.300 MagnumThe undisputed king of sniper rifles. One-shot knocks any Level 3 helmet.
Competitive role: Decisive One-Shot Long-Range Knock Sniper
Attachment support
Five in-game slots
Suppressor (Sniper) — Total stealth; conceals mini-map audio indicator
Sniper Muzzles (Suppressor, Compensator, Flash Hider, Muzzle Brake)
None
No Foregrip Slot Supported
Extended Quickdraw Mag (Sniper - expands 5 to 7 rds)
Sniper Magazines (Extended, Quickdraw, Ext. Quickdraw)
Cheek Pad (dampens scope breathing sway by 15%)
Cheek Pad (Snipers, DMR)
8x CQBSS Scope
Up to 8x Scope
Performance multipliers
The picks that reduce distance damage falloff, settle camera shake, or expand ammo capacity.
Muzzle slot
Reduces damage dropoff
Compensates for firepower reduction per distance, increasing bullet velocity and long-range damage.
Magazine slot
+33% ammo, fast reload
Increases magazine capacity by 33% and slashes tactical reload downtime by 40%.
Stock slot
Recoil and sway control
Reduces vertical recoil and weapon sway by 20% for stable scope alignment.
Secondary optic rail
Instant dual-optic toggle
Enables instant 1-tap toggle between long-range scope and 1x Red Dot sight.
Recoil compensation
AWM has 4 slots: Muzzle, Mag, Stock, Scope (NO FOREGRIP SLOT). It is the only weapon in PUBG/BGMI that knocks a Level 3 Helmet with a single headshot (118 damage vs L3). Suppressor masks the shot origin from distance.
Suppressor (Sniper)
Cuts recoil pattern and stabilizes bullet flight.
8x CQBSS Scope
Maximum peripheral vision and the cleanest reticle lines.
Extended Quickdraw Mag (Sniper - 7 rds)
Fastest reload downtime in intense teamfights.
Cheek Pad (Sniper)
Rear stock stabilization for reduced weapon bounce.
Use Gyro only for precision micro-adjustments onto the enemy head right before releasing the fire button (release to shoot setting).
Calibrated for 90Hz and 120Hz displays
Range planning
Emergency 105 body damage one-tap on unarmored targets.
Tournament round changer; knocking an enemy IGL on rotation instantly gives your team zone entry.
Damage profile
Exact hit damage against each helmet and vest level.
| Hit location | No armour | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Shots to kill, L2 / L3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot | 262 dmg | 183 dmg | 157 dmg | 118 dmg | 1 / 1 |
| Chest and torso | 105 dmg | 73 dmg | 63 dmg | 47 dmg | 1 / 1 |
| Limbs, arms and legs | 52.5 dmg | 52.5 dmg | 52.5 dmg | 52.5 dmg | 2 (ignores vest) |
Esports analysis
“Because AWM bullet velocity is 910 m/s, bullet drop is nearly non-existent under 250 meters. Aim directly at the forehead, zero leading required for running targets within 100 meters.”
Loadout pairings
Combinations used in BMPS, BGIS and PMGC to cover this weapon's engagement ranges.
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