Fortnite Tier List: Best Weapons in Chapter 7 Season 4

Fortnite has revamped its loot pool and subsequently introduced a brand new tier list for the best weapons in Chapter 7 Season 4. While some weapons dominate the meta, others fail to provide utility to a large extent. That said, here’s the rundown of the Fortnite weapon tier list for Chapter 7 Season 4 and what’s worth looking for in-game.

Fortnite Weapon Tier List – September 2026

Tier	Weapons
S	Assault Rifle, 8-Bit Shotgun
A	Pump Shotgun, Drum Gun
B	Ranger Assault Rifle, Mega Buster
C	Tactical Pistol, Sweeper Shotgun

Best Fortnite Meta Loadout in Chapter 7 Season 4

The meta for the weapon tier list in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 primarily focuses on firepower that overwhelms the enemy. While mobility does play an important role, it’s secondary. That said, here is our best Fortnite meta loadout you should use in Battle Royale and Zero Build matches:

• Assault Rifle
• 8-Bit Shotgun 
• Drum Gun
• Shield Potion
• Chug Jug

Based on our own experience, we recommend using the Assault Rifle. It’s fast, hard-hitting, and can take down opponents from afar. Fire in short bursts to keep the crosshair tight, and you should be good.

The next weapon on the Fortnite tier list for Chapter 7 Season 4 that we highly recommend is the 8-Bit Shotgun. It is fully automatic and hits like a truck. For rapid-fire, use the Drum Gun at close-range to make the most of it. Use the weapon in tandem with the Overshield Sprite in Fortnite to boost your own defensive capabilities

We want to recommend the Sonic Power Sneakers in Fortnite for mobility, but it’s not worth the hassle. You’re better off augmenting your inventory with consumables that can restore shields and heal you. If possible, find a Chug Jug; it can really help towards the end game.

Best Fortnite S-Tier Weapons

Assault Rifle (Legendary)

The Assault Rifle in Fortnite is a toned-down variant of the Enhanced version, but it still manages to deliver incredible damage. Truth be told, if you find this version of the weapon, it’s just as good as the Mythic. With 198 DPS, it’s able to hold its own in any situation. Here are the weapon’s stats.

Stat Name	Weapon Stats
DPS	198
Damage	36
Structure Damage	36
Headshot Damage	54
Fire Rate	5.5
Magazine Size	30
Reload Time	2.25s

With five extra bullets per magazine compared to the Enhanced version of the weapon, it gives you more to work with. Just try to keep targets within 50 meters to ensure you’re delivering the most damage possible per shot fired. Then again, if you want to practice shooting long-range in Fortnite bot lobbies, this is the perfect tool for the job.

8-Bit Shotgun (Legendary)

The 8-Bit Shotgun is perhaps the deadliest close-range weapon in the Fortnite loot pool. It’s fully automatic and has a decent spread, which makes it easier to aim for center mass on moving targets. Here are the weapon’s stats.

Stat Name	Weapon Stats
DPS	151.2
Body Damage	108
Structure Damage	70
Headshot Damage	162
Fire Rate	1.4
Magazine Size	10
Reload Time	2.52s

We recommend this over the Pump Shotgun for one specific reason, which is that it’s automatic. You won’t have to chamber a slug after every shot, and in situations where you’re facing off against two or more opponents, this gives you solid crowd control.

Best Fortnite A-Tier Weapons

Pump Shotgun (Legendary)

The Pump Shotgun is an OG Fortnite weapon and hence deserves a spot in the A-tier list for Chapter 7 Season 4. It’s slow to fire after every shot, but if you have a 1-Up Token in Fortnite, you can get up close and personal with your opponents. Just ensure that you aim for the head and make every shot count. Here are the weapon’s stats.

Stat Name	Weapon Stats
DPS	83.3
Damage	119
Structure Damage	55
Headshot Damage	238
Fire Rate	0.7
Magazine Size	5
Reload Time	3.78s

If you manage to get the Pump Shotgun, aim for the head at all times. Unlike the 8-bit Shotgun, it’s slower to shoot, but it does enough damage to get the job done. A well-placed headshot could potentially eliminate an opponent with ease.

Drum Gun (Legendary)

The Drum Gun is incredible at mowing down opponents at close-range, especially if you have the high ground or the enemy is pinned outside the safe zone with a Storm Scout Sprite in Fortnite. What it lacks in quality, it makes up for in quantity. With 40 rounds per magazine, you can easily suppress targets and keep them clinging to cover. Here are the weapon’s stats.

Stat Name	Weapon Stats
DPS	194.4
Damage	24
Structure Damage	24
Headshot Damage	36
Fire Rate	8.1
Magazine Size	40
Reload Time	2.7s

As seen from the stats, it has enough stopping power to hold opponents at bay. However, you may need to switch to a shotgun to deliver the final blow. Consider using the Onigiri Sprite in Fortnite to gain extra mobility to move about while firing. It will be harder for opponents to damage you.

Best Fortnite B-Tier Weapons

Coming to the weapon B-tier list in Chapter 7 Season 4, we have the Ranger Assault Rifle and the Mega Buster in Fortnite. Despite being put in the B-Tier, the Ranger Assault Rifle is a good alternative to the Assault Rifle.

As for the Mega Buster, it’s great at tearing through builds in Battle Royale, but with limited ammo, it’s hard to recommend this weapon. It’s not good at range, and if any enemy comes close, the 8-Bit Shotgun is the better option.

Best Fortnite C-Tier Weapons

On the C-Tier list, we have the Sweeper Shotgun and Tactical Pistol. Take our advice and dump the Tactical Pistol as soon as you land. With the Drum Gun dominating mid-range, it feels more like a gimmick than a weapon. Don’t risk collecting new Sprites in Fortnite without getting a better weapon.

As for the Sweeper Shotgun, it’s good, but again, the 8-Bit is just better in every way. If you find the 8-Bit Shotgun, you don’t need any other close-range weapon. That said, you could pair it with the Overwatch Caduceus Staff in Fortnite to heal on the go.

Best Fortnite Assault Rifles

It comes as no surprise that the Fortnite weapon tier list in Chapter 7 Season 4 has both ARs listed. Despite being of varying quality, they are solid choices to use from the start to the finish of a Battle Royale match. Here’s a list of all AR:

Tier	Assault Rifle	Best For
S	Assault Rifle	Best AR for mid-range fights
B	Ranger Assault Rifle	Good for mid-range fights, but lacks firepower

Aside from these, you could try to get the Enhanced Assault Rifle from Hush. She is not a difficult boss to take down, and it’s worth the effort. You could also get Gold Sprites in Fortnite this way, as she drops them when defeated.

Best Fortnite Shotguns

As of Fortnite update v42.10, there are three shotguns to choose from. The 8-Bit Shotgun is the current meta. It’s fast, reliable, and has a cool built-in system that tracks your score based on eliminations and other factors. Here is the list of all shotguns:

Tier	Shotgun	Best For
S	8-Bit Shotgun	Fully automatic, great at dealing with multiple opponents
A	Pump Shotgun	Deals high headshot damage, but slow to fire
C	Sweeper Shotgun	A reliable alternative if nothing else is available.

If you prefer a more OG weapon, the Pump Shotgun is always reliable. It has a slow fire rate and has a maximum of five rounds, but does tremendous headshot damage. The Sweeper Shotgun, on the other hand, is a good alternative if nothing else can be found.

Now that you know the top weapons in the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 tier list, which ones are you grabbing the next time you drop from the Battle Bus? Let us know in the comments!