Weapons in GTA III: appearance, range and practical use

Each category has its own detail view and practical description. The illustrations reflect the period without copying original game models or textures.

Weapons, appearance and use

Each entry has its own detail view

Original illustration of a Pistol weapon
01

Pistol

A precise basic weapon for short to medium range.

Range
medium
Risk
normal
Original illustration of a Submachine gun weapon
02

Submachine gun

A high rate of fire that quickly consumes ammunition.

Range
medium
Risk
normal
Original illustration of a Shotgun weapon
03

Shotgun

Powerful at close range, but markedly weaker at distance.

Range
short
Risk
normal
Original illustration of a Assault rifle weapon
04

Assault rifle

Suitable for controlling medium distances and groups of enemies.

Range
medium
Risk
normal
Original illustration of a Sniper rifle weapon
05

Sniper rifle

A slow, precise choice for a safe opening shot.

Range
long
Risk
normal
Original illustration of a Heavy weapon weapon
06

Heavy weapon

Specialised equipment with high impact and limited versatility.

Range
short
Risk
high
Original illustration of a Rocket launcher weapon
07

Rocket launcher

Destroys vehicles and groups, but requires a safe distance.

Range
medium
Risk
very high
Original illustration of a Grenade weapon
08

Grenade

An explosive for areas and cover; a poor throw also endangers the player.

Range
medium
Risk
very high

The illustrations were created by GTA HUB and only reflect the period, category and function. They are not sprite sheets or copies of the original models.

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