The Varmint Rifle
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #105 of 314 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
VARMINT RIFLE Brings a . 38 rifle based off the "Varmint Rifle" from New Vegas to the Commonwealth
The Varmint Rifle is weak when compared to the hunting rifle but don't let that fool you, she still packs a punch to help take down any "Varmint" you may find yourself facing off against.
OPTIONAL VERSION AVAILABLE FOR OWNERS OF FAR HARBOR Downloading the far harbor version changes the hand made scopes into more appropriate scopes for the weapon.
Download and install ONE only.
Weapon modifications:
4 Barrels 2 Magazines 3 Sights 5 Receivers 2 Stocks
Obtaining the weapon:
The Varmint Rifle has been added to Raider weapon lists and can be obtained from raiders from the second you leave the vault. (A massive thanks to MikeMoore for his dynamic leveled list script! Meaning the weapon is added to leveled lists and will not conflict with any other mod.)
Or if you're feeling a bit cheaty, one can be spawned with the console using:
player.additem XX001732
"XX" referencing the mod load ID of the mod.
If you don't know this you can find the ID for the weapon with:
help "Varmint Rifle" 4 weap and then use "player.additem" with the appropriate ID.
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There may be bugs with the weapon. (There shouldn't be however, but weirder things have happened)
There is a potential mod conflict with "Pipe Weapon Overhaul" causing a CTD in the opening sequence. This shouldn't be happening, but it has been reported.
* I would love to hear feedback on this in general!
Credit: Bethesda - Game The team at NifSkope, awesome work doing what Bethesda refuse to do for the rest of us! MikeMoore - For a few of his tutorials and basically not making me want to rage when I saw how backwards it is to get models into the game ;) Plus his leveled list script. The Fallout modding community in general, tons of information out there and plenty of inspiration too. Too many to list here! Sorry if I missed out anyone in particular, if you feel you should be here just let me know :)
A standalone weapon mod that adds the Varmint Rifle from Fallout: New Vegas to Fallout 4. It has 196 endorsements and over 5,500 downloads, last updated in September 2016. For players who want a classic New Vegas firearm in the Commonwealth.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community support with 196 endorsements and 5,562 downloads.
- Brings a beloved New Vegas weapon into Fallout 4 for nostalgia.
- Standalone means it won't overwrite existing weapons, reducing conflicts.
⚠️ Cons
- No updates since 2016, so it may not be compatible with the latest game patches or DLC.
- Limited information on crafting or acquisition—you'll need to find it in-game or via console.
- Potential compatibility issues with other weapon mods that alter leveled lists.
For Fallout 4 players who miss the Varmint Rifle from New Vegas and want a reliable early-game plinker. Also for mod collectors who enjoy adding classic weapons to their game. Skip if you're looking for a high-damage endgame weapon—this is a basic rifle.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a standalone weapon, you'll likely need to use the console command 'help varmint 4' to find its ID, then 'player.additem' to spawn it.
- Check if the mod requires any DLC or updates—if you're on the latest version, test it early to ensure it works.
- If you use a mod manager, install it manually or via manager and place it in your load order after other weapon mods to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- NivalisSystem
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 5,562
- Endorsements
- 196
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 8/14/2016
- Updated
- 9/5/2016
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