Time: 2025-12-31
ARC Raiders - Weapon Guide: The Bettina (Fully-Automatic Heavy Assault Rifle)
Overview
The Bettina is a formidable fully-automatic assault rifle chambered in Heavy Ammo, designed for Raiders who demand firepower and endurance in sustained engagements. As a blueprint-locked weapon requiring advanced mechanical parts, it stands as a premier endgame firearm. Enhanced significantly in Patch 1.7.0 with improved durability, magazine size, and reload speed, the Bettina now offers even greater battlefield staying power and efficiency.

Acquisition Methods
Scavenging: Rarely found in high-tier weapon caches, elite ARC drops, or endgame loot areas.
Crafting: Manufactured and upgraded at Gunsmith 3—requires unlocking the blueprint first.
Crafting & Upgrade Tree
| Tier | Recipe | Workshop | Blueprint Locked | Upgrade Perks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bettina I | 3x Advanced Mechanical Components + 3x Heavy Gun Parts + 3x Canister | Gunsmith 3 | Yes | Base Model |
| Bettina II | Bettina I + 1x Advanced Mechanical Components + 2x Heavy Gun Parts | Gunsmith 3 | No | 5% Increased Fire Rate 11.1% Reduced Reload Time +10 Durability |
| Bettina III | Bettina II + 1x Advanced Mechanical Components + 2x Heavy Gun Parts | Gunsmith 3 | No | 10% Increased Fire Rate 22.2% Reduced Reload Time +20 Durability |
| Bettina IV | Bettina III + 2x Advanced Mechanical Components + 2x Heavy Gun Parts | Gunsmith 3 | No | 15% Increased Fire Rate 33.3% Reduced Reload Time +30 Durability |
Patch 1.7.0 Improvements
Durability Burn Rate: Reduced from ~0.43% to ~0.17% per shot (significantly increases weapon lifespan).
Base Magazine Size: Increased from 20 to 22 rounds.
Base Reload Time: Reduced from 5 to 4.5 seconds.
Repair Costs & Durability Restoration
Bettina I: 1x Advanced Mechanical Components + 2x Heavy Gun Parts → +50 Durability
Bettina II: 2x Advanced Mechanical Components + 2x Heavy Gun Parts → +55 Durability
Bettina III: 2x Advanced Mechanical Components + 3x Heavy Gun Parts → +60 Durability
Bettina IV: 3x Advanced Mechanical Components + 3x Heavy Gun Parts → +65 Durability
Recycling & Salvaging Yields
Bettina I: 1× Advanced Mechanical Components + 2× Heavy Gun Parts (Recycle) / 1× Advanced Mechanical Components (Salvage)
Bettina II: 2× Advanced Mechanical Components + 2× Heavy Gun Parts (Recycle) / 2× Advanced Mechanical Components (Salvage)
Bettina III: 2× Advanced Mechanical Components + 3× Heavy Gun Parts (Recycle) / 3× Advanced Mechanical Components (Salvage)
Bettina IV: 3× Advanced Mechanical Components + 3× Heavy Gun Parts (Recycle) / 4× Advanced Mechanical Components (Salvage)
Vendor Pricing
| Tier | Weapon Sale Price | Component Sale Price Per Slot |
|---|---|---|
| Bettina I | 8,000 | 2,750 |
| Bettina II | 11,000 | 3,800 |
| Bettina III | 14,000 | 4,850 |
| Bettina IV | 18,000 | 6,484 |
Tactical Profile
Ammo Type: Heavy Ammo – high per-shot damage with manageable recoil for its class.
Fire Mode: Fully automatic, optimized for sustained suppressive fire and mid-to-close range dominance.
Key Strengths: Excellent durability efficiency post-patch, improved magazine capacity, and faster reloads enhance its role as a workhorse heavy rifle.
Upgrade Philosophy: Gradual fire rate and reload speed improvements make the Bettina progressively more responsive and lethal.
Endgame Role: A top-tier choice for Raiders who need reliable, high-damage automatic fire in extended engagements.
Recommended Use
Sustained Fire Specialist: Ideal for holding positions, suppressing enemies, and breaking armored targets.
Upgrade Priority: The cumulative fire rate and reload bonuses at Bettina IV are substantial—invest for maximum performance.
Ammo Management: Heavy Ammo can be scarce; use controlled bursts to conserve rounds while maintaining pressure.
Blueprint Focus: Unlocking the blueprint is a key endgame objective—pursue high-difficulty content and blueprint containers.
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