The D-101 Longbow-DMR (Designated Marksman Rifle) Sniper Rifle, or simply the Longbow-DMR (or Longbow DMR), Longbow, or DMR, is a Pilot anti-personnel semi-automatic sniper rifle manufactured by Lastimosa Armory that appears in Titanfall, Titanfall 2 and Apex Legends. The Longbow is a variant of the R-201 Assault Rifle, modified into a marksman rifle role.[1]
History[]
Design and performance[]
Field notes[]
- Not having to lead your shots makes this weapon strong for cross-map sniping of moving targets. This is not a run-and-gun type of weapon; find the best locations to set yourself up to pick off enemies from a distance.
- If the enemy Pilot is not moving, take the extra second to line up the headshot to guarantee the kill. Otherwise don’t be afraid to miss a shot on a moving Pilot. This sniper rifle has a rapid rate of fire that you need to take advantage of because it takes two body shots to kill a Pilot.
- If you don’t have the Suppressor equipped, you have to shoot the AI and then relocate to avoid enemy Pilots that will sneak up to your location. Otherwise, this weapon is fast at picking off a group of AI at a distance.
- When backing up your teammates, the Extended Magazine is a great way to have four more rounds in your magazine to give extra cover fire. When in doubt, use the Suppressor; it will allow you the opportunity to miss a few shots without giving away your position to the entire enemy team.
- Should you find a suitable sniper's nest, it is recommended that you place Arc Mines in strategic points around your position, to help ward off Pilots that may come from behind. While this won't help with your aim or your use of weapons in general, if somebody comes in for an execution, at least you'll have a fighting chance.
- Arc Grenades are recommended if you have the AOG scope, and Arc Mines are recommended for the 4.5 zoom scope, as the 4.5 zoom scope struggles for close range combat. So if you find yourself in a close range fight with a 4.5x scope, you can throw a bunch of Arc Mines and have a chance of killing the enemy.
- The hypervelocity rounds fired from this weapon leave vapor streaks in the air when fired, which look like faint white lines. Experienced players can trace the streaks back to the sniper, even with a suppressor attached. After firing a few rounds, it is a good idea to relocate regardless if a suppressor is equipped.
Strengths[]
- Don't have to lead your shots at a distance
- Easily pick off Pilots that are on top of buildings
- One shot headshot, two shot bodyshot
Weaknesses[]
- Difficult to kill Pilots that are wall running and jumping around the map
- Close-range fights with this weapon are ineffective; you need to rely on your sidearm, preferably a RE-45 or a P2011
Titanfall[]
| “ | The Longbow-DMR is a semi-automatic sniper rifle. Its hyper-velocity round completely eliminates the need to lead targets, and allows the shooter to fire multiple shots quickly in succession.
— In-game description.
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Weapon attachments[]
| Image | Name | Description | Unlock |
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6x Zoom Scope | This scope provides fixed, long-range magnification for engaging very distant targets. However, your situational awareness may be compromised while it is in use, due to the high magnification. | Default Weapon Sight |
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AOG | The AOG, or Advanced Optical Gunsight, is fixed at 2.4X magnification, and includes an integrated “current magazine capacity” readout with a backup numerical display. The AOG is ideal for combat at extended range. | The Expendables (I) Challenge: Kill 5 Grunts |
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4.5x Zoom Scope | This scope provides fixed, mid-range magnification for highly fluid combat situations. It provides a balance of precision and ranged situational awareness. | If It Moves… (II) Challenge: Kill 25 Enemies |
Weapon mods[]
| Image | Name | Description | Unlock |
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Extended Magazine | This mod increases the ammo capacity of the weapon, making it so that you don’t have to reload as often. | Machine War (I) Challenge: Kill 5 Spectres |
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Suppressor | This mod reduces the firing noise and muzzle flash of the weapon, making it ideal for taking your enemies by surprise. | If It Moves… (I) Challenge: Kill 10 Enemies |
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Stabilizer | This mod reduces the amount of instability in the view when looking through the scope, making it easier to keep the crosshairs steady on a target. | Top Gun (I) Challenge: Kill 5 Pilots |
Challenges[]
If It Moves...
| Image | Tier | Criteria | Reward |
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Kill 10 Enemies | 500 XP, Suppressor Mod | |
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Kill 25 Enemies | 1,000 XP, 4.5X Zoom Scope Attachment, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 50 Enemies | 2,500 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 100 Enemies | 5,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 150 Enemies | 10,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card |
Top Gun
| Image | Tier | Criteria | Reward |
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Kill 5 Pilots | 500 XP, Stabilizer Mod | |
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Kill 15 Pilots | 1,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 25 Pilots | 2,500 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 35 Pilots | 5,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 50 Pilots | 10,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card |
Machine War
| Image | Tier | Criteria | Reward |
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Kill 5 Spectres | 500 XP, Extended Magazine Mod | |
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Kill 15 Spectres | 1,000 XP, Extended Magazine Mod, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 25 Spectres | 2,500 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 35 Spectres | 5,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 50 Spectres | 10,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card |
The Expendables
| Image | Tier | Criteria | Reward |
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Kill 5 Grunts | 500 XP, AOG Attachment | |
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Kill 15 Grunts | 1,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 50 Grunts | 2,500 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 100 Grunts | 5,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Kill 150 Grunts | 10,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card |
This Is My Weapon
| Image | Tier | Criteria | Reward |
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Use Weapon for .5 Hour | 500 XP | |
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Use Weapon for 1 Hour | 1,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Use Weapon for 1.5 Hours | 2,500 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Use Weapon for 2 Hours | 5,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Use Weapon for 3 Hours | 10,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card |
Off the Dome
| Image | Tier | Criteria | Reward |
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Get 5 Headshots | 500 XP | |
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Get 15 Headshots | 1,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Get 30 Headshots | 2,500 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Get 50 Headshots | 5,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card | |
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Get 75 Headshots | 10,000 XP, Amped DMR Burn Card |
Titanfall 2[]
The Longbow, now simply the DMR, reappears in Titanfall 2 as a sniper-class weapon with a reduced magazine capacity of six. Presumably, this was to further separate its role from that of the G2A5 rifle, and prevent players from seeing it as a comparable battle rifle.
Reaching Generations 2.9, 3.9 and 4.9 with the DMR will unlock the regular, FIRE and GOLD variants of the Dead to Rights Banner. Reaching level 20 will unlock the The Megalodon Patch.
Weapon attachments[]
| Image | Name | Description | Unlock |
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Stock sights. | ||
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Press [BUTTON] to toggle between two magnification levels. | ||
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Makes enemies easy to spot by applying an AR overlay to them. Warning: Disables extra mod slot. | ||
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Attachment that displays lifetime weapon XP count for the weapon. |
Weapon mods[]
| Image | Name | Description | Unlock |
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Increased ammo capacity. | ||
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Faster reload. | ||
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Fast transition into aiming down the sights. | ||
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Faster transition when switching to this weapon. | ||
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Pilot kills increase Tactical availability (Faster cooldown). |
Weapon camos[]
- Main article: Longbow/Customization
Titanfall Online[]
The Longbow reappears in Titanfall Online.
Apex Legends[]
| “ | The Longbow DMR marries the effective range of a sniper rifle and a semi - automatic rate of fire. An experienced marksman can use the Longbow to defend a wide swath of territory from a single perch, then seamlessly switch to firing from the hip if flanked. The rarity of suitable hop - ups make it difficult to modify, but nonetheless, it became a lynchpin in early civil struggles between Outlands townships before the signing of the Mercenary Syndicate accords.
— In-game description.
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The Longbow DMR returns once more as a weapon in the Apex Games, remaining relevant even after the end of the Frontier War. The Longbow is a sniper rifle that once again boasts long-range accuracy and single-shot stopping power in exchange for a small magazine and limited close-range performance. It can be modified in the field with attachments for a sniper scope, an extended sniper magazine and a sniper stock for improved handling. It is the fastest firing sniper in its class, which makes up for its lower damage compared to the heavier hitting sentinel and Charge Rifle. However, unlike the predecessors, the hitscan feature of this gun has been removed and targets require more tracking.
Weapon attachments[]
| Image | Name | Description |
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reduces recoil | |
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increases amount of rounds that can be held per mag | |
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improves ADS view, allows far range view | |
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Reduces aim sway and decreases time between swapping weapons | |
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changes the headshot multiplier from 2.15x to 2.5x |
Formerly[]
| Image | Name | Description |
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extends the mag size |
Arenas[]
| Purchasing | Base | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
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| Upgrade | ||||
| Total |
| Attachments | Base | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weapon skins[]
- Main article: Longbow/Customization
Apex Legends Mobile[]
Weapon attachments[]
| Image | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
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reduces recoil | |
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increases amount of rounds that can be held per mag | |
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improves ADS view, allows far range view | |
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Reduces aim sway and decreases time between swapping weapons | |
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changes the headshot multiplier from 2.15x to 2.5x |
Formerly[]
| Image | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
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extends the mag size |
Arenas[]
| Purchasing | Base | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | ||||
| Total |
| Attachments | Base | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weapon skins[]
- Main article: Longbow/Customization
Update history[]
Behind the scenes[]
Appearances[]
Gallery[]
Videos[]
Images[]
The Longbow in Titanfall 2
Longbow Icon
"Phantom" Elite Warpaint.
The Longbow in Titanfall: Assault
The Longbow in Titanfall: Assault
The Longbow in Titanfall: Assault
Trivia[]
- Like the R-97 Compact SMG and the C.A.R. SMG, the Longbow-DMR is made from the same platform as the R-101C Carbine.
- In Titanfall, the G2A4 Battle Rifle fires exactly twice as fast as the Longbow-DMR, and that's without a match trigger.
- In Apex Legends, the Longbow is the only Sniper that is unable to down a 200HP target with only one headshot and bodyshot.
References[]
- ↑ Ryan Lastimosa's comment on Reddit - "The D101 is the model name for the Longbow DMR. It's essentially a version of the R201 modified to fit the role of a marksman's rifle."