ARC Raiders’ Venator pistol — stats, attachments, crafting, upgrades
Arc RaidersA rare twin‑shot sidearm with moderate armor penetration, detailed stats, and the exact materials to craft and upgrade.
The Venator is a rare, semi‑automatic pistol built around a twin‑shot trait that fires two rounds per trigger press. It uses medium ammo, carries a 10‑round magazine, and offers moderate penetration against ARC armor. Out of the box, it balances quick handling with respectable reach and stability, and it weighs 2kg.
Venator I base stats (rare pistol)
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Special trait | Twin Shot |
| Ammo type | Medium |
| Magazine size | 10 |
| Firing mode | Semi‑automatic |
| ARC armor penetration | Moderate |
| Damage | 18 |
| Fire rate | 36.7 |
| Range | 48.4 |
| Stability | 61.3 |
| Agility | 76.4 |
| Stealth | 12 |
| Weight | 2kg |
| Durability (base) | 100 |
| Sell price | 7,000 |
What this feels like in play: the Venator delivers tight, rhythmic bursts with controllable recoil and enough range to stay effective beyond knife‑fight distances. The upgrade path leans into a faster cadence and shorter reloads.
Attachment compatibility
| Slot | Compatible attachments |
|---|---|
| Underbarrel | Angled Grip I; Vertical Grip II |
| Magazine | Extended Medium Mag I; Extended Medium Mag II; Extended Medium Mag III |
Grips help manage the Venator’s twin‑shot rhythm, while extended medium magazines counter the small base mag.
How to get the Venator (sources and crafting)
- Sources: Scavenging, Crafting
| Recipe | Workbench | Result | Blueprint required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2× Advanced Mechanical Components + 3× Medium Gun Parts + 5× Magnet | Gunsmith Level 2 | Venator I | Yes |
Upgrade path and benefits
| From → To | Recipe | Workbench | Upgrade effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venator I → Venator II | Venator I + 1× Advanced Mechanical Components + 2× Medium Gun Parts | Gunsmith Level 1 | +22% fire rate, −16% reload time, +10 durability |
| Venator II → Venator III | Venator II + 1× Advanced Mechanical Components + 2× Medium Gun Parts | Gunsmith Level 1 | +44% fire rate, −33% reload time, +20 durability |
| Venator III → Venator IV | Not listed | Gunsmith Level 1 | +66% fire rate, −50% reload time, +30 durability |
Each tier pushes the Venator’s cadence higher while cutting downtime, making the later tiers feel markedly more responsive in fights.
Repair, recycling, and durability
| Action | Item | Materials | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repair | Venator II | 2× Advanced Mechanical Components + 1× Medium Gun Parts | +50 durability |
| Recycle | Venator I | Yields 1× Advanced Mechanical Components + 2× Medium Gun Parts | — |
Repair costs for Venator I, III, and IV are not specified. Recycling higher tiers isn’t documented either.
Where the Venator fits
The Venator sits between low‑impact starter pistols and heavy sidearms. With moderate armor penetration and a twin‑shot pattern, it’s a reliable secondary when you need fast, repeatable bursts without committing to a full‑auto primary. If reloads are slowing you down, the upgrade track’s reload time cuts make a noticeable difference, especially given the 10‑round magazine.
Pair it with a grip to smooth out follow‑up shots and consider extended magazines if you’re leaning on the Venator as your primary finisher.
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