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Volpedia/Games/Factorio/Weapons/Artillery turret
FACTORIO / WEAPONS

Artillery turret

Long-range defensive weapon used to attack distant enemy structures.

Original Volpedia referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Quick reference · noindexBASE / CORE SYSTEM
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Practical advice: Prepare for the enemy retaliation provoked by artillery fire.
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How it works

Long-range defensive weapon used to attack distant enemy structures.

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Practical advice

Prepare for the enemy retaliation provoked by artillery fire.

03

Mistakes to avoid

Expanding artillery coverage without strengthening nearby walls.

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