Summary
- GTA 6 introduces a redesigned Weapon Wheel with separate sections for guns, gear, and equipment.
- Players can carry two rifles and two pistols at a time, storing extras in vehicles.
- Confirmed weapons include the Assault Rifle, .357 Revolver, Speargun, RPG, and more.
- You can shoot while swimming, perform drive-bys from truck beds, and drop or pick up weapons dynamically.
- Utility gear such as lock picks, trauma kits, and duffel bags expands gameplay beyond combat.
- Full first-person mode, weapon customization, and realistic animations elevate GTA 6’s combat experience.
GTA 6 Weapons Guide: All Guns, Gear & Confirmed Features
This page serves as a complete guide to the weapons in GTA 6, covering the full list of confirmed guns, rifles, explosives and equipment items known so far. We’ll also examine the new gear system, ammo types, weapon-wheel mechanics and how they differ from previous entries in the franchise.
What We Know So Far
The latest trailers, official screenshots and major leaks (such as the September 2022 footage) have revealed a large variety of weapons and equipment items in GTA 6. According to trusted data sources, these include handguns, rifles, sniper weapons, heavy weapons, melee weapons and utility items.
Notable confirmed features of the weapon system include:
- A redesigned Weapon Wheel that allows switching between Weapons, Equipment and Gear.
- A carry-limit system: players can hold a limited number of rifles and pistols at once, with extra weapons stored in vehicles.
- Drive-by and swimming combat enhancements, realistic animations (like under-fire and weapon hand-switching).
- Extensive equipment items and utility gear beyond traditional weapons, such as lock-picks, trauma kits, trackers and zip-ties.
Confirmed Weapons & Equipment Highlights
Handguns, Revolvers & Pistols
Confirmed handguns include “Pistol”, “Heavy Pistol”, “Mustang .357 Revolver”, and variants like “Beretta 92FS”-inspired models.
Assault Rifles, SMGs & Machine Guns
Confirmed rifles include “Assault Rifle”, “Carbine Rifle”, “Carbine Rifle Mk II”, and “Service Carbine”. SMGs such as “Compact SMG” and “Micro SMG” are also listed.
Snipers & Heavy Weapons
Sniper types like “Bolt Action Sniper”, “Assault Sniper” and “Hunter Sniper” are confirmed. Heavy weapons such as “Grenade Launcher” and “RPG (Rocket Launcher)” appear in the confirmed list.
Melee & Thrown Weapons
Classic melee options (Baseball Bat, Crowbar, Hammer) are confirmed, as well as thrown items like Molotovs, Fire Bottles, Smoke Grenades and even a swimming “Speargun”.
Equipment Items & Gear
Beyond weapons, confirmed gear includes: Auto Dialer, Backpack, Binoculars, Body Armor, Lock Pick, Taser, Trauma Kit, Duffel Bag (loot/inventory slot) and more.
Ammo Types
Identified ammo types include: Heavy Ammo, Shotgun Ammo, Pistol Ammo, Spear Ammo and Rockets.
New Mechanics & What They Mean for Players
Weapon Wheel Overhaul
GTA 6 replaces the simpler wheel from past games with a tiered system that separates weapons, equipment and gear. This implies more strategic choices in combat and load-outs.
Carry Limits & Storage
Players are expected to carry two rifles and two pistols at most, with additional weapons stored in vehicles or stash locations. This shift brings in realism and forces load-out decisions.
Enhanced Combat Features
You can shoot while swimming, engage in more dynamic drive-bys (standing in truck beds or leaning out car windows), drop unwanted weapons, switch hands while shooting, and experience more immersive animations like “under-fire” reactions.
Utility & Gear Integration
The inclusion of utility gear (e.g., lock picks, duffel bags, tracker jammers) suggests missions may include stealth, escape and carry-mission elements beyond pure gunplay.
How To Get Weapons in GTA 6
- Purchase: Many weapons will be available via in-game gun stores (e.g., Ammu-Nation equivalents).
- Loot / Discover: Melee weapons and some basic firearms may be scattered across the open world for free pickup.
- Unlock via Missions: Story progress or specific heist-type missions will likely unlock unique weapons or gear.
- Vehicle/Storage Access: Given the carry-limit system, weapons stored in vehicles or safehouses will play a bigger role.
The weapons system in GTA 6 is set to redefine how combat and gear integrate in an open-world heist game. With limited carry-slots, improved animations, realistic mechanics and an expanded gear set, players will be forced to think strategically about load-out, mission approach and world interactions. Whether you’re sneaking into a compound, hijacking a vehicle or causing havoc in Vice City’s streets, your choice of weapon and gear will matter more than ever.
FAQ – Quick Answers
How many weapons can you carry at once?
You’ll likely be able to equip a limited number of weapons (e.g., 2 rifles + 2 pistols) while additional weapons go into storage, similar to the system seen in RDR2.
Will there be weapon customization?
Yes. Expect modifications like magazines, tints, attachments and ammunition types. Customisation is confirmed via leaks and official sources.
Will there be first-person shooting?
Yes. The game will support both third-person and first-person modes with fully modelled weapons and dedicated animations.
How many weapons will the game launch with?
While an exact count is unknown, previous GTA titles suggest a launch roster of dozens of weapons with potentially 100+ variants over time. The confirmed list already shows a large base count.
