Rust Python Revolver
T3 6-shot magnum. Highest per-shot pistol damage in the game.
Fast facts
| Tier | T3 workbench |
|---|---|
| Ammo | Pistol Bullet / Incendiary / HV Pistol |
| Magazine | 6 rounds |
| RPM | ~360 (community-consensus) |
| Damage | ~50 body / ~100 headshot (community-consensus) |
| Range | Medium-long (~60-80m) |
| Recoil | High per-shot kick, fully resets between shots |
| Acquisition | T3 workbench craft. Also drops from elite crates and locked crates. |
The Python is the highest-damage pistol in Rust — 6 rounds in the cylinder, but each one hits noticeably harder than M92 or SAP rounds. The trade-off is mag size: 6 rounds doesn't leave room for misses. Beloved by players who can land headshots; punishing for spray-and-pray players. Iconic skin family includes the Whiteout Python.
Pro tips
- Headshot or reload — 6 rounds is too few for body-shot fights.
- Best 1-tap potential of any pistol — full-armoured target dies in 2 headshots.
- Slow reload — full cylinder swap, ~3.5 seconds. Don't engage out of cover.
- Pair with AK primary — Python as backup for when the AK runs dry mid-engagement.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Python the best pistol in Rust?
Highest damage per shot, yes — but lowest magazine (6 rounds vs M92's 15). Best for skilled players who land headshots; worst for spray-and-pray. Competitive answer: M92 is better for most players, Python is better if you actually hit your shots.
How do you craft a Python in Rust?
T3 workbench. 1 SMG body + metal frags + spring (community-confirmed recipe). Default-known after blueprint research. ~15 second craft time.
How much damage does a Python do?
Roughly 50 body / 100 headshot with standard pistol ammo. Highest single-shot pistol damage in Rust. With Incendiary rounds you also get fire damage on hit, useful against low-armour targets.