Pistols Tier List for Arc Raiders

Pistols serve as reliable sidearms when your primary runs dry. The best pistols combine fast handling with enough damage to finish fights. The <a href="/items/hairpin">Hairpin</a> and <a href="/items/bettina">Bettina</a> are standout sidearms that can save your life in a pinch.

S Tier

Elite sidearms that double as viable primary weapons. Fast draw speed, strong damage, and reliable accuracy.

• Equalizer (Legendary)
• Bettina I (Epic)
• Bettina II (Epic)
• Bettina III (Epic)
• Bettina IV (Epic)
• Bobcat I (Epic)
• Bobcat II (Epic)
• Bobcat III (Epic)
• Bobcat IV (Epic)
• Heavy Shield (Epic)

A Tier

Solid backup weapons that perform when you need them. Quick to draw and dependable in emergencies.

• Anvil I (Uncommon)
• Anvil II (Uncommon)
• Anvil III (Uncommon)
• Anvil IV (Uncommon)
• Arpeggio I (Uncommon)
• Arpeggio II (Uncommon)
• Arpeggio III (Uncommon)
• Arpeggio IV (Uncommon)
• Burletta I (Uncommon)
• Burletta II (Uncommon)

B Tier

Acceptable sidearms for basic backup duty. They work but you will wish you had something better in a tight spot.

• Burletta III (Uncommon)
• Burletta IV (Uncommon)
• Falco Pistol (Uncommon)
• Ferro DMR (Uncommon)
• Il Toro I (Uncommon)
• Il Toro II (Uncommon)
• Il Toro III (Uncommon)
• Il Toro IV (Uncommon)
• Brezza SMG (Common)
• Corvo Pistol (Common)

C Tier

Weak pistols that barely justify the inventory slot. Better to carry extra ammo for your primary than equip these.

• Ferro I (Common)
• Ferro II (Common)
• Ferro III (Common)
• Ferro IV (Common)
• Ferro Rifle (Common)
• Flechette Shotgun (Common)
• Hairpin I (Common)
• Hairpin II (Common)
• Hairpin III (Common)
• Hairpin IV (Common)