RHINO M1 (.45-70 Revolver)
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #120 of 220 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
>>> RHINO M1 . 45-70 Revolver v3. 4 beta
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>>> PURPOSE
The Mod adds items described below: • RHINO M1 - . 45-70 Revolver (in 4 variations) • Rhino Revolver Fan perk • Recipes for related weapons and ammo + experimental items: • . 45-70 Incendiary ammo • . 45-70 Radiation ammo • . 45-70 Shock ammo
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- >>> DESCRIPTION
Find broken RHINO M1 and use Workbench to disassemble it. Re-assemble it to add fully functional RHINO M1 to your inventory. Or find other mods for different variations of RHINO M1 (RCS, RPOS, RPNS). Generally, you can assemble 1 of 4 total variations of RHINO M1: 1) RHINO M1 - classic RHINO M1 revolver with mechanical sight. 2) RHINO M1 RCS - RHINO M1 revolver with Rhiino Collimator Sight. 3) RHINO M1 RPOS - RHINO M1 with Rhino Pistol Optic Sight. 4) RHINO M1 RPNS - RHINO M1 with Rhino Pistol Night-Vision Sight.
The character should be at least 20 of Repair to be able to disassemble the RHINO M1. And at least 40 of Repair to be able to re-assemble it.
For normal use of RHINO M1 the character should have 5+ of Strength and 40+ of Guns skill.
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- >>> LOCATIONS
Broken RHINO M1 located at Goodsprings, in a trailer. Rhino Collimator Sight (RCS) you can find at Train Station (near REPCONN headquarters). Rhino Pistol Night-Vision Sight (RPNS) you can find at West Pump Station. Rhino Pistol Optic Sight (RPOS) located at Sunset Sarsaparilla, behind a door.
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- >>> REQUIREMENTS
FalloutNV.esm
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- >>> INSTALLATION
Unpack 'DATA' folder to ..\Fallout New Vegas\ game directory and don't forget to enable RHINO-M1.esp in Fallout Mod Manager http://sourceforge.net/projects/fomm/
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- >>> NOTE
Your FALLOUT. INI file must have this line: bInvalidateOlderFiles=1
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- >>> COMPATIBILITY
Going well with Fallout New Vegas v1. 4. 0. 525 + FoW v3. 5. 1
Incompatible with MODs that alters these files: • 1hpaim.kf • 1hpaimis.kf
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Adds the RHINO M1, a .45-70 revolver, to the game. This weapon mod has gained significant traction with over 4,300 endorsements and 127,000 downloads, though it hasn't been updated since 2016. It's a solid choice for players wanting a powerful revolver with a unique design.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 4,319 endorsements — clearly a well-liked weapon mod
- Massive download count (127k) shows it's been tried and tested by many players
- The .45-70 round packs a punch — this revolver hits hard
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may be outdated and incompatible with current game versions
- No known dependencies or requirements listed, but that also means no support info
For players who want a powerful, high-caliber revolver to add some stopping power to their loadout. If you're a fan of unique firearms and don't mind an older mod that might need tweaking, this is for you. Skip if you need up-to-date compatibility or detailed documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a compatibility patch for your game version, especially since it's from 2016.
- Use a mod manager to easily enable/disable this mod if you run into issues.
- Test the revolver in a low-stakes area first to see if it fits your playstyle.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Nester
- Version
- 3.4
- Downloads
- 127,168
- Endorsements
- 4,319
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 10/26/2010
- Updated
- 1/16/2016
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