Pulse rifle

The pulse rifle is an energy weapon in Fallout 2 and Fallout Tactics.

YK42B pulse rifle


The YK42B is an electrical pulse weapon that was developed by the Yuma Flats Energy Consortium. It is considered a far superior weapon to the YK32 pulse pistol, having a greater charge capacity and range.

Pulse rifle prototype


It was developed by the Reavers, who offered it to the Brotherhood of Steel in exchange for rescuing the main Reaver camp in Newton from the Calculator's robotic forces.