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Heavy Bowgun – Monster Hunter Wilds

Type RangedWeight Heavy
RangedType

The Heavy Bowgun is a big, slow ranged weapon with massive firepower.

Updated 3 November 2026Checked for patch Ver. 1.0423 sources
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The Heavy Bowgun is a big, slow ranged weapon with massive firepower. You move slowly with it drawn, but it hits very hard.

How it plays

You pick from several ammo types and fire powerful shots, plus special attacks unique to the weapon.

In Monster Hunter Wilds, every weapon can also use Focus Mode to aim attacks at wounds, and Focus Strikes to hit those wounds hard. You can carry a second weapon on your Seikret and swap between them in the field.

Who it suits

Players who want strong ranged damage and don't mind trading mobility for it.

Tips

Plant your feetFind a safe spot and keep firing – the Heavy Bowgun rewards staying put.
Bring the right ammoDifferent ammo suits different monsters. Check what your bowgun can fire.
Respect the monsterYou move slowly while aiming, so watch for big attacks.

Compare all 14 weapon types on the weapons overview, or start with our beginner's guide.

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Reference page written by AI (Claude) and checked against the sources above. Games change with every patch – the patch this page was last checked for is shown at the top.