The Bettina Assault Rifle stands out in ARC Raiders for its high damage output and strong armor penetration, particularly effective against Arc enemies and players alike. However, its slower fire rate means it excels in medium-range combat rather than close quarters.
Bettina Assault Rifle: Stats
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Ammo type | Heavy ammo |
| Damage per shot | 14 |
| Firing mode | Full-auto |
| Magazine size | 20 rounds |
| Fire rate | 32 rounds per minute (slow) |
| Range | 51.3 meters |
| Stability | 76.4 |
| Agility | 48.2 |
| Stealth | 14 |
| Weight | 11 kg |
| ARC armor penetration | Strong |
How to find and unlock the Bettina blueprint
To unlock the Bettina Assault Rifle, you must find its blueprint. The blueprint is rare and most often found in:
- Raider backpacks found on the ground during raids
- Weapon cases or long flat boxes scattered in raid zones
How to upgrade the Bettina assault rifle
Upgrades require:
- Advanced Mechanical Components
- Heavy Gun Parts
- Access to Gunsmith level 3
Upgrade progression and materials per level:
| Upgrade level | Details |
|---|---|
| Bettina I → II | Materials needed: 1× advanced mechanical component, 2× heavy gun parts. Upgrade benefits: +5% fire rate, −11.1% reload time, +10 durability. |
| Bettina II → III | Materials needed: 1× advanced mechanical component, 2× heavy gun parts. Upgrade benefits: +10% fire rate, −22.2% reload time, +20 durability. |
| Bettina III → IV | Materials needed: 2× advanced mechanical components, 2× heavy gun parts. Upgrade benefits: +15% fire rate, −33.3% reload time, +30 durability. |
Upgrading significantly improves fire rate and reload speed while enhancing durability.
How to repair the Bettina assault rifle
Repairs restore +50 durability points per repair and require:
| Upgrade level | Details |
|---|---|
| Bettina I | Repair materials: Basic repair; exact cost varies. |
| Bettina II | Repair materials: 2× advanced mechanical components, 2× heavy gun parts. |
| Bettina III | Repair materials: 2× advanced mechanical components, 3× heavy gun parts. |
| Bettina IV | Repair materials: 3× advanced mechanical components, 3× heavy gun parts. |
Where to farm upgrade materials efficiently
Dam Battlegrounds (Electrical/Technological zones)
Best for wires, batteries, and tech parts; containers and tech items drop these regularly.
Buried City residential areas
Look for bins, furniture, and baskets for rarer upgrade consumables and food items for pet upgrades.
Weapon cases and Raider backpacks
Primary sources for weapon blueprints like the Bettina.
Scrappy Upgrade
Use your pet Scrappy in base to gather basic materials passively, supplementing active looting.
The Bettina Assault Rifle is a powerful, albeit slow-firing, heavy ammo weapon prized for its damage and armor penetration. Unlocking it primarily requires its blueprint. Once you have that, it's a matter of gathering necessary resources and crafting.
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