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This article is about assault rifle weapons in Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, Mass Effect 3, and Mass Effect: Andromeda. For the skill in Mass Effect: Andromeda, see Assault Rifles (skill) . |
Assault rifles are one of the primary weapons in the Mass Effect universe. Extensively used by factions across the galaxy, assault rifles generally offer mid-range stopping power, more accuracy than submachine guns, and overheat allowances larger than shotguns, pistols/heavy pistols, or sniper rifles.
Contents
- 1 Mass Effect
- 2 Mass Effect 2
- 3 Mass Effect 3
- 3.1 Assault Rifle Models
- 3.1.1 Adas Anti-Synthetic Rifle
- 3.1.2 Cerberus Harrier
- 3.1.3 Chakram Launcher
- 3.1.4 Collector Assault Rifle
- 3.1.5 Geth Pulse Rifle
- 3.1.6 Geth Spitfire
- 3.1.7 M-7 Lancer
- 3.1.8 M-8 Avenger
- 3.1.9 M-15 Vindicator
- 3.1.10 M-37 Falcon
- 3.1.11 M-55 Argus
- 3.1.12 M-76 Revenant
- 3.1.13 M-96 Mattock
- 3.1.14 M-99 Saber
- 3.1.15 N7 Typhoon
- 3.1.16 N7 Valkyrie
- 3.1.17 Particle Rifle
- 3.1.18 Phaeston
- 3.1.19 Striker Assault Rifle
- 3.2 Weapon Modifications
- 3.1 Assault Rifle Models
- 4 Mass Effect: Andromeda
- 5 See Also
Mass Effect[edit | edit source]
Assault rifles refer to both the weapon type and the combat-oriented talent available only to Soldiers, the Turian Agent, and the Krogan Battlemaster as a starting talent. Assault rifles are designed for any combat situation, allowing for close-, medium-, and even (in the right circumstances) long-range combat.
Their automatic fire makes assault rifles perfectly designed for taking down enemies quickly or providing cover fire, but due to their high recoil, sniping with assault rifles is very difficult. Short, controlled bursts and a crouching stance are required to hit anything at long range. At close range, spraying bullets into a target is effective, if not as quick as a shotgun blast.
The Assault Rifle talent unlocks the Overkill ability. When active this causes the assault rifle to generate less heat (thus taking longer to overheat) and increases accuracy.
Assault Rifles is an excellent bonus talent for biotic or tech-focused characters. They have a rate of fire of 10 shots per second.
See also: Assault Rifle Guide.
Talent Ranks[edit | edit source]
- Level 1: Overkill
- Level 2: Increases damage by 5%. Increases accuracy by 10%.
- Level 3: Increases damage by 8%. Increases accuracy by 14%.
- Level 4: Increases damage by 10%. Increases accuracy by 17%.
- Level 5: Increases damage by 12%. Increases accuracy by 20%. Unlocks Shotguns (Krogan Battlemaster).
- Level 6: Increases damage by 14%. Increases accuracy by 22%. Unlocks Sniper Rifles (Turian Agent).
- Level 7: Increases damage by 16%. Increases accuracy by 24%. Unlocks Sniper Rifles (Soldier).
- Level 8: Advanced Overkill
- Level 9: Increases damage by 18%. Increases accuracy by 26%.
- Level 10: Increases damage by 19%. Increases accuracy by 28%.
- Level 11: Increases damage by 20%. Increases accuracy by 30%.
- Level 12: Master Overkill
Overkill[edit | edit source]
Overkill is used by characters that can specialize in assault rifles. Soldiers, the Turian Agent, and the Krogan Battlemaster can learn this skill. It allows for firing of the rifle for long periods, with seriously reduced overheating and extra accuracy.
Note: Switching weapons, changing the equipped assault rifle to a different model, or modifying any upgrades currently installed on the rifle, will immediately cancel Overkill if it was active. This applies to all similar weapon talents in Mass Effect, for both Shepard and squadmates.
Overkill[edit | edit source]
- Firing rifles generates 40% less heat, costs 20% less accuracy.
- Duration: 10s.
- Recharge Time: 45s.
Advanced Overkill[edit | edit source]
- Firing rifles generates 50% less heat, costs 30% less accuracy.
- Duration: 12s.
- Recharge Time: 45s.
Master Overkill[edit | edit source]
- Firing rifles generates 60% less heat, costs 40% less accuracy.
- Duration: 15s.
- Recharge Time: 45s.
Assault Rifle types[edit | edit source]
Below is a list of the types of Assault Rifles and their base stats:

Tsunami Assault Rifle
Tsunami line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Ariake Technologies | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | 216 | 228 | 240 | 252 | 264 | 276 | 288 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | 46.3 | 48.6 | 51.1 | 53.8 | 57 | 60.4 | 64.4 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 |

Crossfire Assault Rifle
Crossfire line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Armax Arsenal | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 273 | 286 | 299 | 312 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 65 | 69 | 74 | 81 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 53 | 55 | 56 | 57 |

Terminator Assault Rifle
Terminator line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Batarian State Arms | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 150 | 160 | 170 | 180 | 190 | 200 | 210 | 220 | 230 | 240 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 37.5 | 39 | 40.5 | 42.3 | 44.1 | 46.2 | 48.5 | 50.9 | 53.7 | 56.8 |
Accuracy Rating: | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 23 |
The Terminator assault rifles can be accessed through console commands, or by downloading Bring Down the Sky for the PC.

Gorgon Assault Rifle
Gorgon line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Cerberus Skunkworks | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 210 | 224 | 238 | 252 | 266 | 280 | 294 | 308 | 322 | 336 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 37.5 | 39 | 40.5 | 42.3 | 44.1 | 46.2 | 48.5 | 50.9 | 53.7 | 56.8 |
Accuracy Rating: | 70 | 71 | 72 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 75 | 76 | 77 |
The Gorgon assault rifles can only be acquired through console commands.

Raptor Assault Rifle
Raptor line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Devlon Industries | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | 198 | 209 | 220 | 231 | 242 | 253 | 264 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | 49 | 51 | 54 | 57 | 61 | 65 | 69 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | 31 | 33 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 |

Banshee Assault Rifle
Banshee line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Elanus Risk Control Services | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 135 | 144 | 153 | 162 | 171 | 180 | 189 | 198 | 207 | 216 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 36 | 38 | 39 | 41 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 51 | 54 |
Accuracy Rating: | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 |

Geth Pulse Rifle
Pulse Rifle line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Geth Armory | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 280 | 294 | 308 | 322 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 29 | 31 | 33 | 36 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 80 | 80 | 81 | 81 |

Lancer Assault Rifle
Lancer line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Hahne-Kedar | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 120 | 128 | 136 | 144 | 152 | 160 | 168 | 176 | 184 | 192 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 38 | 39 | 41 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 49 | 51 | 54 | 57 |
Accuracy Rating: | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 23 |

Diamond Back Assault Rifle
Diamond Back line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Hahne-Kedar Shadow Works | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 165 | 176 | 187 | 198 | 209 | 220 | 231 | 242 | 253 | 264 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 39.8 | 41.4 | 43.2 | 45.2 | 47.4 | 49.7 | 52.4 | 55.3 | 58.6 | 62.3 |
Accuracy Rating: | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 |
The Diamond Back assault rifles can only be acquired through console commands.

Thunder Assault Rifle
Thunder line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Haliat Armory | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 195 | 208 | 221 | 234 | 247 | 260 | 273 | 286 | 299 | 312 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 39 | 40.6 | 42.3 | 44.2 | 46.2 | 48.5 | 51 | 53.8 | 56.9 | 60.4 |
Accuracy Rating: | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 |

Torrent Assault Rifle
Torrent line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Jormangund Technology | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 180 | 192 | 204 | 216 | 228 | 240 | 252 | 264 | 276 | 288 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 46.4 | 48.7 | 51.2 | 54 | 57.1 | 60.6 | 64.6 | 69.2 | 74.4 | 80.5 |
Accuracy Rating: | 50 | 51 | 52 | 54 | 55 | 56 | 58 | 59 | 60 | 61 |
The Torrent assault rifles can only be acquired through console commands.

Breaker Assault Rifle
Breaker line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Kassa Fabrication | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 294 | 308 | 322 | 336 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 60.6 | 64.6 | 69.1 | 74.3 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 49 | 51 | 52 | 53 |

Kovalyov Assault Rifle
Kovalyov line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Rosenkov Materials | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 315 | 330 | 345 | 360 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 57 | 60.5 | 64.5 | 69 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | - | - | - | 45 | 46 | 48 | 50 |

Avenger Assault Rifle
Avenger line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Elkoss Combine | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 150 | 160 | 170 | 180 | 190 | 200 | 210 | 220 | 230 | 240 |
Shots Before Overheat: | 34.8 | 36.1 | 37.4 | 38.9 | 40.5 | 42.2 | 44 | 46.1 | 48.4 | 50.8 |
Accuracy Rating: | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |

HMWA Basic Assault Rifle
HMWA Basic line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Spectre Gear | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | 150 | 160 | 170 | 180 | 190 | 200 | - | - | - | - |
Shots Before Overheat: | 37.5 | 39 | 40.5 | 42.3 | 44.1 | 46.2 | - | - | - | - |
Accuracy Rating: | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 13 | - | - | - | - |
The HMWA Basic Assault Rifle can only be acquired through console commands.

HMWA Advanced Assault Rifle
HMWA Advanced line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Spectre Gear | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | 168 | 178 | 189 | 199 | 210 | 221 | 231 | - | - |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | 43.3 | 45.3 | 47.4 | 49.8 | 52.4 | 55.4 | 58.7 | - | - |
Accuracy Rating: | - | 7 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 19 | 22 | - | - |
The HMWA Advanced Assault Rifle can only be acquired through console commands.

HMWA Master Assault Rifle
HMWA Master line of Assault Rifles
Manufacturer: | Spectre Gear | |||||||||
Weapon Level: | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X |
Damage: | - | - | - | 288 | 304 | 320 | 336 | 352 | 368 | 384 |
Shots Before Overheat: | - | - | - | 52.5 | 55.5 | 58.8 | 62.5 | 66.8 | 71.7 | 77.3 |
Accuracy Rating: | - | - | - | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 75 | 76 | 77 |
Only The HMWA Master Assault Rifle VII and X sophistication level can be found in-game. The rest can be acquired through console commands.
Classes[edit | edit source]
The following classes can use the Assault Rifles talent:
Mass Effect 2[edit | edit source]
Assault rifles in Mass Effect 2 are a class of rapid firing ranged weapons, which also encompasses battle rifles, marksman rifles and light machine guns. Like all other non-heavy weapon types in Mass Effect 2 with the exception of sniper rifles, assault rifles benefit from increasing damage against targets at close ranges, maximized at point-blank (melee) range. The Soldier is the only player class that starts with training in assault rifles, while other player classes may choose to specialize in assault rifles later during the game. The following squadmates also utilize assault rifles: Garrus, Grunt, Legion, Samara/Morinth, and Zaeed.
Assault Rifle Models[edit | edit source]
Below is a list of the types of assault rifles in Mass Effect 2 and their base stats:
M-8 Avenger[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Elkoss Combine
- Base Damage: 10.8
- Damage Multipliers (Armor / Barriers / Shields): x1.25 / x1.25 / x1.25
- Default ammo: 40 / 400
- Acquisition: Default starting weapon
M-15 Vindicator[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Elanus Risk Control Services
- Base Damage: 36.8
- Damage Multipliers (Armor / Barriers / Shields): x1.25 / x1.25 / x1.25
- Default ammo: 24 / 96
- Acquisition: Dossier: Archangel
M-76 Revenant[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Unknown
- Base Damage: 21.3
- Damage Multipliers (Armor / Barriers / Shields): x1.4 / x1.2 / x1.2
- Default ammo: 80 / 480
- Acquisition: Collector Ship (mission) (Soldier only).
M-96 Mattock[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Unknown
- Base Damage: 50.4
- Damage Multipliers (Armor / Barriers / Shields): x1.3 / x1.2 / x1.2
- Default ammo: 16 / 64
- Acquisition: Firepower Pack DLC.
Collector Assault Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Collectors
- Base Damage: 17.4
- Damage Multipliers (Armor / Barriers / Shields): x1.25 / x1.25 / x1.25
- Default ammo: 28 / 280
- Acquisition: Mass Effect 2 Limited Collectors' Edition (Xbox 360 and PC). Recon Operations Pack (PlayStation 3).
Geth Pulse Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Geth Armory
- Base Damage: 10.8
- Damage Multipliers (Armor / Barriers / Shields): x1.15 / x1.35 / x1.35
- Default ammo: 40 / 480
- Acquisition: Dossier: Tali (Hardcore or Insanity only)
Upgrades[edit | edit source]
- Assault Rifle Penetration (Tungsten Jacket)
- Provides +25% assault rifle damage against armor, shields, and biotic barriers.
- Assault Rifle Accuracy (Targeting VI)
- Your entire squad's assault rifles are now much more accurate.
- Assault Rifle Damage 1 - 7 (Kinetic Pulsar)
- Provides +10% assault rifle damage.
Mass Effect 3[edit | edit source]
No longer exclusive to the Soldier, Assault Rifles are a viable option for any class. Their consistent rate of fire and damage output makes them an appealing choice for most play styles. The following squadmates utilize assault rifles: Ashley, Garrus, James, Javik, Kaidan, Grunt, Nyreen, Samara, and Zaeed.
Assault Rifle Models[edit | edit source]
Below is a list of the types of assault rifles in Mass Effect 3 and their base stats. Note that WCFDA stands for weight, capacity, fire rate, damage, and accuracy. The relevant values for those statistics are presented in that order.
Adas Anti-Synthetic Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Quarian
- Base WCFDA: 80 / 30 / 35 / 30 / 15
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 24 / 72
- Acquisition: Firefight Pack (single-player), Mass Effect 3: Reckoning (multiplayer)
Cerberus Harrier[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Cerberus
- Base WCFDA: 65 / 35 / 45 / 30 / 63
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 20 / 80
- Acquisition: Rebellion Pack (multiplayer), Firefight Pack (single-player)
Chakram Launcher[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Ama-Lur Equipment
- Base WCFDA: 40 / 22 / 12 / 50 / 75
- Fire Mode: Charged Semi-automatic
- Default ammo: 4 / 40
- Acquisition: Kingdoms of Amalur Promotional Item, Omega: Aria T'Loak1
Collector Assault Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Collectors
- Base WCFDA: 80 / 57 / 46 / 14 / 29
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 28 / 280
- Acquisition: Promotional Item, Mass Effect 3: Retaliation
Geth Pulse Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Geth Armory
- Base WCFDA: 33 / 80 / 90 / 12 / 37
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 80 / 400
- Acquisition: Priority: Geth Dreadnought or Elkoss Combine Arsenal Supplies
Geth Spitfire[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Geth Armory
- Base WCFDA: 100 / 90 / 80 / 19 / 0
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 220 / 600
- Acquisition: Mass Effect 3: Reckoning2
M-7 Lancer[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Hahne-Kedar
- Base WCFDA: 15 / 100 / 50 / 25 / 15
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 38 / ∞
- Acquisition: Mass Effect 3: Reckoning (multiplayer), Citadel Archives: Escape 3 (single-player)
M-8 Avenger[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Elkoss Combine
- Base WCFDA: 16 / 56 / 50 / 13 / 20
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 30 / 210
- Acquisition: Prologue: Earth
M-15 Vindicator[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Elanus Risk Control Services
- Base WCFDA: 17 / 47 / 40 / 22 / 45
- Fire Mode: Three-round burst
- Default ammo: 24 / 144
- Acquisition: Priority: Mars or Kassa Fabrication
M-37 Falcon[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Systems Alliance
- Base WCFDA: 60 / 22 / 11 / 50 / 15
- Fire Mode: Semi-Automatic
- Default ammo: 6 / 24
- Acquisition: Priority: Cerberus Headquarters or Kassa Fabrication
M-55 Argus[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Unknown
- Base WCFDA: 57 / 50 / 27 / 27 / 12
- Fire Mode: Three-round Burst
- Default ammo: 21 / 168
- Acquisition: Pre-order bonus, Despoina: Leviathan4
M-76 Revenant[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Unknown
- Base WCFDA: 54 / 70 / 65 / 20 / 15
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 60 / 320
- Acquisition: Priority: The Citadel II or Kassa Fabrication
M-96 Mattock[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Unknown
- Base WCFDA: 30 / 33 / 19 / 22 / 65
- Fire Mode: Semi-Automatic
- Default ammo: 16 / 96
- Acquisition: Grissom Academy: Emergency Evacuation or Kassa Fabrication
M-99 Saber[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Systems Alliance
- Base WCFDA: 54 / 22 / 8 / 50 / 62
- Fire Mode: Semi-automatic
- Default ammo: 8 / 40
- Acquisition: Priority: Horizon
N7 Typhoon[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Systems Alliance
- Base WCFDA: 98 / 70 / 65 / 20 / 30
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 100 / 400
- Acquisition: Mass Effect 3: Earth (multiplayer), Groundside Resistance Pack (single-player)
N7 Valkyrie[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Systems Alliance
- Base WCFDA: 55 / 44 / 36 / 20 / 47
- Fire Mode: Two-round burst
- Default ammo: 16 / 144
- Acquisition: N7 Warfare Gear, Omega: Aria T'Loak1
Particle Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Protheans
- Base WCFDA: 58 / 100 / 80 / 12 / 40
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 100 / ∞
- Acquisition: Priority: Eden Prime5
Phaeston[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Turian
- Base WCFDA: 33 / 68 / 60 / 15 / 24
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 50 / 300
- Acquisition: Tuchanka: Turian Platoon, Cipritine Armory, or Omega: Aria T'Loak1
Striker Assault Rifle[edit | edit source]
- Manufacturer: Krogan
- Base WCFDA: 80 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 15
- Fire Mode: Automatic
- Default ammo: 12 / 48
- Acquisition: Resurgence Pack (multiplayer), Groundside Resistance Pack (single-player)
1 In the Mass Effect 3: Omega DLC
2 Categorized as an assault rifle in multiplayer and as a heavy weapon in single-player
3 In the Mass Effect 3: Citadel DLC
4 In the Mass Effect 3: Leviathan DLC
5 In the Mass Effect 3: From Ashes DLC
Weapon Modifications[edit | edit source]
- Assault Rifle Stability Damper I - V
- Distributes recoil with sliding system of counterweights compatible with kinetic coil generators. Reduces weapon kickback.
- Assault Rifle Magazine Upgrade I - V
- Increases magazine capacity, allowing more shots before reload.
- Assault Rifle Piercing Mod I - V
- Capacitor boosts kinetic coil generators, increasing shot penetration.
- Assault Rifle Extended Barrel I - V
- Lengthens barrel, creating greater bullet velocity and impact.
- Assault Rifle Precision Scope I - V
- Simple 4x optical scope to enhance stability while zoomed. Increases accuracy while moving and taking damage.
- Attach an omni-blade to the weapon for increased melee damage.
- Assault Rifle Thermal Scope I - V (Requires Retaliation for multiplayer.)
- Reveal enemies through walls and smoke with a 4x optical scope and enhance stability and accuracy while zoomed.
- Assault Rifle High-Velocity Barrel I - V (Requires Retaliation for multiplayer.)
- Superior kinetic coils increase shot penetration.
Mass Effect: Andromeda[edit | edit source]
Assault rifles are best for mid-range combat, with a balance of fire rate, accuracy, and stopping power. They generally carry a greater ammo capacity than other weapon classes.
Weapon Models[edit | edit source]
L-89 Halberd[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 103
- Rate of Fire: 300
- Max Clip Size: 17
- Max Ammo: 97
- Accuracy: 111
- Weight: 25
M-8 Avenger[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Common
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 30-51
- Rate of Fire: 525
- Max Clip Size: 30
- Max Ammo: 300-375
- Accuracy: 52-65
- Weight: 25-13
M-37 Falcon[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 255-404
- Rate of Fire: 90
- Max Clip Size: 6
- Max Ammo: 36-45
- Accuracy: 48-60
- Weight: 30-15
M-96 Mattock[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 54-88
- Rate of Fire: 405
- Max Clip Size: 20
- Max Ammo: 160-200
- Accuracy: 60-75
- Weight: 25-13
Cyclone[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 28-46
- Rate of Fire: 675
- Max Clip Size: 50
- Max Ammo: 250-313
- Accuracy: 42-53
- Weight: 35-18
N7 Valkyrie[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 106-163
- Rate of Fire: 500
- Max Clip Size: 20
- Max Ammo: 140-175
- Accuracy: 65-81
- Weight: 20-10
Pathfinder Pioneer[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 63-81
- Rate of Fire: 600
- Max Clip Size: 24
- Max Ammo: 168-187
- Accuracy: 55-65
- Weight: 25-19
P.A.W.[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Tech Type:
Remnant
- Damage: 35-54
- Rate of Fire: 600
- Max Clip Size: 25-37
- Max Ammo: 1 (∞)
- Accuracy: 75-94
- Weight: 35-18
Revenant[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 34-54
- Rate of Fire: 620
- Max Clip Size: 60
- Max Ammo: 360-450
- Accuracy: 40-50
- Weight: 40-20
Sandstorm[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 148-234
- Rate of Fire: 210
- Max Clip Size: 14
- Max Ammo: 126-158
- Accuracy: 68-85
- Weight: 35-18
Soned[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Tech Type:
Heleus
- Damage: 32-49
- Rate of Fire: 850
- Max Clip Size: 120
- Max Ammo: 360-450
- Accuracy: 30-38
- Weight: 60-30
Sovoa[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Tech Type:
Heleus
- Damage: 263-302
- Rate of Fire: 300
- Max Clip Size: 10
- Max Ammo: 90-113
- Accuracy: 60-75
- Weight: 30-15
Sweeper[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Remnant
- Damage: 76-120
- Rate of Fire: 450
- Max Clip Size: 18-28
- Max Ammo: 1 (∞)
- Accuracy: 70-88
- Weight: 25-13
Thokin[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Heleus
- Damage: 44-70
- Rate of Fire: 750
- Max Clip Size: 24
- Max Ammo: 240-300
- Accuracy: 50-63
- Weight: 30-15
X5 Ghost[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Rare
- Tech Type:
Milky Way
- Damage: 40-63
- Rate of Fire: 600
- Max Clip Size: 75
- Max Ammo: 450-563
- Accuracy: 52-65
- Weight: 20-10
Zalkin[edit | edit source]
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Tech Type:
Heleus
- Damage: 70-115
- Rate of Fire: 475
- Max Clip Size: 24
- Max Ammo: 192-240
- Accuracy: 48-60
- Weight: 25-13
Assault Rifles Customization[edit | edit source]
Assault Rifles can be customized by two different methods in Mass Effect: Andromeda.
Weapon Modifications[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Mods
Mods are customizations that are exclusive to weapons only in Mass Effect: Andromeda. Mods use round-shaped sockets on a weapon and can only be changed at a Loadout terminal.
Weapon Augmentations[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Augmentations
Augmentations are semi-permanent customizations to crafted weapons or armor in Mass Effect: Andromeda. When a weapon is created during Development (crafting), hexagonal-shaped sockets are available to add augmentations to the weapon. These augmentations cannot be changed like weapon Mods and stay part of that weapon until it is deconstructed.