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Contents

  • Titans
    • Introduction
    • Titan Customization
    • Chassis
    • Primary Weapons
      • Triple Threat
      • Arc Cannon
      • Plasma Railgun
      • XO-16 Chaingun
      • Quad Rocket
      • 40mm Cannon
      • Introduction
    • Titan Ordnance
      • Multi-Target Missile System
      • Cluster Missile
      • Slaved Warheads
      • Rocket Salvo
      • Introduction
    • Titan Tactical Abilities
      • Tactical Abilities
      • Tier 1 Kits
      • Tier 2 Kits
    • Advanced Titan Customization
  • Quick Reference
    • Scoring
    • Progression and unlocks
    • Gen Progression
    • Challenges
    • Burn Cards
    • Achievements
    • Developer Tips
    • Meet The Pros
  • Behind the Scenes
    • Titanfall: Behind the Scenes at Respawn Entertainment
    • Starting from Scratch: Vince Zampella
    • Community: Abbie Heppe
    • Art: Joel Emslie
    • Game Design: Justin Hendry
    • Animation: Paul Messerly
    • Weaponry: Ryan Lastimosa
    • Audio: Erik Kraber
    • Source Engine and Matchmaking: Jon Shiring
    • Campaign: Steve Fukuda
  • Video
    • Training Ground (video)
    • Smuggler's Cove (video)
    • Rise (video)
    • Relic (video)
    • Overlook (video)
    • Outpost 207 (video)
    • Nexus (video)
    • Lagoon (video)
    • Fracture (video)
    • Corporate (video)
    • Colony (video)
    • Boneyard (video)
    • Angel City (video)
    • Airbase (video)
  • DLC
    • Frontiers Edge
      • Whats New
      • DIG SITE
        • Map Overview
        • Capture the Flag
        • Hardpoint
        • Last Titan Standing
      • HAVEN
        • Map Overview
        • Capture the Flag
        • Hardpoint
        • Last Titan Standing
      • EXPORT
        • Map Overview
        • Capture the Flag
        • Hardpoint
        • Last Titan Standing
    • Expedition
      • WAR GAMES
        • Last Titan Standing
        • Hardpoint
        • Capture the Flag
        • Map Overview
      • SWAMPLAND
        • Last Titan Standing
        • Hardpoint
        • Capture the Flag
        • Map Overview
      • RUNOFF
        • Last Titan Standing
        • Hardpoint
        • Capture the Flag
        • Map Overview
  • Training
    • Introduction
    • Controls
    • Interface
    • Welcome to the Frontier: Training
    • Pilot Fundamentals
    • Titan Fundamentals
    • Game Modes
    • Persistence and Progression
    • Advanced Combat Tactics
  • Introduction
    • The Frontier
    • History of the Conflict
    • The Militia
    • The IMC
    • Titanfall Tech
    • Campaign
  • Maps
    • Introduction
    • Demeter
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Corporate
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Colony
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Boneyard
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Angel City
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Airbase
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Relic
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Overlook
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Outpost 207
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Nexus
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Lagoon
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Fracture
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Rise
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Runoff (Expedition)
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Hardpoint
      • Capture the Flag
      • Map Overview
    • Smugglers Cove
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • Swampland (Expedition)
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Hardpoint
      • Capture the Flag
      • Map Overview
    • Training Ground
      • Introduction
      • Map Overview
      • Attrition
      • Capture the Flag
      • Hardpoint Domination
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Pilot Hunter
    • War Games (Expedition)
      • Last Titan Standing
      • Hardpoint
      • Capture the Flag
      • Map Overview
  • Pilots
    • Introduction
    • Pilot Customization
    • Primary Weapons
      • Introduction
      • R-101C
      • EVA-8 Shotgun
      • Smart Pistol MK5
      • R-97 Compact SMG
      • Longbow-DMR Sniper
      • G2A4 Rifle
      • Hemlok BF-R
      • C.A.R. SMG
      • Spitfire LMG
      • Kraber-AP Sniper
    • Sidearms
      • B3 Wingman
      • Hammond P2011
      • RE-45 Autopistol
      • Introduction
    • Anti-Titan Weapons
      • Charge Rifle
      • Mag Launcher
      • Sidewinder
      • Archer Heavy Rocket
      • Introduction
    • Ordnance
      • Arc Mine
      • Satchel Charge
      • Arc Grenade
      • Frag Grenade
      • Introduction
    • Pilot Tactical Abilities
      • Tier 2 Kits
      • Tier 1 Kits
      • Tactical Abilities
    • Advanced Pilot Customization
  • Patch Notes
    • Patch Notes

Titanfall Guide › Titans › Primary Weapons

Arc Cannon

Arc Cannon

The factory-issue Arc Cannon fires a bolt of lightning that propagates across multiple targets. It can be fired quickly or charged up over time for an increase in firepower.

Pro Tip: StrongSide

If you see an enemy Pilot near an enemy Titan, charge the Arc Cannon and focus on just shooting the enemy Titan. The lightning bolt will deal damage to the Titan and have the chain effect to injure a nearby enemy Pilot. It can even kill a weak enemy Pilot or one riding atop a Titan.

Strengths:
  • Good against Titans and Pilots
  • Never have to reload
Weaknesses:
  • Limited effective range
  • Charged shot takes a long time
Weapon Performance

Magazine Capacity: 1,000

Weapon Unlock: Level 21

Weapon Mods
ImageNameDescriptionUnlock
Capacitor This mod stores a greater charge than normal, allowing the weapon to deal increased damage. However, with this mod, the weapon must be fully charged before it will fire. Titan Killer (II) Challenge: Kill 20 Titans

Field Notes

  • This weapon shoots a bolt of lightning. Yes, a bolt of lightning! The lightning bolt can take out multiple targets if used correctly. To shoot the Arc Cannon, you simply charge it. You will never have to reload or have a cooldown time after each shot. This weapon is extremely versatile. It is good against enemy Titans, Pilots, and minions. With this weapon, you’re able to quickly kill minions and switch to an enemy Titan or Pilot without having to take time to reload. Keep in mind the Arc Cannon will automatically shoot once it reaches its full charge.
  • Be sure to charge the Arc Cannon at least halfway to kill a enemy Pilot with one shot. To be on the safe side, you can charge the Arc Cannon a little more than halfway to guarantee it will kill a enemy Pilot. You’ll have to be quite accurate with this weapon when attempting to kill a Pilot. It helps to stay unzoomed if the enemy Pilot is nearby.
  • This weapon is incredible against minions—it has a chain effect when fired upon them. But you must charge the Arc Cannon a bit for this arc effect. You’re still able to pick off single minions with the smallest charge though.
  • During Titan battles, the Arc Cannon is a good supporting weapon when moving around with a group of friendly Titans. The weapon does optimal damage when fully charged, so keep your distance while charging and then unleash a lightning bolt at your target to inflict high damage. This is not a precision weapon, so don’t expect to score critical hits.
  • The Capacitor mod allows your weapon to deal greater damage, however the Arc Cannon must be fully charged to fire. This attachment can really hinder your ability to quickly kill groups of minions and Pilots, although it will definitely help you deal more damage in battles against enemy Titans. Just make sure you’re aiming at your intended target once the weapon reaches its full charge—the Arc Cannon fires automatically. Alternatively, continuously pump the trigger, keeping the weapon about 75% charged at all times. Then when you encounter an enemy, aim and hold the trigger down to fire the powerful charged shot.

Arc Cannon Challenges

If It Moves…
TierCriteriaReward
1 Kill 10 Enemies 500 XP
2 Kill 25 Enemies 1,000 XP
3 Kill 50 Enemies 2,500 XP
4 Kill 100 Enemies 5,000 XP
5 Kill 200 Enemies 10,000 XP
Top Gun
TierCriteriaReward
1 Kill 5 Pilots 500 XP
2 Kill 15 Pilots 1,000 XP
3 Kill 30 Pilots 2,500 XP, Most Wanted List Burn Card
4 Kill 50 Pilots 5,000 XP, Most Wanted List Burn Card
5 Kill 75 Pilots 10,000 XP, Most Wanted List Burn Card
Titan Killer
TierCriteriaReward
1 Kill 10 Titans 500 XP
2 Kill 20 Titans 1,000 XP, Capacitor Mod
3 Kill 30 Titans 2,500 XP, Titan Salvage Burn Card
4 Kill 40 Titans 5,000 XP, Titan Salvage Burn Card
5 Kill 50 Titans 10,000 XP, Titan Salvage Burn Card
Machine War
TierCriteriaReward
1 Kill 10 Spectres 500 XP
2 Kill 25 Spectres 1,000 XP
3 Kill 50 Spectres 2,500 XP, Urban Renewal Burn Card
4 Kill 75 Spectres 5,000 XP, Urban Renewal Burn Card
5 Kill 100 Spectres 10,000 XP, Urban Renewal Burn Card
The Expendables
TierCriteriaReward
1 Kill 10 Grunts 500 XP
2 Kill 25 Grunts 1,000 XP
3 Kill 50 Grunts 2,500 XP
4 Kill 100 Grunts 5,000 XP
5 Kill 200 Grunts 10,000 XP
This is My Weapon
TierCriteriaReward
1 Use Weapon for .5 Hour 500 XP
2 Use Weapon for 1 Hour 1,000 XP
3 Use Weapon for 1.5 Hours 2,500 XP
4 Use Weapon for 2 Hours 5,000 XP
5 Use Weapon for 3 Hours 10,000 XP

Awarded Burn Cards

Most Wanted List

Titan Salvage

Urban Renewal

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