Weapon job table
Weapon choices should match target behavior. A cannon that wins a static fight may be wrong for a fast extraction run.
- Leg pressure
- Cannon suppression
- Boarding defense
- Reactor finish
SAND: Raiders of Sophie best weapons
Pick weapons by job: disable legs, suppress guns, protect boarding lanes or finish a damaged Trampler.
Quick answer
The best weapon is the one that fits the raid job. Solo players need reliability, while squads can specialize cannons for legs, guns and reactor pressure.
Weapons and cannons comparator
40mm Cannon
Leg pressure and cheap PvP practice
Low
Starter weapon decks and light wrecks
120
70mm Cannon
Balanced hull pressure
Medium
Mid-tier weapon crates and contracts
190
80mm Cannon
Squad siege and reactor finishing
High
Heavy decks and contested military POIs
260
Deck MG
Boarding defense and soft targets
Low
Starter decks and raider towers
88
Breech Rifle
Crew defense outside the Trampler
Medium
Weapon lockers and patrol camps
110
Scattergun
Close boarding lanes
Low
Settlement crates and raider cabins
74
Solo loadout logic
Solo weapons should be simple to use under stress. Do not pick gear that demands perfect crew coordination when you are driving alone.
- Reliable reloads
- Cheap ammo
- Easy aim windows
- Repair-first setup
sand raiders of sophie best weapons FAQ
Are bigger cannons always better?
No. Heavy weapons can be strong, but they also increase cost, timing pressure and replacement pain after a failed raid.
What should squads target first?
Squads should call targets clearly: legs for mobility, cannons for safety, then reactor or boarding pressure when the fight is controlled.