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Volpedia/Games/Factorio/Weapons/Shotgun
FACTORIO / WEAPONS

Shotgun

Close-range weapon with spread mechanics that can be effective in suitable encounters.

Original Volpedia referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Quick reference · noindexBASE / CORE SYSTEM
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Practical advice: Control distance and choose targets rather than firing blindly into mobile enemies.
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How it works

Close-range weapon with spread mechanics that can be effective in suitable encounters.

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Practical advice

Control distance and choose targets rather than firing blindly into mobile enemies.

03

Mistakes to avoid

Expecting shotgun spread to hit distant enemies consistently.

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