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GTA 6 weapons: the carry limit
Artwork: Rockstar Games. Checked Nov 2, 2026.
Concealed
2 handguns
Always on you and out of sight, says Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson. Official.
Long guns
2 max
One slung on your back, one in your off hand. You cannot put both on your back. Official.
People notice
How you carry matters
A rifle on your back is usually fine. One in your hand makes people move away, and some will challenge you.
The rest
Trunk and lockers
Extra guns live in your car's trunk. The Ultimate Edition adds garages with weapon lockers.
Like RDR2
No more rocket launcher from thin air
GTA V let you carry everything. Red Dead 2 used a horse; GTA 6 uses your car.
Plan your loadout
The full weapons guide
Police reactions, GTA V vs RDR2 vs GTA 6, and our loadout checklist.
Read the full guide