Helldivers 2 Speargun Damage & Guide (2025 Update)

The S-11 Speargun is one of the most versatile support weapons in Helldivers 2, introduced via the Dust Devils Premium Warbond. As of the September 4, 2025 update (1.004.001), the Speargun received a significant buff:

• Reload Duration decreased from 3.5 → 2.5 seconds

This change makes it faster to cycle shots, improving its effectiveness in sustained engagements against both bugs and bots.

How to Unlock the S-11 Speargun

• Warbond Page: Dust Devils Premium Warbond, Page 2
• Cost: 85 Medals
• Stratagem Call-in Time: 7.75s (base) → 4.75s (with upgrades)
• Cooldown: 480s (base) → ~410s (with all upgrades)
• Uses: Unlimited

Weapon Statistics

With its fast reload, armor-piercing penetration, and powerful gas status effects, the Speargun has become a reliable support option for both anti-armor and crowd control in high-intensity missions. If you want to optimize your loadout and secure an edge in combat, you can always buy Helldivers 2 Items online to complement your Speargun strategy.

Functionality & Damage Profile

The Speargun is essentially a hybrid between the RS-422 Railgun and G-4 Gas Grenade.

Direct Damage:

• 650 base gas damage (vs. standard targets).
• Anti-Tank penetration (AP5/AP6 depending on hit angle).
• Capable of staggering large enemies like Chargers and Titans.

Area Damage:

• Upon impact, releases a gas cloud (smaller than G-4 initially, but grows over time).
• Inflicts Gas + Confusion status, impairing enemy AI.
• AoE demolition force allows closing bug holes, destroying fabricators, and crippling warpships.

Tactical Use:

• Staggers Chargers mid-charge and confuses them for easier takedowns.
• A precise rear abdominal shot can cause a Charger to bleed out (standard variant only).
• Rupture strain Terminids are forced out of the ground and blinded by gas.
• A single spear to a Hulk's eye can instantly destroy it.

Ship Module Synergies

Several modules enhance the Speargun's performance:

• Donation Access License: Deploy with max magazines.
• Superior Packing Methodology: Resupply gives max magazines.
• Payroll Management System: -10% reload time (stacking with patch buff).
• Streamlined Request Process: -10% cooldown.
• Morale Augmentation: -5% cooldown.
• Streamlined Launch Process: Immediate deployment after call-in.

Damage Comparison Chart

Here's a damage comparison chart for the S-11 Speargun, RS-422 Railgun (Safe), and Recoilless Rifle:

• Direct Damage: Railgun and Recoilless Rifle hit harder, but the Speargun remains competitive.
• AoE Damage: The Speargun's gas cloud provides utility rather than raw damage, while the Recoilless dominates in explosive radius.
• Reload Time: With the new patch, the Speargun reloads the fastest, making it the most responsive support weapon.

Why the Speargun Stands Out

The S-11 Speargun excels at anti-armor disruption and crowd control. Unlike the Railgun, it doesn't require charge-up, making it a reactive tool against sudden threats. Its gas explosion not only damages but also confuses enemies, buying precious seconds in high-pressure fights.

After the reload speed buff, the Speargun feels far less punishing between shots, allowing skilled divers to chain spear shots effectively against armored targets.