SG-22 Bushwhacker
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“A triple-barreled, break-action, sawed-off shotgun. Switch firing modes to fire all three barrels at once.
— Armory Description
The Bushwhacker is Secondary Weapon in the Special category.
Procurement
The Bushwhacker is unlocked on the 2nd page of the Viper Commandos Premium Warbond for 
50 Medals.
Detailed Weapon Statistics
| SG-22 BUSHWHACKER | |
|---|---|
| Fire Rate | 650 rpm |
| Recoil | 107.5 |
| Horizontal Recoil | 45 |
| Vertical Recoil | 170 |
| Spread | ↔[200.00] ↕[150.00] |
| Sway | 1 |
| Ergonomics | 65 |
| Capacity | 3 |
| Spare Rounds | 30 |
| Starting Rounds | 30 |
| Rounds from Supply | 30 |
| Rounds from Ammo Box | 15 |
| Barrels | x 3 |
| Attacks | |
| *BUCKSHOT P1 | Projectile |
| BUCKSHOT P1 | |
|---|---|
| Projectile | |
| Pellets | x 9 |
| Caliber | 8 mm |
| Mass | 6 g |
| Initial Velocity | 385 m/s |
| Drag Factor | 50% |
| Gravity Factor | 100% |
| Penetration Slowdown | 25% |
| Damage | |
| Standard |  45 Ballistic
|
| vs. Durable | 12 Ballistic
|
| Penetration | |
| Direct |  Light
|
| Slight Angle | Light
|
| Large Angle | Light
|
| Extreme Angle |  Unarmored I
|
| Special Effects | |
| Demolition Force | 10 |
| Stagger Force | 35 |
| Push Force | 30 |
Tactical Information
- The Bushwhacker is a one-handed shotgun that offers two distinct firing modes. The first mode fires each barrel individually, while the second mode fires all three barrels of 10-Gauge Buckshot simultaneously. Its unique design and versatile firing capabilities make this weapon well-suited for close-quarters combat situations.
- Like the P-4 Senator or SG-8 Punisher, the Bushwhacker reloads one shell at a time. No shells are discarded during the reload, but each expended shell makes the reload progressively longer.
- Pairing this coach gun with the Gunslinger armor effect shortens reload times to the point where the Bushwhacker is capable of sustained single-barrel fire if reloaded immediately after every shot.
- Volley-fire mode expends all chambers at once for a massive burst of damage. The full reload that follows means users should save this for Light armored targets with large health pools.
- The Alpha Commander and Fleshmob are prime examples of valid targets. Using this fire mode on a chaff enemy - while potentially hilarious - is a waste of ammunition.
- The Bushwhacker is a suitable Secondary weapon for Helldivers seeking close-range burst damage and stagger. The Bushwhacker has enough stagger force to keep even Stalkers at bay.
- The One Handed trait means that the Bushwhacker can be used while holding the Ballistic Shield or Directional Shield. Its stagger force and damage output make it a solid choice for aggressive Shield users.
Media
Marketing Image.
Third-Person on the SG-22 Bushwhacker.
First-Person. It is the only available option.
Weapon Wheel for the SG-22 Bushwhacker.
Armory Icon
Change History
Patch
Description
1.006.001
2026-02-03
Changes
- Decreased sway modifier from 1.3 to 1
- Move the “Volley/Semi mode” weapon function from Right to Left weapon function direction
1.003.000
2025-05-13
Change
- Sway increased from 1 to 1.3
1.002.001
2024-12-13
Changes
- Reload duration decreased from 3 to 2.5 sec
1.001.002
2024-08-06
Changes
- Moved into a Special sidearm category.
1.000.400
2024-06-13
Added to the game.