure you get the most out of your arsenal:

• Prioritize High-DPS Weapons: Focus on weapons with high damage per second (DPS) for intense combat situations. The LE MAS and M4A1 are excellent choices due to their high DPS ratings.
• Manage Ammo Wisely: Keep track of your ammunition and prioritize collecting ammo types that are compatible with multiple weapons you own.
• Use the Right Weapon for the Situation: Different weapons excel in different scenarios. Sniper rifles like the Mosin 9130 are perfect for long-range engagements, while shotguns are ideal for close quarters.
• Maintain Your Weapons: Regularly check the condition of your weapons and repair them as needed to avoid jams and malfunctions during critical moments.
• Be Strategic with Attachments: Attachments can significantly enhance a weapon’s performance. Use scopes, suppressors, and grips to improve accuracy, reduce Recoil, and stay stealthy.

By mastering the different types of weapons and their uses, you’ll significantly increase your survival chances in DayZ. Stay safe, aim true, and make every shot count! 🎯✨

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