"Knockout" Up1

The is a Sniper weapon introduced in the 16.7.0 Spring Breakout update. It is obtained for a limited time from the Tactical Police Trader Van. It is the first upgrade of the "Knockout". It can be upgraded to the "Knockout" Up2.
==Appearance==
It utilizes the same weapon base as the Combat Sniper Rifle, with different parts and accessories.
It has a black stock with a black butt and a black cheek rest. It is connected to a desert tan buffer tube.
The rifle itself has a modular design, featuring a black pistol grip, a black bolt handle, a grey bolt, and a black scope with a grey red dot sight mounted on top and a flashlight.
The weapon also features a medium sized handguard with a grey barrel and muzzle.
==Strategy==
It deals high damage for its level bracket, capable of one shotting a player when fully upgraded. This is paired with its average fire rate, low ammo capacity but decent mobility.
===Tips===
*It is capable of killing enemies in one shot to the body at a 20% chance to do so, when fully upgraded.
*Use the scope to your advantage, try sniping from a high place and picking off anyone in sight.
*This weapon doesn't have a high magazine size. It's important to reload when the moment is right, such as after the player has killed all the opponents in the area.
**It is highly recommended to locate for any Ammo Pickups whenever possible.
*Use this to weaken enemy armor, and then finish them off with a Primary weapon.
*Because it is a sniper, go into long range maps such as Sniper Forts or D-Day for the best game-play.
*As always, don't stand still while shooting.
*Use weapons that slow the opponent down so you can easily shoot them.
*The bolt rotation is somewhat moderate, meaning if in a head on battle against an enemy,
*Take the time to aim first if locked in a sniper duel, then strafe around while moving as the high mobility allows you to decrease the chances of getting hit.
===Counters===
*Pick off the user at long range.
*Area damage and shotguns make quick work of users.
*Strafe while jumping to minimize the damage from the weapon.
*Like most Backup weapons, being at farther ranges is effective for minimizing the chances of being hit.
*Flank around the user then use a melee weapon to deal quick damage and then pull back.
*Avoid getting into the line of sights of users, try opting for alternative paths or indoor areas.
*Try to get into close-ranged combat with a shotgun or a fast firing weapon.
*Take out users when they are reloading.
==Attributes==
*Single Shots
*10x Zoom
*Armor Piercing: Deals 25% more damage to armor points, with a -12% damage penalty against health points.
*Critical Damage: Has a 20% chance to deal 50% more damage.
==Upgrades==
*"Knockout" Up2
==Supported Maps==
*Sniper Forts
*Escort
==Theme==
Police/military themed
== Weapon Setups ==
It is recommended to equip a Primary weapon to fend off enemies at close range.
== Trivia ==
* It is somewhat based off of the Remington MSR.
*According to its weapon description, it was originally used by special forces teams before being adopted to law enforcement agencies due to the rise of criminal activity.
==External Links==
*Scope - Cris
*Stock - Ilya Nekipelov
Category:Weapons
Category:Sniper
Category:Single Shots
Category:Scoped
Category:Armor Piercing
Category:Critical Damage
Category:Themed
Category:Upgrades
Category:Trader's Van