R-301 changes in Apex Legends
- 7documented changes
- 6patches
- 4buffs
- 1nerf
Every documented change to R-301
7 changes across 6 patches, newest first
Season 27 Winter Wipeout Event Monday, 5 January 2026
- BUFFWeapons / AR
R-301 Carbine
The R-301 deals more damage per bullet.
Damage 14 → 15
Official source
Season 24 Takeover February 2025
- BUFFWeapons / AR
R-301 Carbine
The R-301 deals more damage per bullet.
- Damage 13 → 14
- Headshot damage: 18
TipThe R-301's headshot figure sits close to a third above its body damage, so when you have a beat to place shots, pull up onto the head. In a panic spray the chest is still the safer hold.
Official source
Season 22 Shockwave August 2024
- BUFFWeapons
R-301
The R-301 has a bigger magazine at every level, so it can fire longer before reloading.
Magazine size changes: Base 18 → 21
- Magazine size changes
- Base 18 → 21
- White 20 → 23
- Blue 28: (was 25)
- Purple/Gold 28 → 31
Season 20 Breakout February 2024
- BUFFWeapons & Attachments
R-301
The R-301 is more accurate when hipfiring.
Hipfire spread reduced
Official source
Season 16 Revelry February 2023
- ROTATION
Anvil Receiver Hop-Up [R-301, Flatline]
The Anvil Receiver hop-up for the R-301 and Flatline can no longer be found on the floor or crafted.
Removed from floor loot and crafting
TipJudge the gun on how it shoots stock. This upgrade is no longer a reason to hold one over something on the floor that already does what you want.
Official source - NERF
R-301
The R-301 deals less damage per bullet.
Damage 14 → 13
TipOne point a shot is not a loadout call: it takes a long burst fully on target before the cut costs you a single extra bullet. Keep the gun and keep your usual engagement range.
Official source
Season 15 Eclipse November 2022
- ROTATIONBalance Updates
Anvil Receiver [R-301, Flatline]
The Anvil Receiver for the R-301 and Flatline is back on the floor and in crafting bundles.
Added to floor loot and crafting bundles
Official source