What to know
- The Atling Gun is classified as a heavy weapon, with elemental and non-elemental variants available.
- It drops consistently from the Chad boss (Callus Harbinger of Annihilating Death) found in the Cravens Nook Order bunker.
- Farming this boss can yield both standard and elemental (like corrosive) versions of the Atling Gun in just a few runs.
- The Atling Gun shares a design lineage with the Gatling Gun from Borderlands 2 and 3, but with new mechanics.
The Atling Gun has become one of the standout heavy weapons in Borderlands 4. Its unique perk gives it homing bullets, making it a valuable tool against fast, evasive enemies. While it hits hard, it also comes with the typical drawbacks of ordnance weapons—high ammo costs and cooldown management.
BL4: The Gatling Gun without the 'G'
The Atling Gun serves as a spiritual successor to the Gatling Gun from Borderlands 3. While the BL3 version was a Vladof assault rifle known for its high fire rate and sustained damage, the Atling Gun takes the concept further by moving into the ordnance category. Instead of being purely about rapid fire, it introduces bullet tracking and more explosive power, blending familiar Vladof design with a fresh legendary twist.
BL4 Atling Gun's attributes and unique perks
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Vladof |
| Weapon type | Heavy Weapon / Ordnance |
| Rarity | Legendary |
| Special effect | Whistler — bullets track targets, rev-up time shortened, fire rate increased |
| Common prefixes | Mad (slower, high ammo use), Raucous (fast, heavy ammo), Particular (balanced, low cooldown, low ammo) |
The Whistler perk is the true draw here. It allows for consistent hits even when precision aiming isn’t possible, which makes it especially useful in hectic fights.
How to get the Atling Gun in BL4
Step 1
Start or continue main missions in Borderlands 4 until reaching the area called Bones of the Sanctuary.
Step 2
In this region, locate the Cravens Nook Order bunker on the middle-right side of the map.
Step 3
Enter the cave system, and instead of moving right towards the mission objectives, take the left path to reach the boss's location.
Step 4
Engage and defeat the Chad boss (Callus Harbinger of Annihilating Death). The boss is reasonably manageable, designed for replayable encounters.
Step 5
Check for the Atling Gun drop upon victory. If it does not drop, reload and repeat the fight—many players report seeing the weapon within three attempts.
BL4: Tips for using the Atling Gun effectively
- Use the Atling Gun against bosses or high-mobility targets to make the most of its tracking bullets.
- Pair it with skills or gear that reduce cooldown or ammo costs to offset its weaknesses.
- Avoid wasting rev-up time when not engaged in combat; it’s best kept ready for tougher waves or mini-bosses.
- Pick prefixes that fit your style—go for Particular if you prefer balance, or Raucous if you want pure damage output and can manage the ammo burn.
The Atling Gun is a weapon worth farming if you enjoy ordnance gameplay. With its homing bullets and fire rate boost, it shines in boss encounters and against agile enemies. Pair it with cooldown-reduction strategies, and it becomes one of the most reliable heavy weapons in Borderlands 4.
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