Drive-bys are one of the most fun activities to do in GTA Online. They are fast, reliable, and quick in solving all the problems players face. From taking out other players to blowing stuff up, you can do them while sitting in the comfort of your vehicle. So, here are 10 of the best weapons for doing drive-bys!
10 . Heavy Pistol
With a semi-automatic fire rate and high damage per shot, the Heavy Pistol is a formidable weapon. Its damage is lesser than comparable pistols, but its 18-round magazine is somewhat greater. It usually takes 2-3 body shots to take out a target, but a single shot can sometimes be all it takes. If you're going for the "one shot, one kill" strategy, this is a good gun.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Heavy_Pistol
- What makes it awesome:
- High damage per shot
- 18 round magazine
- Useful for one-shot kills
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
9 . Flare Gun
The Flare Gun is a single-shot weapon with severe scorching damage. It can burn pedestrians and enemies, but only if the target steps on the flaming flare. If fired near the tire, a well-placed flare might ignite the rubber and produce an explosion. LS is a great place to wreak havoc if you're looking for vengeance.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Flare_Gun
What makes it awesome:
- Single-shot capacity with high damage.
- Can burn players and NPCs
- Can also destroy vehicles
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
8 . Combat Pistol
A step up from the Pistol, the Combat Pistol version has somewhat more damage, greater accuracy, and a bit longer range while still having the same fire rate and ammo magazine capacity. A magazine capacity of 16 rounds can be added, making it appropriate for drive-by shootings as well as more normal shooting encounters.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Combat_Pistol
What makes it awesome:
- A better version of the standard pistol
- Better damage and more accuracy than the pistol
- Useful for drive-bys as well
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
7 . Mini SMG
The Mini SMG fires at one of the fastest rates in the game. Despite its higher rate of fire and 20-round magazine capacity, the weapon still needs frequent reloads in combat scenarios due to its high rate of fire. An extended magazine puts the gun on par with most firearms of the same class. For short- to medium-range combat, this weapon is best suited.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Mini_SMG
What makes it awesome:
- One of the highest fire rates in the game
- Good damage
- Great for short and medium-ranged combat
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
6 . Sticky Bomb
It's a lot easier to deal with any issue when you have sticky bombs on hand. Because of their high effectiveness, every player wants to stock up on as many of these as possible. This weapon can be used for drive-bys and can destroy any player or vehicle within seconds. They can also be used to set up traps and in a variety of other covert operations as well.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Sticky_Bombs
What makes it awesome:
- Deals a lot of damage in a short time
- Can blow up players and vehicles easily
- Really useful for drive-bys
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-Nation stores in the game
5 . Sawed-Off Shotgun
The Sawed-off shotgun deals the most damage per round of any other shotgun in GTA Online. One-hit kills are easy to come by in its effective range because of this. Although, its low fire rate makes it tough to counter enemies with fast-firing weapons by firing additional shots. The Sawed-Off Shotgun can be used for drive-bys, mainly in motorcycles and a few other types of vehicles. Sawed-off shotguns are among the most lethal at close range because of their wide spread of pellets and great damage, making it easy to take out drivers and pedestrians, as well as damage vehicles.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Sawed-Off_Shotgun
What makes it awesome:
- Most damage per round of a shotgun
- Useful for drive-bys in motorcycles
- Lethal at close-range encounters
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
4 . Compact Rifle
Despite its little size, the Compact Rifle packs more punch than the original Assault Rifle, but at the cost of more recoil. It features a respectable rate of fire and accuracy. Other types of rifles all have lower damage ratings than this one; it is tied with the Advanced Rifle for top honors. Uniquely, it can be used for drive-bys on a motorcycle, bicycle, or boat.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Compact_Rifle
What makes it awesome:
- Good rate of fire and accuracy
- Better than most in its class in damage
- Can be used on a motorcycle, bicycle or boat as well as cars.
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
3 . Micro SMG
The Micro SMG although has poor accuracy and damage, can be upgraded to hold 30 rounds which combinedly can do a lot of damage. It’s especially useful when you’re in a car or bike chase as it sprays bullets very fast. Its fire rate is one of the highest in the game which makes it very useful for all kinds of players. It is also decent in drive-bys particularly in fast-paced car chases as well.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Micro_SMG
What makes it awesome:
- High fire rate
- Useful for beginners
- Useful in fast-paced car chases
- Can hold 30 rounds
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game
2 . Machine Pistol
Due to its tremendous damage output and rapid rate of fire, the Machine Pistol is a potent SMG for use in battle. Second only to the Combat PDW in terms of damage per shot, this SMG has a rather rapid rate of fire. The 229 damage-per-second number, making it a valuable weapon for close-quarters battle and drive-bys.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Tec-9
What makes it awesome:
- High damage and rate of fire
- Very useful for drive-bys
- One of the best SMGs in the game
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
1 . AP Pistol
The AP Pistol is probably the best of all the available handguns in the game. It has great accuracy and recoil than most handguns. It is excellent in every stat including accuracy and range and can be considered the best weapon for drive-bys. It is much better than all in its class as well.
Stats: https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/AP_Pistol
What makes it awesome:
- Probably the best handgun in the game
- The best drive-by weapon
- High range, accuracy, and fire rate for a handgun
How to get it:
- From the Ammu-nation stores in the game.
These amazing weapons are very useful in doing drive-bys and can help you out in many ways.
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