Complete Marathon Weapon Tier List: All 28 Guns Ranked

Whether you're shredding Runners in PvE or outgunning rivals in PvP, this tier list ranks every single one of the 28 available guns based on the current meta as of March 2026. Rankings draw from expert analyses, player stats, and community consensus, factoring in time-to-kill (TTK), versatility across ranges, ammo efficiency, handling, and mod potential.

Tiers break down as follows:

S-Tier: Meta-defining beasts. Prioritize these for wins.
A-Tier: Excellent performers that shine in skilled hands.
B-Tier: Reliable options for specific situations.
C-Tier: Viable but outclassed; use if nothing better drops.

S-Tier Weapons

These guns dominate lobbies and clear waves effortlessly.

Weapon	Type	Key Strengths
BR33 Volley Rifle	Precision Rifle	Snappy burst-fire with low recoil; excels mid-range PvP/PvE.
Bully SMG	SMG	Punches hard up close with heavy rounds; reliable early-game shredder.
Longshot	Sniper Rifle	Fast semi-auto fire; forgiving headshots melt shields.
Outland	Sniper Rifle	Bolt-action powerhouse; insane damage at any long range.
WSTR Combat Shotgun	Shotgun	Double-barrel devastation; ends CQC fights instantly.

A-Tier Weapons

Strong contenders that hold their own in most matchups.

Weapon	Type	Key Strengths
BRRT SMG	SMG	High fire rate, great mobility; versatile close-mid.
Hardline PR	Precision Rifle	Accurate poke damage; solid for sustained engagements.
Impact HAR	Assault Rifle	Heavy-hitting full-auto; strong mid-range control.
M77 Assault Rifle	Assault Rifle	High accuracy, good range; dependable AR.
Misriah 2442	Shotgun	Reliable spread; great backup shotgun.
Repeater HPR	Precision Rifle	Lever-action one-shots; brutal up close.

B-Tier Weapons

Situational picks with niche uses.

Weapon	Type	Key Strengths
Ares RG	Railgun	Charged high-explosive shots; crowd control potential.
Demolition HMG	LMG	Massive damage output; suppression king.
Magnum MC	Pistol	Punchy secondary; finishes weakened foes.
Stryder M1T	Precision Rifle	DMR-style precision; good for picks.
Twin Tap HBR	Precision Rifle	Double-tap bursts; rewarding aim.
V75 Scar	Assault Rifle	Volt energy AR; chain damage utility.
V85 Circuit Breaker	Shotgun	Volt shotgun; arcs to groups.
V99 Channel Rifle	Sniper Rifle	Energy sniper; pierces shields.

C-Tier Weapons

Last resorts or very specific builds.

Weapon	Type	Key Strengths
CE Tactical Sidearm	Pistol	Fast handling; emergency sidearm.
Conquest LMG	LMG	Huge mag for suppression; slow otherwise.
Copperhead RF	SMG	Decent fire rate; lacks punch.
Overrun AR	Assault Rifle	Basic full-auto; easily outgunned.
Retaliator LMG	LMG	Endless ammo; weak per bullet.
V00 Zeus RG	Railgun	Long-range rail; slow charge.
V11 Punch	Pistol	Volt pistol; minimal impact.
V22 Volt Thrower	SMG	Chain lightning; inconsistent.
V66 Lookout	Precision Rifle	Volt semi; niche energy play.