G7 Scout
Semi-automatic light marksman rifle dealing 32 damage per shot with a brisk 240 RPM trigger rate, ideal for third-party chipping and EVO shield farming.
Weapon Overview & Ballistic Profile
Semi-automatic light marksman rifle dealing 32 damage per shot with a brisk 240 RPM trigger rate, ideal for third-party chipping and EVO shield farming.
Shield Tier TTK & Damage Breakdown
Below is the empirical Time-to-Kill (TTK) performance matrix for the G7 Scout across all four standard shield tiers in competitive Apex Legends:
| Target Armor Tier | Total Effective HP | Time to Kill (TTK) | Body Hits Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Shield (Tier 1) | 150 HP | 1.00s (5 shots) | 5 shots |
| Blue Shield (Tier 2) | 175 HP | 1.25s (6 shots) | 6 shots |
| Purple Shield (Tier 3) | 200 HP | 1.50s (7 shots) | 7 shots |
| Red Evo Shield (Tier 4) | 225 HP | 1.75s (8 shots) | 8 shots |
Ballistic Handling & Recoil Smoothing Mechanics
Recoil Tendency: Sharp vertical bounce with rapid re-centering.
In the Source engine underlying Apex Legends, engaging targets at an angular crosshair speed of 3.7 degrees per second or greater triggers Recoil Smoothing. When tracking strafing enemies between 20 and 45 meters with the G7 Scout, counter-strafe to eliminate horizontal recoil kick and maintain pinpoint accuracy.
Optimal Attachments & Loadout Synergy
- Supported Attachments: Barrel Stabilizer, Extended Light Mag, Sniper Stock, 1x-4x Optics.
- Recommended Secondary Pairing: Pair with Peacekeeper or R-99 to cover close-quarters corner peeks.
- Best Legend Synergy: Bloodhound, Newcastle, Lifeline.