Shotguns are often misunderstood as “simple” weapons, but in Battlefield 6 Boosting, they’re anything but. Dice’s mechanics introduce nuanced interactions between pellet spread, choke patterns, movement modifiers, and damage drop-off. To understand the tier list fully, we must begin by examining the underlying science that governs shotgun performance.

Pellet Mechanics Explained

Every shotgun blast consists of multiple pellets, and each pellet carries its own damage value. In BF6, the total damage you inflict is the sum of all pellets that hit the target. Therefore, shotguns with tighter spreads, higher pellet counts, or slower drop-off curves typically outperform those without these advantages.

This is the main reason why the SGX-12 Punisher sits at the top of the meta—it delivers consistently tight spreads even while moving, giving it superiority in real combat situations rather than controlled tests.

Ammo Types: The True Meta Changers

Perhaps the most defining factor of any shotgun in BF6 is the ammo conversion system. The game’s system allows players to modify their weapon in-field using the Plus Menu. Ammo types include:

• Buckshot: Standard pellets for balanced performance.

• Flechette Rounds: Improved armor penetration and tighter grouping.

• Slug Rounds: Single large projectile with high accuracy.

• Dragon’s Breath: Incendiary rounds with area denial effects.

Shotguns like the M870 Reclaimer gain tremendous lethality with slug rounds, whereas automatic shotguns such as the Vortex V10 pair best with buckshot for consistent multi-pellet hits.

Movement Impact

Battlefield 6 Boosting service’s signature movement—sliding, strafing, vaulting—affects shotgun spread. Weapons with built-in stability modifiers, such as the TAC-45 Urban Enforcer, maintain accuracy even during aggressive plays, making them favorites among high-skill players.