WARDOGS T-21: Damage, Fire Rate & Unlock

Unlock: Default
Price: $600Per life, match cash
Class rank: #3 of 8 Assault Rifles
Caliber: 5.56x45mm
Magazines: 1 (up to 20 rds)
Attachments: 2913 optics · 9 underbarrel · 7 muzzle

Is the T-21 good?

The T-21 ranks #3 of 8 Assault Rifles on measured DPS (C tier). Within its class, the T-21 stands out for fire rate, price. It trails its class on damage per magazine, magazine size.

#3of 8 Assault Rifles

Strengths

Fast fire rate
Low price

Weaknesses

Low damage per magazine
Small magazine

Damage per hit: 30.81
Headshot damage: 65.81
Fire rate: 727 RPM
DPS: 373
Magazine size: 20 rounds
Damage per magazine: 616
Weight: 3.27 kg
Price: $600

T-21 damage stats

Measured

Per-hit damage for each ammo type against an unarmored target. FMJ was measured; HP and AP apply the exact multipliers we measured across seven calibers.

Ammo type	Multiplier	Chest dmg	Head dmg	DPS
FMJ	×1	30.81	65.81	373
Hollow Point	×2	61.62	131.62	747
Armor Piercing	×0.8	24.65	52.65	299

A headshot deals 2.14× the chest damage. Behaviour against armor and damage falloff over distance are not measured yet.

With its largest 20-round magazine the T-21 deals 616 damage (FMJ, chest hits) and empties it in 1.6 seconds at 727 RPM. Change the magazine, ammo and headshot share below.

T-21 magazine dump

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Ammo

Headshots: 0%Damage to deal (optional)

Per hit: 30.81
Per magazine: 616
Time to empty: 1.6 s
DPS: 373
Hits needed: —

Unarmored target, about 20 m. Time runs from the first to the last shot at the measured fire rate; reloads are not included.Full damage calculator →

T-21 vs other Assault Rifles

All measured Assault Rifles, plotted by damage per hit and fire rate: higher hits harder, further right fires faster. Points on the same dashed curve deal the same damage per second. Click a dot to open that weapon.

T-21Other Assault RiflesMax trigger rate (not full auto)Same DPS

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T-21VSM4

Damage per hit: 30.81; 30.82
Headshot damage: 65.81; 65.82
Fire rate: 727; 786
DPS: 373; 404
Magazine size: 20; 60
Damage per magazine: 616; 1,849
Weight: 3.27 kg; 2.92 kg
Price: $600; $2,800

T-21 wins 1 of 8 statsFull T-21 vs M4 comparison →

T-21 magazines

In-game data

Every magazine the T-21 accepts, with capacity, weight and the total damage one full magazine can deal.

Name	Rounds	Weight	Dmg per mag	Unlock
STANAG 20 Rnd Magazine	20	0.31 kg	616	Default

Best T-21 attachments & build

In-game data

Our top-rated T-21 build is Four Reticle Reflex, AFG Angled Foregrip, RC-556 Suppressor. Parts are ranked on the in-game tooltip effects, and the optic is picked for the range a Assault Rifle usually fights at. Use the planner to build for recoil, accuracy, handling or stealth instead.

Build your T-21

Planner

Build for

Optic slot

Four Reticle ReflexMedic Lv 6 · 0.12 kg

1.2x
Moderate ADS speed improvements

Underbarrel slot

AFG Angled ForegripAssault Lv 14 · 0.08 kg

Strong horizontal recoil reduction
Strong spread reduction
Moderate ADS speed improvements
Moderate equip speed improvements

Muzzle slot

RC-556 SuppressorAssault Lv 29 · 0.5 kg

Reduced sound profile
Strong flash reduction
Moderate vertical recoil reduction
Moderate spread reduction
Minor horizontal recoil reduction
Moderate ADS speed penalty

Recoil control: +6
Accuracy: +5
Handling: +4
Stealth: +5

Total weight: 3.97 kg
Unlocks needed: Medic Lv 6 · Assault Lv 29
Weapon price: $600

Points are the game's tooltip tiers: Minor 1, Moderate 2, Strong 3 (bipod effects that only apply when deployed count half). They compare parts; they are not exact stat values.Open in Loadout Builder →

Best for Recoil control

TDG Vertical ForegripUnderbarrel slot · WARDOG Lv 58
3-Chamber BrakeMuzzle slot · Assault Lv 45

Best for Accuracy

Rubberized Ergonomic ForegripUnderbarrel slot · Assault Lv 11
RC-556 SuppressorMuzzle slot · Assault Lv 29

Best for Handling

AFG Angled ForegripUnderbarrel slot · Assault Lv 14
3 Prong Flash HiderMuzzle slot · Assault Lv 24

Best for Stealth

RC-556 SuppressorMuzzle slot · Assault Lv 29

Close-range optics (≤2x)

Mid-range optics (2–6x)

Every T-21 attachment

Optic slot (13)

Name	Type	Effects	Unlock
Compact T-2 Red Dot	Optic	1.2x magnification · Minor ADS speed improvements	WARDOG Lv 4
Kobra Reflex	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	WARDOG Lv 21
Four Reticle Reflex	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	Medic Lv 6
Holographic Sight	Optic	1.2x magnification · Minor ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 22
CQ-2x Prism Combat Scope	Optic	2x magnification · Minor ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 17
2.5x Combat Optic	Optic	2.5x magnification	WARDOG Lv 26
3x Tactical Prism Scope	Optic	3x magnification	WARDOG Lv 31
Spitfire 3x	Optic	3x magnification	Assault Lv 26
Spectr 4x	Optic	4x magnification	Support Lv 21
Vektor Frenix-X Micro Reflex Sight	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	Medic Lv 28
4x Combat Prism Scope with Reflex	Optic	4x magnification	Assault Lv 43
Tricon 1.5x Compact Prism Scope	Optic	1.5x magnification	Assault Lv 12
OKP 7 Reflex	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 33

Underbarrel slot (9)

Name	Type	Effects	Unlock
RK6 Tactical Foregrip	Foregrip	Moderate vertical recoil reduction · Moderate spread reduction	WARDOG Lv 15
Rubberized Ergonomic Foregrip	Foregrip	Strong ADS stabilization handling · Strong vertical sway reduction	Assault Lv 11
45° Angled Foregrip	Foregrip	Moderate horizontal recoil reduction · Moderate spread reduction	WARDOG Lv 33
Mini Angled Foregrip	Foregrip	Strong horizontal recoil reduction · Moderate spread reduction	WARDOG Lv 38
RVG Vertical Foregrip	Foregrip	Minor ADS speed increase · Moderate spread reduction	Medic Lv 16
TDG Vertical Foregrip	Foregrip	Strong vertical recoil reduction · Strong ADS stabilization handling	WARDOG Lv 58
Shift Foregrip	Foregrip	Strong horizontal recoil reduction · Strong spread reduction	Assault Lv 48
Hybrid Grip Pod	Bipod	Stowed: Moderate recoil reduction · Stowed: Minor spread reduction	Support Lv 50
AFG Angled Foregrip	Foregrip	Strong horizontal recoil reduction · Strong spread reduction	Assault Lv 14

Muzzle slot (7)

Name	Type	Effects	Unlock
Hexagon Brake	Muzzle	Strong horizontal recoil reduction · Minor spread reduction	Assault Lv 2
Ballista Brake	Muzzle	Moderate horizontal recoil reduction · Minor spread reduction	Medic Lv 13
Topcomp Brake	Muzzle	Moderate vertical recoil reduction · Minor horizontal recoil reduction	Assault Lv 5
3 Prong Flash Hider	Muzzle	Moderate flash reduction · Minor ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 24
3-Chamber Brake	Muzzle	Strong vertical recoil reduction · Minor horizontal recoil reduction	Assault Lv 45
RC-556 Suppressor	Suppressor	Reduced sound profile · Strong flash reduction	Assault Lv 29
AR Multi-Caliber Suppressor	Suppressor	Reduces sound profile · Moderate muzzle flash reduction	Assault Lv 21

T-21 ammo (5.56x45mm)

Hollow point doubles damage against flesh (61.62 per chest hit); armor piercing trades damage against flesh (24.65) for more damage to body armor and vehicles.

Name	Effects	Chest dmg	Unlock
5.56mm Standard (FMJ)	Standard ammunition · Deals even damage to all target types	30.81	Default
5.56mm Flesh Damage (HP)	Increased damage against flesh. · Decreased damage against armored targets	61.62	WARDOG Lv 10
5.56mm Armor Piercing (AP)	Increased damage to body armor and vehicles · Decreased damage to unarmored body parts	24.65	WARDOG Lv 83

5.56x45mm ammo types →

How to unlock the T-21

The T-21 is available from the start: no level or unlock required.

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T-21 alternatives

Other Assault Rifles you can run instead, with the same measured numbers.

Also chambered in 5.56x45mm: M249 SAW, Scout Rifle TD

The T-21 is a Assault Rifle in WARDOGS chambered in 5.56x45mm, weighing 3.27 kg with Semi, Full Auto fire. Mass produced and battle-scarred recruit rifle. In our Firing Range tests it dealt 30.81 damage per chest hit and 65.81 per headshot with FMJ, and cycled at 727 rounds per minute, which works out to 373 chest DPS. That puts it #3 of 8 Assault Rifles on measured output (C tier). It takes 1 magazine types holding up to 20 rounds. It accepts 29 attachments: 13 optics, 9 underbarrel parts and 7 muzzle devices. Loaded with hollow point it deals 61.62 per chest hit to unarmored enemies; armor piercing drops that to 24.65 but is the round to use against armor and vehicles. It is available from the start. Other Assault Rifles worth comparing: A-91, AK74, Bushmaster M17S, FAL. With its largest 20-round magazine the T-21 deals 616 damage (FMJ, chest hits) and empties it in 1.6 seconds at 727 RPM. Change the magazine, ammo and headshot share below. Our top-rated T-21 build is Four Reticle Reflex, AFG Angled Foregrip, RC-556 Suppressor. Parts are ranked on the in-game tooltip effects, and the optic is picked for the range a Assault Rifle usually fights at. Use the planner to build for recoil, accuracy, handling or stealth instead.

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T-21 FAQ

Is the T-21 good in WARDOGS?

The T-21 ranks #3 of 8 Assault Rifles on measured output (C tier), with 30.81 damage per chest hit. Ranking uses DPS for automatic weapons and damage per hit for the rest.

How much damage does the T-21 do?

With FMJ against an unarmored target the T-21 deals 30.81 damage to the chest and 65.81 to the head. Hollow point raises the chest hit to 61.62; armor piercing lowers it to 24.65 against flesh.

What is the T-21's fire rate?

We measured the T-21 at about 727 rounds per minute on full auto (±5%), giving 373 chest DPS with FMJ.

How much does the T-21 cost?

The T-21 costs $600 in match cash at the Equipment Vendor, and you pay again each life you take it. New players get it for $300 while the New Recruit discount (-50%) lasts, up to WARDOG level 9. You also need Default to buy it.

How do you unlock the T-21 in WARDOGS?

You do not need to: the T-21 is available from the start.

What attachments can the T-21 use?

The T-21 accepts 29 attachments: 13 optics, 9 underbarrel parts (foregrips and bipods) and 7 muzzle devices including suppressors. The full list with effects and unlock levels is on this page.

What is the best T-21 build?

The top-rated T-21 build in our planner is Four Reticle Reflex, AFG Angled Foregrip, RC-556 Suppressor. Parts are ranked on their in-game tooltip effects (Minor, Moderate and Strong), with the optic chosen for the usual range of a assault rifle; the planner on this page builds for recoil, accuracy, handling or stealth.

How long does the T-21 take to empty a magazine?

At its measured 727 RPM the T-21 empties its largest 20-round magazine in 1.6 seconds, dealing 616 damage with FMJ to the chest (1,232 with Hollow Point) against an unarmored target.

What ammo should I use in the T-21?

Use hollow point against infantry without armor: it doubles damage to 61.62 per chest hit. Switch to armor piercing (24.65 against flesh) when enemies wear body armor or you need to hurt vehicles. FMJ (30.81) is the even, all-round option.

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