Rifles

 Rifles in Red Dead Redemption are denoted by being selectable in the bottom circle of the weapon wheel. During the time of Red Dead Redemption, the types and calibers of rifles avalible varied greatly. Anything from Muzzle loaders, to cutting edge semi-automatic rifles could be found in the west. This diversity is well represented in Red Dead Redemption.

Characteristics
There are a large variety of weapons that fall under the catagory of rifles in Red Dead redemption. Typically however, a rifle is a medium range, general purpose weapon, capable of a variety of tasks. A brief overview of the types of rifles found will be given here.

Lever-Action Rifles:
These weapons have large magazines and fast rates of fire. However, the accuracy and fire rates of these weapons are mediocre. Lever-Action Rifles are best used In close to medium range engagments, and for hunting small agile game such as birds and rabbits. Lever-Action Rifles use Repeater Ammunition.

Examples:
 * Repeater Carbine

High Powered Rifles:
These Rifles are at the opposite end of the spectrum in every way when compared to Lever-Action rifles. They are powerful and accurate, capable of dropping most medium game (NPC's, Wolves) in one shot. However, they suffer from low rates of fire and small magazines. These weapons excel in medium to long range engagments, and as general purpose hunting rifles. High Powered Rifles use Rifle Ammunition.

Examples:
 * Springfield Rifle

Locations
Rifles can be purchased at any Gunsmith in Red Dead Redemption. In addition, a few will be given to the player.