TSAR-42

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2021-09-15

TSAR-42
Deadly in the hands of a skilled Infiltrator, the bolt action TSAR-42's features a unique bolt rotation system designed to improve the time between shots.
Costs
Cert Cost:		650
DC Cost:		499
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Sniper Rifles
Fire Rate:		55 RPM
Chamber Time:		1.1s
Muzzle Velocity:		500m/s
Effective Range:		Long
Fire Modes:		Bolt Action
Headshot Multiplier:		2.1x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.5x
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		700 before 10m
Min Damage:		400 after 265m
Reload Speed
Short Reload:		2.8s
Long Reload:		4s
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		5
Ammunition Pool:		40
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	4.5	0
	Move:	5	0.2
Stand	Still:	5	0
	Move:	6	0.55
Bloom per Shot:		1	1
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		0.4
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.1/0.1
Horizontal Tolerance:		0.2
Angle Min/Max:		0°/0°
Bias:		← = →
Recoil Decrease:		5
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources
Census API source:		TSAR-42 API Data?

The TSAR-42 is a sniper rifle available to the Terran Republic. It is unlocked through purchase with Certification Points or Daybreak Cash.

The TSAR-42 is the close-quarters option in the Terran bolt-action arsenal Unlike other bolt-action rifles, the TSAR-42 does not include an integrated scope, allowing users to equip optics typically reserved for standard weaponry in its place, and the weapon features a faster chamber time.

However, these perks come at the cost of effectiveness at range, with the TSAR-42 having steep damage fall-off and a lower velocity, plus no access to high magnification (6x and higher) scopes.

The TSAR-42, Ghost, and SAS-R are statistically identical.

Damage Fall-Off

The two intermediate ranges listed are the ranges at which two bodyshots or one headshot, respectively, no longer kill a standard infantry target.

• 700 before 10 meters
• 500 at 180 meters
• 477 at 200 meters
• 400 after 265 meters

Attachments

Available attachments

Optic RTA Reflex Sight (1x) The TR's Rapid Target Acquisition sight provides no magnification, but uses a clear red dot sight for close-combat situations. More reticles for this scope available, see full article. 30  49  MH2 Reflex Sight (2x) The Terran MH2 features 2x magnification inside of a holographic red dot sight, giving it the advantage in urban combat situations. More reticles for this scope available, see full article. 30  49  DMO (3.4x) Equipped with a combination chevron/crosshair reticle and 3.4x magnification capabilities, the TR's Designated Marksman Optics functions well at many ranges. 30  49  HDS (3.4x) Using a red dot reticle with 3.4x optical magnification, the TR's Holographic Dot Sight performs well in close and mid-range combat scenarios. 30  49  TMS (4x) Sharpshooters have long preferred the Terran Marksman Scope, praising its simple 4x magnified crosshair for its versatility and efficiency. 30  49  ACS (4x) The Terran Republic's Advanced Combat Scope utilizes a triple chevron reticle and 4x magnification, making it a good choice for all-around use. 30  49  Barrel Suppressor The weapon's muzzle flash and noise generation is reduced, and the player no longer appears on the minimap when firing. In exchange, the weapon's damage falls off 20 meters sooner, and bullet velocity is reduced by 15%. 100  49  Rail Darklight Flashlight The rail mounted Darklight Flashlight can illuminate hostile cloaked infiltrators and dark areas but the light can give away your position. 100  49  Forward Grip A forward grip increases control of the weapon, reducing horizontal recoil by 25%. For details on equip time penalties, see main article. 100  49  Straight-Pull Bolt The straight-pull bolt allows the sniper to chamber another round while aiming down sights. 100  75  No Ammo types available.

Effectiveness

Versus Infantry
Infantry	Body part	Shots to Kill
		0-10m	After 265m
Infantry	Head	1	2
	Torso	2(2)	3(4)
	Legs	2(2)	3(4)
Infiltrator	Head	1	2
	Torso	2(2)	3(3)
	Legs	2(2)	3(4)
Heavy Assault Overshield	Head	1	2
	Torso	3(3)	4(5)
	Legs	3(3)	5(5)
MAX	Head	7	12
	Torso	15(18)	25(32)
	Legs	16(20)	28(35)

Versus Vehicles
Vehicle	Armor Facing	Shots to Kill
		Before 10m	After 265m
Flash	-	11 (on fire @ 9)	19 (on fire @ 15)
Composite Armor 5	-	14 (on fire @ 12)	25 (on fire @ 20)
Harasser	-	28 (on fire @ 22)	49 (on fire @ 39)
Composite Armor 5	-	33 (on fire @ 27)	58 (on fire @ 47)
Sunderer	-	Immune
Blockade Armor 5	-	Immune
Deployment Shield 4	-	Immune
ANT	-	Immune
Lightning	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Prowler	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Magrider	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Vanguard	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
ESF	-	18 (on fire @ 14)	30 (on fire @ 24)
Composite Armor 5	-	19 (on fire @ 16)	33 (on fire @ 27)
Valkyrie	Front/Side/Top/Rear	43 (on fire @ 35)	75 (on fire @ 60)
	Bottom	86 (on fire @ 69)	150 (on fire @ 120)
Composite Armor 5	Front/Side/Top/Rear	50 (on fire @ 40)	87 (on fire @ 69)
	Bottom	99 (on fire @ 79)	173 (on fire @ 138)
Liberator	-	Immune
Composite Armor 5	-	Immune
Galaxy	-	Immune
Composite Armor 5	-	Immune
Bastion Weak Point	-	Immune

Ribbons and Medals

It is possible to earn both Ribbons and Medals while using the TSAR-42. Each ribbon is a standard reward for achieving a set amount of kills with the rifle. Medals are awarded upon reaching kill milestones with the weapon.

Ribbon(s)

Ribbon	Icon	Requirements
TSAR-42 Service Ribbon		10 kills

Find out more on the Service Ribbons article.

Medals

Medal	Icon	Requirement	Award
No Medal		0 kills	N/A
Copper Medal		10 kills	2
Silver Medal		60 kills	10
Gold Medal		160 kills	20
Auraxium Medal		1,160 kills	200
Medals earned with the TSAR-42 contribute towards the Sniper Rifles directive tree.

Media

In-game model

Planetside 2 - Bolt-Action Sniper Review and Comparison - Mr. G4F-0

Trivia

• In honor of player Mentis, who has scored just under 300,000 kills with the rifle, a TSAR-42 was placed up against a tree to the south of Peris Amp Station. Interacting (E by default) with the rifle will show the following message.
  • A battle-worn sniper rifle of Terran design rests peacefully against the tree. The weapon is scored innumerably with the wielder's kill tally, and it's clear this soldier ran out of space to record. In the metallic pommel of the weapon grip you see large letters scratched into the paint: "MENTIS"