Volt SMG
S-Tier energy submachine gun featuring 204 DPS, 700 m/s bullet velocity, low horizontal sway, and an 86% ADS movement speed multiplier.
Weapon Overview & Ballistic Profile
S-Tier energy submachine gun featuring 204 DPS, 700 m/s bullet velocity, low horizontal sway, and an 86% ADS movement speed multiplier.
Shield Tier TTK & Damage Breakdown
Below is the empirical Time-to-Kill (TTK) performance matrix for the Volt SMG across all four standard shield tiers in competitive Apex Legends:
| Target Armor Tier | Total Effective HP | Time to Kill (TTK) | Body Hits Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Shield (Tier 1) | 150 HP | 0.75s (10 shots) | 10 shots |
| Blue Shield (Tier 2) | 175 HP | 0.83s (12 shots) | 12 shots |
| Purple Shield (Tier 3) | 200 HP | 0.92s (14 shots) | 14 shots |
| Red Evo Shield (Tier 4) | 225 HP | 1.00s (15 shots) | 15 shots |
Ballistic Handling & Recoil Smoothing Mechanics
Recoil Tendency: Predictable vertical curve with zero side shake.
In the Source engine underlying Apex Legends, engaging targets at an angular crosshair speed of 3.7 degrees per second or greater triggers Recoil Smoothing. When tracking strafing enemies between 20 and 45 meters with the Volt SMG, counter-strafe to eliminate horizontal recoil kick and maintain pinpoint accuracy.
Optimal Attachments & Loadout Synergy
- Supported Attachments: Laser Sight, Extended Energy Mag, Standard Stock, 1x-2x Optics.
- Recommended Secondary Pairing: Pair with Flatline, R-301, or G7 Scout to cover close-quarters corner peeks.
- Best Legend Synergy: Horizon, Pathfinder, Wraith, Bangalore.