Vehicle Combat Strategies

Learn how to craft and use the Auto Shotgun in 7 Days to Die. This guide covers required items, recommended mods, and stats for this powerful tier 3 weapon.

Hey there, survivor! So you're looking to get your hands on the Auto Shotgun? Smart move. It's a solid upgrade after you've gotten the hang of the Double Barrel and Pump shotguns. Let's break down how to craft it and what makes it tick. ### Crafting the Auto Shotgun To get this beast, you'll need to put in some work at a Workbench. Here's what you'll need: * Shotgun Parts: 13 * Forged Steel: 100 * Duct Tape: 13 * Springs: 25 It'll take you about 25 minutes and 51 seconds to craft one, assuming you have the right skills and a Workbench ready to go. ### Stats and Mods This tier 3 shotgun packs a punch. Here are some key stats: * Entity Damage: With Shotgun Shells, you're looking at 201-251 damage. Slugs bump that up to 202-253, and Breaching Slugs offer 196-245 damage. * Block Damage: Again, Shells do 54-67.5 damage to blocks, Slugs 80-100, and Breaching Slugs also 80-100. * Magazine Size: 16 rounds. * Rounds per Minute: 70. * Reload Time: 2.6 seconds. * Durability: Ranges from 700 to 1100 depending on quality. * Mod Slots: 4. You can equip mods like Side, Bottom, Shotgun, Barrel, Stock, Small Top, Magazine, Firing Mode, No Scopes, Drum Magazine, and Short Range. ### Ammo Types You can load it up with standard Shotgun Shells, Shotgun Slugs, or the heavy-hitting Shotgun Breaching Slugs. ### Getting Your Hands on One Besides crafting, you can also find the Auto Shotgun by looting, or sometimes by trading with traders. Keep an eye out! Remember, managing your ammo and keeping your shotgun repaired with Repair Kits will be key to surviving those hordes. Happy hunting!