Rust Weapons Database
Browse all 34 weapons in Rust, from primitive spears to military-grade assault rifles.
Light Machine Guns
(1)SMGs
(3)Thompson
Tier 1The Thompson is a classic SMG with a distinctive drum magazine, offering reliable performance at close range.
MP5A4
Tier 3The MP5A4 is a military grade SMG with high accuracy and moderate damage, perfect for close to medium range combat.
Custom SMG
Tier 2A makeshift SMG that can be crafted early game. Less accurate than military weapons but still effective.
Shotguns
(4)Pump Shotgun
Tier 2A powerful close-range weapon that fires buckshot or slugs. Devastating at close range but ineffective at distance.
Double Barrel Shotgun
Tier 1A primitive shotgun with two barrels. Can fire both barrels at once for devastating damage.
Waterpipe Shotgun
Tier 1The most primitive firearm in Rust. Single shot with slow reload but cheap to craft.
Spas-12 Shotgun
MilitaryA military grade semi-automatic shotgun with high damage and fast follow-up shots.
Sniper Rifles
(2)Pistols
(5)Eoka Pistol
PrimitiveAn extremely primitive pistol. Unreliable but very cheap to craft.
Python Revolver
Tier 2A powerful revolver with high damage. Superior to the standard revolver.
M92 Pistol
MilitaryA military grade pistol with high damage and accuracy. Cannot be crafted.
Semi-Automatic Pistol
Tier 1A semi-automatic pistol with moderate damage and good fire rate. Reliable sidearm.
Revolver
Tier 1A reliable six-shot revolver. Good damage but slow fire rate.
Bows & Crossbows
(3)Compound Bow
Tier 2An advanced bow with mechanical advantage. Higher damage and velocity than hunting bow.
Crossbow
Tier 1A mechanical bow that shoots arrows with high accuracy. Good damage but slow reload.
Hunting Bow
PrimitiveA primitive bow made from wood and cloth. Silent and effective for hunting.
Launchers
(2)Melee Weapons
(9)Longsword
Tier 2A well-crafted sword with excellent balance. High damage and good reach.
Combat Knife
Tier 2A military combat knife with high slash damage. Fast attack speed and good for stealth.
Salvaged Sword
Tier 1A makeshift sword with excellent reach and damage. The best melee weapon for combat.
Mace
Tier 1A blunt weapon that does high damage to armor. Good for breaking bones.
Salvaged Cleaver
Tier 1A large butcher cleaver. Great for harvesting meat from animals.
Machete
Tier 1A large blade weapon with good reach and damage. Effective for both combat and harvesting.
Stone Spear
PrimitiveAn improved spear with a stone tip. Better damage than wooden spear.
Bone Knife
PrimitiveA primitive knife made from bone fragments. Better than rock for harvesting.
Wooden Spear
PrimitiveA primitive spear with good reach. Can be thrown for ranged damage.
Rust Weapons Guide
Weapons are essential for survival in Rust. From primitive tools to military-grade firearms, choosing the right weapon can mean the difference between victory and defeat in PvP encounters.
Weapon Tiers
- Primitive: Basic weapons like spears and bows, crafted from common materials
- Tier 1: Early-game firearms requiring a Workbench Level 1
- Tier 2: Mid-game weapons requiring Workbench Level 2
- Tier 3: End-game weapons requiring Workbench Level 3
- Military: Elite weapons only found in high-tier monuments and airdrops
Choosing the Right Weapon
Consider your playstyle, available resources, and situation when selecting weapons. Long-range engagements favor rifles and snipers, while close-quarters combat benefits from shotguns and SMGs. Always carry a sidearm for backup, and don't underestimate the power of primitive weapons in the early game.