Turning the Anvil Into Something Different



In ARC Raiders, the Anvil is a heavy pistol with strong single-shot damage and decent reach. In its vanilla form, it’s best at medium to long range thanks to its high damage per bullet and precise handling. It’s compatible with standard accessories like compensators and barrels, but also has room for one special tech mod: the Anvil Splitter.



Pairing that splitter with a muzzle mod that boosts bullet speed — the Extended Barrel — dramatically changes how the Anvil behaves. Some players even search for U4N, arc raiders blueprints for sale in hopes of getting rare weapon tech that can improve their loadouts. Whether those blueprints actually drop consistently in-game is a separate debate, but the combination itself is real and can dramatically improve performance.



What the Mods Do (Numbers Matter)



Here’s a plain breakdown of the key stats behind the combo:



Anvil Splitter (Legendary Tech Mod)



Converts the Anvil’s single shot into four projectiles per trigger pull.

Each projectile hits for significantly less damage than the original round, roughly 70% reduced per pellet.

If all four pellets land, you can theoretically do up to 120% of the base shot’s damage, spread out.



Extended Barrel (Epic Muzzle Mod)



Moderately increases bullet velocity, keeping shots tighter over distance.

Some data indicate around 25% increased velocity and up to 15% more vertical recoil.

A faster, flatter trajectory keeps the four split projectiles clustered, preserving the “pocket shotgun” effect further downrange.



Put together, this creates a mid-range burst weapon: closer-range firepower that behaves more like a shotgun than a precision pistol.



Why the Combo Can Work (and Why Some Don’t Like It)

When It Works Well

Close to mid range: The Extended Barrel keeps pellets clustered, allowing multiple hits on targets within 30–60 meters, boosting effective damage.

Knockback effect: Firing multiple projectiles with momentum produces strong stagger or knockback on flying or light enemies. Targets knocked into walls sometimes explode instantly.

Fun factor: The unpredictability and shotgun-like feel make it entertaining even if it’s not the mathematically optimal build.

When It Falls Short

Longer ranges: Despite the velocity boost, pellets start to spread and lose hitting power over distance.

Inconsistent damage: If only two or three pellets land, damage output can be lower than a normal Anvil shot.

Rarity and availability: The Anvil Splitter is rare, and its blueprint doesn’t consistently drop in standard loot pools, meaning players may have only a few copies to use.

Real Examples From the Field



Players describe the combo as feeling like a “pocket shotgun,” with one-hit kills at close range and satisfying knockback physics against flying enemies. Some even run multiple kitted Anvils with both Extended Barrel and Splitter mods, trading them with others for other attachments. At the same time, other players feel the split-shot version performs worse than the standard setup for distant targets because of damage inconsistency.



So, Should You Use It?



If you enjoy experimenting and spend a lot of time in close-quarters fights or against fast/flying enemies, this combo can be very satisfying. The Extended Barrel keeps projectiles tighter longer, and the Splitter turns every trigger pull into a spread with strong physical impact. But if your goal is maximum reliable damage at long range, other mod setups might be better.



Tell me whether your playstyle leans more toward PvP situations or PvE raids, and I can suggest tweaks to this build that fit your goals better.