MP43
- Chest dmg
- 103.97
- Head dmg
- 157.51
- Weight
- 3.2 kg
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
Excels in close quarters combat. “When in a pinch, make sure to use both barrels.”
- Unlock
- Default
- Price
- $400Per life, match cash
- Class rank
- #1 of 2 Shotguns
- Caliber
- 12 Gauge
- Fire modes
- Break-action
- Weight
- 3.2 kg
Is the MP43 good?
Yes: the MP43 ranks #1 of 2 Shotguns on measured damage per hit, a S-tier pick. Within its class, the MP43 stands out for damage per hit, weight, price. It trails its class on headshot damage.
- High damage per hit
- Light weight
- Low price
- Weak headshots
- Damage per hit
- 103.97 #1 of 2 in class
- Headshot damage
- 157.51 #2 of 2 in class
- Weight
- 3.2 kg #1 of 2 in class · lower is better
- Price
- $400 #1 of 2 in class · lower is better
MP43 damage stats
MeasuredPer-hit damage against an unarmored target with Rifled slug, measured in the Firing Range. This weapon has no FMJ / HP / AP variants.
| Ammo type | Multiplier | Chest dmg | Head dmg | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifled slug | ×1 | 103.97 | 157.51 | — |
A headshot deals 1.51× the chest damage. Behaviour against armor and damage falloff over distance are not measured yet.
Buckshot at about 20 m: 56.29–99.06 damage per shot, depending on how many pellets hit (3–4 in our tests). The figures above are for rifled slugs.
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MP43 vs other Shotguns
MP43 damage per hit vs other Shotguns
Head-to-head
Compare- Damage per hit
- 103.97
- 103.96
- Headshot damage
- 157.51
- 157.52
- Fire rate
- —
- 79
- DPS
- —
- 137
- Weight
- 3.2 kg
- 3.52 kg
- Price
- $400
- $1,200
MP43 ammo (12 Gauge)
| Name | Effects | Chest dmg | Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|
 12G 7mm Buckshot | Standard ammunition · Deals even damage to all target types | — | Default |
 12G Rifled Slug | Single large slug projectile · Increased damage and range | — | WARDOG Lv 36 |
How to unlock the MP43
The MP43 is available from the start: no level or unlock required.
Support track: every unlock by level →
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MP43 price & value
CalculatedYou buy the MP43 again every life with match cash, so its price is part of the choice. Value here means damage per hit per $1,000: a calculation that leaves out recoil, handling and range.
- Price per life
- $400
- Class median price
- $800
- Price rank in class
- 1 of 2 (1 = cheapest)
- damage per hit per $1,000
- 259.9 (value rank 1 of 2)
The MP43 is the best value among Shotguns: no other Shotgun gives more measured damage per hit per $1,000.
Full vendor prices captured on November 3, 2026. New players pay half until WARDOG level 9 (New Recruit discount). Weapon prices & budget picks → · How to make money in WARDOGS →
MP43 alternatives
Other Shotguns you can run instead, with the same measured numbers.
The MP43 is a Shotgun in WARDOGS chambered in 12 Gauge, weighing 3.2 kg with Break-action fire. Excels in close quarters combat. In our Firing Range tests it dealt 103.97 damage per chest hit and 157.51 per headshot with Rifled slug. That puts it #1 of 2 Shotguns on measured output (S tier). Buckshot at about 20 m: 56.29–99.06 damage per shot, depending on how many pellets hit (3–4 in our tests). The figures above are for rifled slugs. It is available from the start. Other Shotguns worth comparing: M500.
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MP43 FAQ
Is the MP43 good in WARDOGS?
Yes. On our measured numbers the MP43 ranks #1 of 2 Shotguns (S tier), with 103.97 damage per chest hit.
How much damage does the MP43 do?
With Rifled slug against an unarmored target the MP43 deals 103.97 damage to the chest and 157.51 to the head.
How much does the MP43 cost?
The MP43 costs $400 in match cash at the Equipment Vendor, and you pay again each life you take it. New players get it for $200 while the New Recruit discount (-50%) lasts, up to WARDOG level 9. You also need Default to buy it.
Is the MP43 worth the money in WARDOGS?
On value, yes: the MP43 gives the most measured damage per hit per $1,000 of any Shotgun, at $400 per life.
How do you unlock the MP43 in WARDOGS?
You do not need to: the MP43 is available from the start.