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There are dozens of different weapons to use inFallout 4, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Whether you’re a spiked bat-wielding barbarian or a sniper taking down raiders from afar, there are tons of different ways to survive in the wasteland.
One of the more popular weapon choices is the Gauss rifle, a medium-range rifle that uses an electromagnetic charge to launch projectiles. The Gauss rifle can also be charged up to increase the power of the shot, greatly increasing the damage dealt. If you’re looking to get your hands on a Gauss rifle as soon as possible, you’ve come to the right place.
How To Get A Gauss Rifle
There are several Gauss rifles that can be found around the Commonwealth, but most of them will require some kind ofprerequisite, whether that be being acertain levelorowning a certain perk. All the Gauss rifles that can be found are listed below, as well as what you’ll need to do to get them.
How To Get It
Skylanes Flight 1981
Need Rank 3 Locksmith perk and at leastlevel 32. Found in the hidden compartment in the cockpit.
Same as Skylanes Flight 1981.
The Prydwen
Found inTeagan’s shop, but can’t be purchased. Instead, you have tostealit.
Nuka-Town Market
Sold byAaron Corbett. Requires theNuka-World DLC, which needs you to be level 30 to start.
Dropped from enemies
The following enemies often carry Gauss rifles.
You can also get the unique Gauss rifleThe Last Minuteby buying it fromRonnie Shawafter completing theMinutemen quest “Old Guns”. This weapon functions similarly to normal Gauss rifles, but has theLegendary effect Crippling, which deals extra limb damage.
How To Get Gauss Rifle Ammo
The Gauss rifle needs special ammo,2mm EC. These electromagnetic cartridges are mainly obtained through crafting or vendors. From level 28 and above, you may purchase 2mm EC from the following vendors.
Ronnie Shaw
How To Craft 2mm EC Ammo
You can also craft Gauss rifle ammo if you have the Contraptions DLC and access to anAmmunition Plant workbench. You’ll also need theRank 4 Gun Nut perkto craft 2mm EC. You can use the following materials at an Ammunition Plant.
