What is the DPS of the Kettle in ARC Raiders?

The Kettle has a DPS of 221, with 8.5 damage per shot at 26 RPM fire rate. It uses Light Ammo with 40% armor penetration. The Kettle is a common assault rifle rated S-Tier tier in the current ARC Raiders meta.

Where can I find the Kettle in ARC Raiders?

The Kettle can be found at these locations in ARC Raiders: Dam Battlegrounds supply crates, Blue Gate weapon racks, Common ground loot across all zones. As a common weapon, it spawns frequently across all zones. You can also craft it at the Default Workbench (Level 1).

Is the Kettle good in ARC Raiders?

The Kettle is rated S-Tier tier in the current ARC Raiders meta, making it generally outclassed by other options. It is best suited for PvP, PvE, Long Range encounters. Its low recoil makes it easy to control. Check our weapon tier list for the full ARC Raiders meta rankings.

How do I craft the Kettle in ARC Raiders?

The Kettle can be crafted at the Default Workbench (Level 1). You need: 6x Metal Parts, 8x Rubber Parts. Crafting takes 12 seconds.

What ammo does the Kettle use in ARC Raiders?

The Kettle uses Light Ammo ammunition with 40% armor penetration. Light ammo is the most common ammo type and can be found everywhere. You can also craft light ammo at the Default Workbench.

Assault Rifle

Kettle

CommonS-Tier

A semi-automatic light rifle that punches well above its rarity. The Kettle is one of the most reliable guns in ARC Raiders thanks to its pinpoint accuracy and efficient ammo economy. Semi-auto rewards trigger discipline and makes every shot count. Nerfed in the Shrouded Sky update (damage 10 → 8.5).

Weapon Stats

Light Ammo (40% pen.)

Damage

8.5LO

Fire Rate

26 RPMLO

DPS

221MID

Magazine

24LO

Reload

2sMID

Range

70HI

Accuracy

82HI

Recoil

20/100LO

Ammo Type

Light AmmoArmor Penetration: 40%

Best For

PvPPvELong Range

Where to Find

Dam Battlegrounds supply crates
Blue Gate weapon racks
Common ground loot across all zones

Combat Tips

1Semi-auto means zero wasted ammo if your aim is on point. Tap heads at range and watch players melt.
2Light ammo is everywhere, so you will never run dry. Perfect starter weapon that stays viable all game.
3Pairs well with a shotgun or SMG to cover close range where the semi-auto fire rate struggles.

Quick Stats

8.5

Damage

221

DPS

26 RPM

Fire Rate

Magazine

Reload

70/100

Range

How to Craft Kettle

Crafted at Default Workbench (Level 1) · 12s craft time

6xMetal Parts 8xRubber Parts

Kettle Performance Breakdown

Burst DPS

221

While the magazine lasts

Sustained DPS

Including the 2s reload — 98% lower

Damage / Magazine

204

24 rounds × 8.5

Shots to break each shield

Shield	Shots	Time	One magazine?
Light Shield (75 HP)	9	18.46s	Yes
Medium Shield (125 HP)	15	32.31s	Yes
Heavy Shield (200 HP)	24	53.08s	Yes

At 8.5 damage per shot and 26 RPM, the Kettle strips a Light Shield in 9 shots (18.46s) and a Heavy Shield in 24. A full 24-round magazine covers even a Heavy Shield, so you can commit to the fight without a reload window.

Factoring the 2s reload in, real damage output settles at 4 sustained DPS — 98% below the 221 burst figure. That is a steep fall-off, so this weapon rewards landing its damage in one magazine and swapping rather than reloading under fire.

Among the 5 assault rifles in ARC Raiders, the Kettle ranks 4th for DPS and 5th for damage per shot. Its closest performance rivals are Arpeggio (183 DPS), Rattler (300 DPS) and Tempest (440 DPS).

Figures derived from in-game stats; shield pools match the Loadout Builder.

Kettle Combat Guide & Meta Analysis

The Kettle is a common assault rifle in ARC Raiders, currently rated S-Tier tier in the Nomadic Envoys patch 1.29.0 weapon meta. With 8.5 damage per shot and a fire rate of 26 RPM, it puts out 221 DPS — placing it in a balanced damage bracket suitable for most fights. The 24-round magazine and 2s reload window mean you should be conscious of mag dumps but can usually finish a 1v1 before reloading.

Recoil sits at 20/100, which makes the Kettle one of the easier weapons to control in ARC Raiders — even console players can keep the reticle on target during full-auto bursts. Effective range tops out around 70/100, so the Kettle excels in long-distance engagements where most other Raiders are still closing the gap. It feeds on light ammo (40% armor penetration), so it punches through Heavy shields and lets you contest armored Raiders directly.

For ARC Raiders players asking where to find the Kettle, the most reliable spawns are at Dam Battlegrounds supply crates, Blue Gate weapon racks, Common ground loot across all zones. If RNG isn't on your side, you can also craft the Kettle at the Default Workbench (Level 1) using 6× Metal Parts, 8× Rubber Parts. No blueprint required, so you can craft it as soon as you unlock the workbench level.Best paired with shields and augments that complement its long-range scoped playstyle. For a side-by-side comparison against the rest of the ARC Raiders weapon roster, see our weapon tier list.