Surviving in the wastelands of Fallout 4 is a complex task, and you can approach this challenge in a multitude of ways. As, in most cases, players will likely decide to shoot their way out of trouble, they can never have too many guns at their disposal. The gun selection in Fallout 4 is vast, but even so, many players feel that the variety of weapons could be improved or reworked, which is possible with the help of mods.
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Some mods introduce several new weapons into the game and add them to the loot pool, while others overhaul the textures of the original weapons to keep them modern. Increasing gun selection will give Fallout players new toys to play around with, and there are plenty of mods out there that do this and more.
Updated February 5, 2026 by Mark Sammut: We have two weapon mods that deliver something different than just new guns. Equipment and Crafting Overhaul (ECO) - Redux and Weapon Scrapping Redone have been added.
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1 Equipment and Crafting Overhaul (ECO) - Redux
Let's You Tweak Fallout 4's Arsenal To Match Your Needs
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This article primarily focuses on mods that add new weapons, as those are generally the most exciting ones. However, you don't need a new piece of hardware to liven up Fallout 4's equipment, and this overhaul mod removes quite a few of the limitations of the game's crafting system. As suggested by the title, this mod impacts more than just weapons, as it also covers workbenches, armor, and clothing; however, their changes are largely the same.
Focusing on weapon enhancements, this mod lets you go wild and change each item's stats, behavior, and modifiers. You can tweak a gun so much that it basically becomes something else entirely, even though its appearance remains the same. The mods' other features are also great, so I recommend just looking through them to get a full idea of what it unlocks.
2 LAER (Laser Assisted Electrical Rifle)
An Electrifying Fallout 4 Weapon
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This weapon is perfect for those wishing to unleash mayhem onto robots and Power Armor fanatics across the Commonwealth. The LAER (Laser Assisted Electrical Rifle) fires highly charged electrical beams that are extra devastating to Synths, robots, and those wearing Power Armor.
Even against standard enemies, this weapon is very effective at removing any would-be attackers from the game. While the weapon isn't too overpowered, some players may feel like this weapon is a little too futuristic for the game. That said, there are also plenty of users who have downloaded this mod and love using this weapon.
3 Bullpup Bozar
A Weapon Mod Inspired By History
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Players Who Haven't Played Older Games May Not Understand Their Worth |
The Bullpup Bozar was available in Fallout 2 and Fallout New Vegas Gun Runner's Arsenal DLC . The weapon is a powerful sniper rifle that comes with custom models, textures, and animations. For those who have only played Fallout 4, they may not see the value behind this weapon. However, for fans of the whole Fallout series, this weapon has a fantastic nostalgic feel to it.
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While it has been updated to fit in with Fallout 4's graphics, the weapon still feels like it used to in Fallout New Vegas. It is considerably different when compared to the Fallout 2 variant. However, that's to be expected, as it was an entirely different game back then.
4 Remote Explosives - C4 With Detonators And More
Explosives That Work Within Fallout 4's Universe
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Fallout 4 does have lots of explosive weapons. However, there is always room for more. The Remote Explosives mod introduces a handful of new explosives that are well-balanced and fit the game's lore. If the player is going for a sneak build, then these explosives can be used to take down enemies stealthily.
Some of the more popular explosives that come with this mod are the Remote Nuke, a Plasma Charge, and an Improvised Explosive Device. There are 12 new skins for the detonator and they are all craftable at a weapon workbench.
5 RU556 - Assault Rifle
More Than Just A Gun
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The default assault rifle in the Commonwealth is an odd-looking gun that leaves much to be desired. Players hungry for a pre-war assault rifle will yearn for the RU556 - Assault Rifle. The mod adds a modern-day assault rifle with high-resolution graphics. Obtaining the RU556 is no simple task, as players must chase down rumors regarding its recent sighting on a ship. The pre-war ship was transporting the weapon illegally before the nukes landed, and gamers will receive the gun after completing the new “Unfinished Deal” quest.
The RU556 looks closer to a weapon out of Tarkov, as the modder took time to create custom animations for first and third-person perspectives. Another aspect that the modder focuses on is the audio, as all the gun sounds are crisp and polished. Many customization options are available for the RU556, allowing players to tweak the weapon to their liking. For players seeking to match the aesthetic of the weapon in the Fallout 4 environment, they should consider turning the Commonwealth into a volcanic wasteland.
6 Weapon Scrapping Redone
Get What You Are Owed
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Let's take a brief break from listing new guns to focus on a different type of weapon mod. Relatively self-explanatory, Weapon Scrapping Redone seeks to provide a fairer output for when players strip weapons down for parts. When you scrap a weapon on a workbench in Fallout 4, you generally get a few basic crafting materials like steel, screws, and copper, which definitely have value and are useful. However, each weapon is made up of more parts than just those, and you might feel like you are being short-changed whenever you scrap a gun.
This mod simply gives you a better return that is more accurate to the parts actually used in a weapon. Simple change that makes a pretty big difference in the long run.
7 M2216 Standalone Assault Rifle
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Players who explored the Mojave Desert of Fallout: New Vegas will be thrilled to find that the Assault carbine is attainable in Fallout 4 through a mod. The M2216 Standalone Assault Rifle adds the assault carbine and updates it to support weapon customization, new barrels, and functional scopes.
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The gun fits flawlessly into the Commonwealth through its previous appearance in the Mojave Wasteland. Carrying the weapon will have a nostalgic effect since many players preferred Fallout: New Vegas over Fallout 4. Currently, there is no legitimate way to find the M2216 rifle other than using a console command.
8 M9 Standalone Pistol
A Stealth Killer's Dream
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Not every gun needs to be a primary since many players prefer to run a stealth infiltrator build. A silenced pistol is the hallmark of any stealth game due to its excellent sneak capabilities and reasonable damage output.
Adopting the M9 Standalone Pistol into stealth builds will add immersion to the game. The M9 pistol is customizable, allowing for personalized tuning and adding a necessary suppressor attachment. Like many other weapon mods, the only way players can obtain the M9 pistol is through console commands.
9 See Through Scopes
Expand Fallout 4's Scope Options
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Scoped weapons are essential for stealthy players who prefer to pick off enemies from a safe distance. The normal scope animation enshrouds the player's vision solely to the scope and blocks everything else. With See Through Scopes, however, players can retain a view of their surroundings while scoping.
Players now aim through the actual scope and not an artificial overlay. The new aiming animation with scopes feels more natural and immersive and makes the weapons feel more real. The mod adds 2.5x, 4x, and 8x magnification and can replace the vanilla scopes if desired.
10 DKS-501 Sniper Rifle
A Bullseye
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There are a lot of rifles in the Fallout universe, though players might find their new favorite by trying out the DKS-501 Sniper Rifle. The gun is inspired by an iconic sniper rifle from Fallout 3 and was added to Fallout 4 as a standalone weapon.
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The weapon has extensive customization options that allow it to be deadly in close and far-range encounters. The DKS-501 has custom reload animations and blends well as a powerful sniper rifle. It even has high-resolution textures. Players also have the option to add custom firing sounds for different receiver modifications for the sniper rifle. The DKS-501 can be obtained through regular loot, but it is rare. This introduces the weapon in an immersion-friendly way and allows players to avoid using console commands to acquire it.