SMG
Canto
A newer SMG that has quickly made the A tier. Often compared with the Bobcat.
Frozen Trail 2.0 · updated October 16, 2026
- Type
- SMG
- Tier (Oct 2026)
- A
- Role
- Newer SMG
Canto overview
A newer SMG that has quickly made the A tier. Often compared with the Bobcat.
Key facts
- Appears in the October 2026 list at A tier.
- Guides frequently set it against the Bobcat.
Who should use it
Players looking for an alternative to the Bobcat.
How we rank it
Ranks are community consensus compiled from several tier lists and patch notes. Embark has not published full damage tables, so treat the tier as guidance rather than a precise number. See the ARC Raiders weapon tier list for the full ranking.
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