Rust M92 Pistol
T3 semi-auto sidearm. 15-round mag, the raid-meta pistol of choice.
Fast facts
| Tier | T3 workbench |
|---|---|
| Ammo | Pistol Bullet / Incendiary / HV Pistol |
| Magazine | 15 rounds |
| RPM | ~480 (community-consensus) |
| Damage | ~30 body / ~60 headshot (community-consensus) |
| Range | Medium (~50-70m effective) |
| Recoil | Mild vertical, very controllable |
| Acquisition | T3 workbench craft. Also drops from elite crates / Bradley / Heli. |
The M92 is the T3 evolution of the Semi-Auto Pistol — same fire rate and damage profile, but a 15-round magazine instead of 10. That extra capacity makes it the de facto raid-meta pistol: enough rounds to handle a defender plus follow-up shots without reload pressure.
Pro tips
- 15-round mag changes the math — you can engage two targets without reloading.
- Most-popular raid sidearm — pair with AK or LR-300 primary.
- HV pistol ammo for distance — M92 is accurate enough for 50m+ shots.
Frequently asked questions
How is the M92 different from the SAP?
Same damage, same fire rate, same ammo. Difference is the magazine: M92 holds 15 rounds vs SAP's 10. T3 craft tier vs T2. The extra 5 rounds make the M92 noticeably better for sustained engagements.
Can you craft the M92 in Rust?
Yes — T3 workbench. Default-known after the blueprint is researched. Standard pistol body + metal frags + spring craft.
M92 vs Python — which is better?
M92 has the bigger magazine (15 vs 8 rounds) and faster fire rate. Python has higher per-shot damage and a more iconic feel. Most competitive players prefer M92 for the capacity; Python is the connoisseur pick for high-skill 1-tap headshot players.