RHINO M3 (.45-70 Revolver Rifle)
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #308 of 367 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
>>> RHINO M3 . 45-70 Revolver Rifle (weapon mod) v1. 1
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>>> PURPOSE
The mod adds few features: • RHINO M3 - . 45-70 Revolver Rifle (in 6 variations) • . 45-70 Sniper ammo • . 45-70 Sniper Armor Piercing ammo • Rhino Rifle Fan perk • Ammo recipes
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>>> DESCRIPTION
At last... Rhino Rifle has been born. One more time (v. 1. 1). Generally, you can assemble 1 of 6 total variations of RHINO M3: 1) RHINO M3 - Rhino Rifle with Mechanical Sight. 2) RHINO M3 RCS - Rhino Rifle with Collimator Sight. 3) RHINO M3 ROS - Rhino Rifle with Optic Sight. 4) RHINO M3S - Suppressed Rhino Rifle with Mechanical Sight. 5) RHINO M3S RCS - Suppressed Rhino Rifle with Collimator Sight. 6) RHINO M3S ROS - Suppressed Rhino Rifle with Optic Sight.
The character should be at least 50 of Repair to be able to assemble the Rhino Rifle. And at least 40 of Repair for disassembling.
To use Rhino Rifle the character should have 6+ of Strength and 80+ of Guns skill.
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>>> LOCATIONS Looking for Disassembled RHINO at Goodsprings' Cemetery.
Collimator sight (RCS1) you can find in trailer, at Goodsprings Source area. Optic sight located at Novac, on a workbench.
Suppressor barrel you can find at Old Nuclear Test Site. Check the shack.
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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-M3.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 It's seems enabled by default.
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>>> COMPATIBILITY
Going well with Fallout New Vegas v1. 4. 0. 525 (FOW edition)
Incompatible with animation replacers or MODs that alters these files: • 1hpjamq.kf • 1hpreloadq.kf • 2hraim.kf • 2hraimis.kf • 2hrattackleft.kf • 2hrattackleftis.kf
Adds the RHINO M3, a .45-70 revolver rifle, to Fallout: New Vegas. A well-received weapon mod with 750 endorsements and over 15,000 downloads, last updated in December 2015. For players seeking a powerful, unique firearm with a distinct look.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 750 endorsements and 15k downloads – clearly a hit.
- Adds a hard-hitting .45-70 revolver rifle – perfect for cowboy builds or just wanting something that packs a punch.
- Author Nester has a solid track record – you know it's going to be quality.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015 – might have compatibility issues with newer mods or game patches.
- No mention of custom animations or sounds – might just be a re-skin or simple addition.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a new, powerful firearm without overhauling the whole game. If you're into cowboy-style weapons or just want a unique rifle to add to your collection, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for a full weapon pack or extensive custom animations.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a weapon mod, you'll likely need to find the weapon in-game – check the mod's comments or readme for location hints.
- Make sure you have the appropriate ammo type (.45-70) – you might need to craft or buy it.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it through that to keep your load order clean.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Nester
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 15,387
- Endorsements
- 750
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 10/3/2014
- Updated
- 12/10/2015
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