Shotgun • 12 Gauge

S1897

Reference values, compatible equipment, and practical testing tools for S1897.

S1897

Understand your next engagement.

9 pellets

Reference snapshot 2026-10-28. Values are third-party game-file records and can include event variants. Verify the live mode before treating them as competitive advice.
Damage55
Fire rate103 RPM
Unarmored base DPS94.8
Reload2.30 s
Muzzle velocity360 m/s
Ballistic limit150 m
Magazine5
Vertical recoil tuning12.0

Fit the weapon to the situation

Recoil tuning and ballistic limits are reference constants, not a measured accuracy score or a recommended engagement distance. Test your own burst size and aim speed in training mode.

Estimated close-range fit36
Estimated mid-range fit42
Estimated long-range fit28
Heuristic fit scores combine reference cadence, velocity, and control tuning. They are not player win rates.Open the recoil practice checklist →

Strengths & tradeoffs

A deliberate firing cadence rewards controlled shots and careful timing between exposures.

Allow for projectile travel time and choose an engagement distance you can control.

COMPATIBILITY SNAPSHOT • CHECK THE LIVE BUILD

Compatible attachments

StockBullet Loops (SG, Win94, Kar98k)
StockBullet Loops for S1897, S686
MuzzleChoke (SG)
MuzzleDuckbill (SG)