Best Fortnite Weapons: Gun Tier List in Chapter 7 Season 1

Fortnite has completely revamped its arsenal of weapons in Chapter 7 Season 1, with the new season bringing a more focused weapon pool. The release of these new weapons has impacted the meta significantly and emphasized a shift towards raw firepower. Knowing how well these weapons perform is essential if players want to dominate matches.

If you are looking for a comprehensive Fortnite tier list for weapons in Chapter 7 Season 1, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s break down every gun available in Chapter 7 so far, and rank them by their viability.

Fortnite Weapon Tier List – January 2026

Tier	Weapons
S-Tier	Deadeye Assault Rifle, Iron Pump Shotgun, Tactical Pistol
A-Tier	Enforcer AR, Twin Hammer Shotguns, Flex SMG
B-Tier	Dual Micro SMGs, Forsaken Vow Blade, Vengeful Sniper Rifle, Holo Rush SMG
C-Tier	Tactical Assault Rifle, Arc-Lightning Gun, Sovereign Shotgun

Best Fortnite S-Tier Weapons

Deadeye Assault Rifle

Weapon Stats (Legendary)

• DPS: 143
• Body Damage: 26
• Structure Damage: 26
• Headshot Damage: 45 (1.73x multiplier)
• Fire Rate: 5.5
• Magazine Size: 26
• Reload Time: 2.25 s

The Deadeye Assault Rifle tops the Chapter 7 Season 1 weapon tier list, thanks to its built-in scope, little to no recoil, and accuracy. The weapon provides consistent damage at almost any range during combat, especially when ADS. Players can even reload the weapon while aiming down the scope.

With 26 body and 45 headshot damage at Legendary rarity (28 and 53, respectively, for Mythic), the weapon features a 1.73x headshot multiplier. The Deadeye Assault Rifle also features a 26-round magazine and 2.25 s reload time. It is available through loot with a Mythic variant.

Iron Pump Shotgun

Weapon Stats (Legendary)

• DPS: 88.8
• Body Damage: 111
• Structure Damage: 57
• Headshot Damage: 202 (1.82x multiplier)
• Fire Rate: 0.8
• Magazine Size: 5
• Reload Time: 4.59 s

The Iron Pump Shotgun is the most dominant close-range weapon in the Chapter 7 loot pool. With 111 body damage and 202 headshot damage at Legendary rarity (116 and 210, respectively, for Mythic), the Iron Pump shotgun has a 1.82x headshot multiplier.

The Iron Pump Shotgun features a five-shell magazine and quick pullout speed. The weapon’s consistency also allows players to be more aggressive during combat, knowing the damage they will deal. This powerful shotgun is easily available through loot and has a Mythic variant available.

Tactical Pistol

Weapon Stats (Legendary)

• DPS: 193
• Body Damage: 28
• Structure Damage: 28
• Headshot Damage: 56 (2x multiplier)
• Fire Rate: 6.9
• Magazine Size: 15
• Reload Time: 1.3 s

The Tactical Pistol is undoubtedly one of the more surprising standout weapons in Chapter 7 Season 1. This is a full-auto pistol that packs quite a punch despite its small size. The Tactical Pistol can deal 28 body and 56 headshot damage at the Legendary variant, putting out an impressive 193 DPS.

If used efficiently, the Tactical Pistol can serve as a primary weapon rather than just a sidearm. While the weapon has only 15-bullet magazines, its 2x headshot multiplier and 6.9 fire rate make it one of the best weapons in the entire Fortnite gun tier list.

Best Fortnite A-Tier Weapons

Enforcer AR

Weapon Stats (Legendary)

• DPS: 164
• Body Damage: 42
• Structure Damage: 42
• Headshot Damage: 70 (1.67x multiplier)
• Fire Rate: 3.9
• Magazine Size: 20
• Reload Time: 2.25 s

The Enforcer AR is a returning weapon in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1. It serves as a powerful hitscan rifle that packs a powerful punch per-shot. The Enforcer AR can deal 41 body damage and 70 headshot damage at Legendary rarity (45 and 67, respectively, for Mythic).

However, the weapon has noticeable vertical recoil and a much slower fire rate of 3.9, and only 20 bullets in one magazine. However, the 2.25-second reload time makes up for it a little. The Enforcer AR can be found through loot and has a Mythic variant.

Twin Hammer Shotguns

Weapon Stats (Legendary)

• DPS: 157
• Body Damage: 78
• Structure Damage: 40
• Headshot Damage: 125 (1.6x multiplier)
• Fire Rate: 2.01
• Magazine Size: 10
• Reload Time: 2.88 s

The Twin Hammer Shotguns are Chapter 7 Season 1’s fast-firing shotgun alternative. featuring two barrels that alternate shots per trigger pull. Twin Hammer Shotguns deal 78 body damage and 125 headshot damage at Legendary rarity (82 and 130, respectively, for Mythic).

Its 10-shell magazine, mixed with its 2.01 fire rate, can make these shotguns extremely useful in prolonged close-quarter fights. Additionally, the weapon has a much wider pellet spread, making it less accurate. The Hammer Pump Shotguns are also available through loot and in a Mythic variant.

Flex SMG

Weapon Stats (Legendary)

• DPS: 212.5
• Body Damage: 17
• Structure Damage: 17
• Headshot Damage: 26 (1.6x multiplier)
• Fire Rate: 12.5
• Magazine Size: 30
• Reload Time: 1.8 s

The Flex SMG was added to Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 with the 39.20 update, and the weapon has already made a name for itself in the game. The weapon features two firing modes and can deal 17 body damage and 26 headshot damage, with a 1.5x headshot multiplier.

This SMG can be extremely useful and versatile throughout the matches. It provides players with the ability to follow up their shotgun blast with a high damage spray or even laser enemies effectively at close-to-medium ranges.

Best Fortnite B-Tier Weapons

In the B-tier weapons, the Dual Micro SMGs pack the fastest fire rate in the game, but the small magazine size holds them back from being truly exceptional. The Vengeful Sniper Rifle, despite packing huge one-shot potential, remains extremely situational.

The Holo Rush SMG might seem like a great weapon to bridge close and medium-range combat with a holographic scope. However, it remains outclassed in both situations by other viable options. Finally, the Forsaken Vow Blade is less of a traditional weapon as it largely focuses on mobility.

Best Fortnite C-Tier Weapons

The C-tier weapons in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 have massive drawbacks. The Sovereign Shotgun is outclassed in every way by the other shotguns. The Tactical Assault Rifle is another returning weapon in Chapter 7 Season 1, added with the 39.10 patch, yet it fails to be viable at all in Chapter 7.

The Arc Lightning Gun is the most interesting weapon in Chapter 7 Season 1. It works great as a crowd control weapon with its continuous electrical beams chaining between multiple enemies. However, the weapon has a measly 9 DPS, making it unreliable in one-on-one gunfights.

Best Fortnite Assault Rifles

Assault Rifle	Assault Rifle Tier
Deadeye Assault Rifle	S
Enforcer AR	A
Tactical Assault Rifle	B

Among the assault rifles, the Deadeye stands out as the star. With its added scope and fast fire rate, it automatically becomes a better mid-range option than the Enforcer AR. The weapon even has a larger magazine than the Enforcer AR.

The Tactical Assault Rifle fails to stand with the Deadeye and Enforcer AR. It has an extremely limited range and low damage, making it the weakest assault rifle in Chapter 7 Season 1.

Best Fortnite SMGs

SMG	SMG Tier
Flex SMG	S
Dual Micro SMGs	A
Holo Rush SMG	B

The Flex SMG is an extremely versatile weapon, allowing players to switch between two different firing modes. This, mixed with its damage output, makes it a much better option than the Dual Micro SMGs and the Holo Rush SMG.

While the Holo Rush SMG comes with a built-in scope, its raw damage and relatively slow fire rate make it a bit more situational. Additionally, while the Dual Micro SMGs pack a punch, their rate of ammo consumption causes players to reload constantly.

Best Fortnite Shotguns

Shotgun	Shotgun Tier
Iron Pump Shotgun	S
Twin Hammer Shotguns	A
Sovereign Shotgun	B

Fortnite has always been dominated by pump-action shotguns, and the Iron Pump Shotgun continues this tradition. Despite its slow fire rate, the Iron Pump Shotgun possesses one-shot capabilities that put it above its peers, especially when paired with items like Shockwaves.

The Twin Hammer Shotguns, while providing a faster firing alternative, are far less accurate and lack the raw damage players expect from shotguns. Meanwhile, the Sovereign Shotgun fails to make an impression, owing to its low damage and wide pellet spread.

Best Fortnite Sniper Rifles

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 only features one sniper rifle, the Vengeful Sniper Rifle. While this weapon can be extremely deadly at long range, it does require precise aim and timing. The use of the Vengeful Sniper Rifle can be situational, owing to its lack of effectiveness in close-range encounters.

However, when using the rifle as it was intended, the Vengeful Sniper Rifle can be a force to be reckoned with. Since it has 3 bullets in its magazine, players can send out multiple powerful shots to enemies across the map without having to reload.

Best Fortnite Mythic Weapons

Mythic	Tier
Hush’s Deadeye Assault Rifle	S
Pinpoint Iron Pump Shotgun	S
Enhanced Enforcer AR	A
Brutus’ Twin Hammer Shotguns	A
Human Bill’s Arc-Lightning Gun	B

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 features 5 different Mythics for players to acquire. Among these, Hush’s Deadeye Assault Rifle and Pinpoint Iron Pump Shotgun take the cake when it comes to the most powerful Mythics, much like their base variants.

The Enhanced Enforcer AR can serve as a powerful alternative to the Deadeye Assault Rifle, while Brutus’ Twin Hammer Shotguns are better for players who have a hard time landing their shots. Human Bill’s Arc-Lightning Gun lacks any viability in a one-on-one encounter.

Best Fortnite Pistols

The Tactical Pistol can be considered the underdog in Chapter 7 Season 1. Despite its small size, the Tactical Pistol can shred enemies in close-to-medium ranges, functioning like the more powerful version of every SMG in the loot pool.

While it has a limited magazine size, the Tactical Pistol, when used right, can take enemies down in one single clip without having to reload. Its fast fire rate, and its serious damage output put it above almost every other weapon in Chapter 7.

Now that you know the top weapons in the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 gun tier list, which ones are you grabbing the next time you drop from the Battle Bus? Let us know in the comments!