How AP Pistol and Battle Axe stack up across the stats that actually matter in Grand Theft Auto V.
A select-fire armor-piercing machine pistol — full-auto in a sidearm slot, ideal for drive-bys when an SMG would block the camera. Unlocked at Ammu-Nation mid-story.
A medieval-style two-handed war axe added with the Bikers update — one of GTA V's slowest melee weapons, but with the highest single-hit damage in the entire melee class.
| Stat | AP Pistol | Battle Axe |
|---|---|---|
| Damage (stat) | 26 | 15 |
| Accuracy | 35 | 0 |
| Range | 30 | 0 |
| Fire rate | 80 | 15 |
| Magazine | 250 | 0 |
| Type | Pistol | Melee |
| Ammo | 9mm | — |
| In-game damage | High | Very High |
