How Assault Shotgun and SMG stack up across the stats that actually matter in Grand Theft Auto IV.

A drum-fed automatic shotgun added in The Lost and Damned for relentless close-quarters firepower.

An MP5-style submachine gun with a steadier spread than the Micro SMG, the workhorse automatic for Niko's mid-game shootouts.
| Stat | Assault Shotgun | SMG |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Shotgun | SMG |
| Ammo | 12-gauge | 9mm |
| In-game damage | High | Medium |