Free Fire M1014 Gun – Stats, Skins, Tips & Guide

Free Fire M1014 Gun – Stats, Skins, Tips & Complete

M1014 has the one thing M1887 doesn’t: a 6-round magazine. While M1887 gives you exactly 2 shells to win or die, M1014 gives you 6 — enough to miss twice, adjust your aim, and still kill. In a 1v3 squad fight, M1887 fires two shells and becomes a paperweight. M1014 fires six shells and clears the room. That 6-round magazine is why M1014 is the shotgun of choice for squad players, defensive players, and anyone who values consistency over one-shot gambles.

But M1014’s real superpower in 2026 is the Upgrade Chip system. Base M1014 is A-Tier — solid but unremarkable. M1014 with Level 3 Upgrade Chips becomes a completely different weapon: massively extended range, tighter pellet spread, and boosted damage that let it compete with M1887 at distances where a base M1014 would deal “ghost damage.” The Level 3 M1014 (M1014-III) is one of the strongest shotguns in the game, and the Upgrade Chip system is the most important mechanic that separates good M1014 players from great ones.

This guide covers everything: base stats, the Upgrade Chip system explained level-by-level, M1014 vs M1887 at every range bracket, all skins ranked, both EVO skins (Green Flame Draco and Scorpio Shatter), best characters, the smooth tracking drag technique, sensitivity settings, and why M1014 is the thinking player’s shotgun.

M1014 Base Stats

Stat	Value
Damage	94
Range	10
Accuracy	10
Rate of Fire	39 (semi-auto)
Magazine	6 rounds
Movement Speed	62
Reload Speed	Moderate
Armor Penetration	Moderate
Ammo Type	Shotgun
Headshot Multiplier	~1.5x
Availability	Ground loot (Common)
Attachment Slots	Stock only
Upgradeable	Yes (Upgrade Chips Level 1–3)

M1014’s base stats tell only half the story. 94 damage is strong but below M1887‘s 100. The 10 range and 10 accuracy are brutally low — meaning pellets spread wildly beyond 5 meters. But unlike M1887’s 2-round magazine, M1014’s 6-round semi-auto magazine lets you hold the fire button and pump out six consecutive shots. Miss your first? You have five more. That forgiveness is M1014’s identity.

The key stat missing from the table: M1014 is the only shotgun with an Upgrade Chip system. Upgrade Chips progressively increase damage, range, and pellet tightness — transforming M1014 from a 10-range base weapon into a mid-range shotgun that maintains damage at distances where other shotguns fail.

The Upgrade Chip System (M1014-I → M1014-II → M1014-III)

This is the most important section of this guide. Upgrade Chips are what make M1014 competitive with M1887 in the 2026 meta.

Level	Cost (Clash Squad)	Upgrade
Base M1014	Base price	94 damage, 10 range, 10 accuracy
M1014-I (Level 1)	+200 coins	Increased damage, slightly extended range
M1014-II (Level 2)	+500 coins	Further damage and range boost, tighter pellet spread
M1014-III (Level 3)	+900 coins	Massive range extension, significantly tighter pellets, boosted damage

How to Get Upgrade Chips:

• Clash Squad: Purchase from the CS weapon shop using coins. Buy the base M1014, then upgrade progressively across rounds (200 → 500 → 900 coins for levels 1–3).
• Battle Royale: Find Upgrade Chips as loot throughout the map. They appear as separate items that you apply to your M1014.

Why Level 3 Changes Everything:

A base M1014 deals full damage only at 0–3 meters. Beyond 5 meters, pellets scatter so widely that you’re hitting for 5–6 damage per pellet — essentially zero.

An M1014-III deals effective damage at 5–7 meters because the range extension and pellet tightening keep shots grouped on target. This 2–4 meter range extension doesn’t sound like much, but in shotgun combat, it’s the difference between killing and doing ghost damage. At the “across a room” distance (5–7m), M1014-III outperforms M1887 because its pellets stay tighter over that distance while M1887 starts losing pellets to spread.

M1014 vs M1887: The Complete Shotgun Comparison

This is covered in our M1887 guide, but here’s the M1014 perspective with Upgrade Chip analysis:

Stat	M1014 (Base)	M1014-III (Level 3)	M1887
Damage	94	~100+	100
Range	10	Extended	21
Rate of Fire	39 (semi-auto)	39	42
Magazine	6	6	2
Movement Speed	62	62	79
Upgrade System	Yes (3 levels)	Maxed	No
Drag Style	Smooth tracking	Smooth tracking	Explosive flick
Attachment	Stock	Stock	None

By Range Bracket:

• 0–3 meters (face-to-face): M1887 wins slightly — higher burst damage and movement speed let it kill fractionally faster.
• 3–5 meters (inside a room): Nearly equal. M1014-III’s tighter pellets and 6-round magazine compete with M1887’s raw damage.
• 5–7 meters (across a room): M1014-III wins. M1887 starts doing ghost damage at this range while M1014-III’s Upgrade Chips keep pellets grouped.
• Beyond 10 meters: Both shotguns are useless. Switch to your secondary weapon.

By Playstyle:

• M1887: High risk, high reward. 2 shells, explosive flick drag, one-shot potential. Best for solo players with perfect aim.
• M1014: Consistent, forgiving, upgradeable. 6 shells, smooth tracking drag, room-clearing capability. Best for squad players and defensive play.

M1014 vs MAG-7: Which Multi-Shot Shotgun?

Stat	M1014	MAG-7
Damage	94	80
Magazine	6	8
Rate of Fire	39	50
Upgrade System	Yes	No

MAG-7 fires faster (50 vs 39) with a larger magazine (8 vs 6), but M1014 hits harder (94 vs 80) and has the Upgrade Chip system. An M1014-III is significantly stronger than any MAG-7 configuration. Pick M1014 if you can find Upgrade Chips; MAG-7 if you want a forgiving shotgun without chip hunting.

M1014 Attachments

M1014 accepts only one attachment: Stock. No muzzle, no magazine, no scope, no foregrip.

Slot	Best Attachment	Why
Stock	Stock	Reduces recoil between semi-auto shots — keeps crosshair tighter across 6-shot sprays

Stock is essential because M1014 fires semi-automatically. Each shot kicks the crosshair up slightly. Without Stock, by your 4th shot the crosshair has climbed so high that pellets fly over the enemy’s head. With Stock, the recoil recovery between shots is fast enough to keep all 6 shots landing on target.

All M1014 Skins in Free Fire (Ranked)

1. M1014 – Green Flame Draco (EVO)

The most iconic M1014 skin. Dragon-themed with fiery green animations. Provides damage boost, double rate of fire, and slightly reduced reload speed. At max EVO level, gains the ability to deal extra damage to Gloo Walls — making M1014 a Gloo Wall destroyer alongside M82B. The dragon-fire animations and custom kill effects make it one of the most visually impressive skins in Free Fire.

Stat changes: Damage + | Rate of Fire ++ | Reload Speed − Special ability (max level): Extra damage to Gloo Walls

2. M1014 – Scorpio Shatter (EVO)

Second EVO M1014 skin with venom scorpion theme. Double rate of fire with armor penetration boost — addressing M1014’s biggest weaknesses simultaneously. Movement speed decreases slightly. Custom firing effects, bullet trails, and kill animations. One of the rarest and most expensive M1014 skins.

Stat changes: Rate of Fire ++ | Armor Penetration + | Movement Speed −

3. M1014 – Underground Howl

Widely considered the best non-EVO M1014 skin. Fire-themed “burning shotgun” design. Double damage boost with magazine increase — making every shot more lethal while giving you even more than 6 rounds. The most popular M1014 skin among competitive players.

Stat changes: Damage ++ | Magazine + | Rate of Fire −

4. M1014 – Attack on Titan

Exclusive collaboration skin from the AOT crossover event. Titan-themed design with high damage boost. Extremely rare and sought-after. Performance-wise, the damage bonus makes close-range encounters more lethal.

Stat changes: Damage + | Rate of Fire +

5. M1014 – Cataclysm

Black-red body with white skull texture and animated black aura. Magazine capacity increase is the standout stat — more shells means more room for error. Fan favorite for its intimidating visual design.

Stat changes: Magazine + | Rate of Fire +

6. M1014 – Apocalyptic Red (Incubator)

The most expensive M1014 skin. Only obtainable through Incubator events. Rate of fire and reload speed boosts allow faster follow-up shots. Premium red tech-themed design.

Stat changes: Rate of Fire + | Reload Speed +

7. M1014 – Apocalyptic Green

Rate of fire and range boosts — the two stats M1014 needs most. Green apocalyptic tech design. The range bonus partially replicates what Upgrade Chips do, stacking with chips for even greater effective distance.

Stat changes: Range + | Rate of Fire +

8. M1014 – Skyline Mist

Released April 2024 through Weapon Royale. Damage and rate of fire boosts with reload speed reduction. Clean, misty blue design.

Stat changes: Damage + | Rate of Fire + | Reload Speed −

Other Notable Skins:

• M1014 – Enhanced Armor — Free skin with reload speed and damage buffs. Great budget option.
• M1014 – Death’s Eye — Double rate of fire. Budget-friendly and effective.
• M1014 – Wasteland — Post-apocalyptic design with balanced stats.

Browse all M1014 skins in our gun images gallery and Free Fire items database.

EVO M1014 — Green Flame Draco & Scorpio Shatter

M1014 is one of the few weapons with two EVO skins, reflecting its popularity.

Green Flame Draco vs Scorpio Shatter

Feature	Green Flame Draco	Scorpio Shatter
Stat Focus	Damage + Rate of Fire	Rate of Fire + Armor Penetration
Special Ability	Extra Gloo Wall damage	Custom venom effects
Best For	Gloo Wall destruction + raw damage	Armored enemy shredding
Visual Theme	Dragon fire, green flames	Scorpion venom, dark purple

Pick Green Flame Draco if: you want Gloo Wall destruction alongside shotgun damage. The extra Gloo Wall damage at max level means M1014 can break walls while simultaneously damaging enemies — similar utility to M82B but at close range.

Pick Scorpio Shatter if: you play ranked where enemies have Level 3+ vests. The armor penetration boost makes M1014 effective against armored targets where base M1014 body shots would bounce off.

Both skins are available through Evo Vault rotations.

Best Characters to Pair With M1014

M1014’s 6-round semi-auto magazine and squad-oriented playstyle benefit from characters that enhance sustainability and close-range combat.

Tier 1: Best for M1014 Users

Jota — HP restoration on kills. M1014’s 6-round magazine lets you chain kills in squad fights, and Jota heals you between each kill. This synergy is stronger on M1014 than M1887 because M1014 doesn’t need to reload between kills.

Hayato — Armor penetration increases when HP drops. In close-range shotgun fights where both players take damage, Hayato’s passive ensures your remaining shells punch through enemy armor. Directly addresses M1014’s armor issue.

Tatsuya — Instant forward dash closes distance. M1014 needs to be within 5–7 meters (with Upgrade Chips). Tatsuya’s dash gets you there instantly. Two charges for engage + disengage.

Tier 2: Strong Alternatives

Alok — Healing + speed boost. Sustain during building pushes where M1014 excels.

Kelly — Sprint speed. Compensates for M1014’s low 62 movement speed (compared to M1887’s 79).

Moco — Tags enemies after hitting them. If your first shot connects but doesn’t kill, Moco tracks the enemy for your squad to finish.

Best M1014 Character Combination (2026 Meta)

Active: Tatsuya (dash to close distance) + Passive 1: Hayato (armor pen when HP drops) + Passive 2: Jota (HP on kills) + Passive 3: Kelly (sprint speed)

This build solves M1014’s two biggest problems: getting close enough (Tatsuya + Kelly) and dealing with armor (Hayato). Jota provides sustainability for multi-kill scenarios. Check more builds in our Clash Squad guide.

M1014 Sensitivity Settings

M1014 uses the smooth tracking drag — different from M1887’s explosive flick. Your sensitivity should support controlled, sustained crosshair movement. Use our sensitivity calculator for device-specific values.

Recommended M1014 Sensitivity (Starting Point)

Setting	Value
General	90–98
Red Dot	80–88
2x Scope	75–82
4x Scope	65–75
Sniper Scope	55–65
Free Look	80–85

Why Slightly Lower Than M1887:

• General (90–98): M1014 fires semi-auto — you’re tracking a target across multiple shots, not flicking for a single shot. Slightly lower sensitivity than M1887 (which needs 95–100 for violent flicks) gives smoother tracking.
• M1014 is always hipfired. General sensitivity is the only slider that matters.

M1014 Tips and Tricks

Basic Tips (Beginner)

1. Hunt for Upgrade Chips immediately. Base M1014 is average. M1014-III is exceptional. The moment you pick up M1014, start searching for Upgrade Chips. In Clash Squad, budget your coins to upgrade M1014 across rounds (200 → 500 → 900).
2. Shoot in 2–3 shot bursts, not full-auto. M1014’s crosshair expands massively during sustained fire. By shot 4, pellets fly everywhere. Shoot 2–3 shots → release fire button → re-aim → shoot 2–3 more. This keeps pellets grouped.
3. M1014 is a building-clearing weapon. 6 rounds of 94 damage is devastating in hallways, stairwells, and rooms. Push buildings with M1014 and clear room by room. Each room is a new 6-round engagement.
4. Carry a mid-range secondary. M1014 is useless beyond 10 meters even with Level 3 chips. Pair with SCAR, Groza, or UMP.

Advanced Tips (Pro Level)

5. The Smooth Tracking Drag. M1014’s drag headshot technique is fundamentally different from M1887. Instead of an explosive flick, you use a smooth, sustained upward drag across multiple shots. The sequence: aim at the enemy’s chest → hold fire button → smoothly drag upward to the head across 2–3 shots. The first shot locks aim assist on the body, then you guide subsequent shots upward toward the head. Practice this in Training Ground — it’s a completely different muscle memory from M1887. See our drag headshot guide for technique breakdown.
6. Upgrade Chips + Range Skin = Extended M1014. Stacking Level 3 Upgrade Chips with a range-boosting skin (Apocalyptic Green, for example) pushes M1014’s effective distance even further. This creates a shotgun that maintains damage at ranges where base M1014 — and even M1887 — do ghost damage.
7. M1014 for defensive Gloo Wall play. Place a Gloo Wall → peek from the side → shoot 2–3 shells → duck back. Reload behind the wall. Repeat. M1014’s 6-round magazine means you can peek-shoot 2–3 times before needing to reload, while M1887 users must reload after every peek.
8. In Clash Squad, upgrade M1014 progressively. Don’t blow all your coins on Level 3 in Round 1 — you can’t afford it. Buy base M1014 in Round 1, upgrade to Level 1 in Round 2 (+200), Level 2 in Round 3 (+500), and Level 3 in Round 4 (+900). By Round 4, you have a monster weapon.
9. Green Flame Draco for Gloo Wall breaking. If you have the Green Flame Draco EVO at max level, M1014 gains extra Gloo Wall damage. This turns M1014 into a close-range Gloo Wall destroyer — pump 2–3 shells into the wall, break it, then pump the remaining 3–4 shells into the exposed enemy. All without reloading.
10. Don’t switch drag techniques between M1014 and M1887. If you use both shotguns across matches, your muscle memory will conflict. M1014 uses smooth tracking; M1887 uses violent flicking. Pick one shotgun and commit to its drag style. Mixing ruins both.

Best Gun Combos With M1014

• M1014 + Groza — The strongest shotgun + AR combo. Groza handles mid-range, M1014 clears close-range buildings. Both are ground-loot accessible (Groza from airdrops).
• M1014 + UMP — Double armor coverage. UMP’s 63 armor penetration handles armored enemies at mid-range, M1014’s Upgrade Chips handle close range. Great for ranked.
• M1014 + MP40 — Double close-range aggression. M1014 opens with shotgun burst, swap to MP40 if the enemy survives. Zero mid-range coverage — play indoors only.
• M1014 + SCAR — Reliable, balanced combo. SCAR covers mid-range, M1014 covers close range. Stable and forgiving for beginners.
• M1014 + AWM — All-range coverage. AWM handles long range, M1014 handles close range. The mid-range gap requires strong positioning.

M1014 in Clash Squad vs Ranked

Clash Squad

M1014 is arguably the best shotgun investment in Clash Squad because of the Upgrade Chip system. While M1887 is a fixed weapon that never improves, M1014 gets progressively stronger each round as you upgrade chips. By Round 4–5, your M1014-III is one of the most powerful weapons in the lobby.

The CS buy strategy: Round 1 base M1014 → Round 2 Level 1 chip → Round 3 Level 2 chip → Round 4 Level 3 chip. This progressive investment means you start competitive and become dominant.

Ranked (Battle Royale)

M1014 is Common rarity ground loot — easy to find immediately after landing. The early-game challenge is finding Upgrade Chips, which spawn as separate loot items across the map. Prioritize looting areas with high loot density to find chips faster.

A base M1014 is adequate for early-game fights when enemies are unarmored. A fully chipped M1014-III is competitive through the entire match, especially in final circles where close-range Gloo Wall fights determine the winner.

M1014 Damage Breakdown

Target	Damage per Shot (approx)	Shots to Eliminate
No Armor, Body	94	2–3
Level 1 Vest, Body	~71	3
Level 2 Vest, Body	~47	5
Level 3 Vest, Body	~33	6
No Helmet, Headshot	~141	2
Level 1 Helmet, Headshot	~113	2
Level 2 Helmet, Headshot	~99	3
Level 3 Helmet, Headshot	~85	3

Key insight: M1014 headshots against Level 1 helmets deal 113 damage — a 2-shot headshot kill. Against Level 3 vests, body shots require 6 hits — this is where the 6-round magazine becomes essential (you have exactly enough rounds to kill with body shots). For precise calculations, use our gun damage calculator.

M1014 Pellet Spread and Range

Understanding pellet spread is critical for M1014 because it determines whether you deal 94 damage or 5 damage:

• 0–3 meters (face-to-face): Most pellets hit. Full damage. Headshot drag devastating.
• 3–5 meters (inside a room): Base M1014 starts losing pellets. M1014-III maintains grouping.
• 5–7 meters (across a room): Base M1014 does ghost damage (5–10 total). M1014-III stays effective — this is where Upgrade Chips matter most.
• Beyond 10 meters: Even M1014-III is useless. Switch weapons.

For recoil patterns, see our gun recoil control guide.

Where to Find M1014 in Free Fire

• Ground loot (Common rarity) — Found in buildings across all maps. High spawn rate.
• Clash Squad weapon shop — Available for purchase with progressive Upgrade Chip upgrades.
• Upgrade Chips — Separate loot items found across maps in BR. Apply to M1014 for level upgrades.

Common Mistakes With M1014

• Not upgrading with chips. Base M1014 is average. M1014-III is exceptional. Always hunt for Upgrade Chips.
• Holding full-auto for 6 shots. Crosshair expands massively. Shoot in 2–3 shot bursts with re-aim pauses.
• Using M1887 drag technique on M1014. M1014 requires smooth tracking drag, NOT explosive flick. Different muscle memory.
• Taking fights beyond 10 meters. Even M1014-III is useless at range. Switch to your secondary.
• Ignoring the Stock attachment. Stock is M1014’s only attachment slot. It reduces recoil between semi-auto shots — always equip one.
• Spending all CS coins on chips in Round 1. You can’t afford Level 3 immediately. Upgrade progressively across rounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is M1014’s damage in Free Fire? M1014 deals 94 base damage per shot with a 6-round semi-auto magazine. With Level 3 Upgrade Chips, damage and range increase significantly.

Is M1014 better than M1887? Different strengths. M1014 has a 6-round magazine (vs 2), Upgrade Chip system, and is better for squads. M1887 has higher burst damage, one-shot potential, and faster movement speed. M1014-III outperforms M1887 at 5–7 meters.

What are Upgrade Chips for M1014? Upgrade Chips are items that level up M1014 through 3 tiers (M1014-I → II → III). Each level increases damage, range, and pellet tightness. Found as loot in BR or purchased in Clash Squad (200 → 500 → 900 coins).

What attachments does M1014 use? M1014 accepts only Stock. No muzzle, no magazine, no scope, no foregrip. Stock reduces recoil between semi-auto shots.

What is the best skin for M1014? Green Flame Draco (EVO) is the strongest with damage, double rate of fire, and Gloo Wall damage at max level. Underground Howl is the best non-EVO with double damage and magazine increase. Scorpio Shatter (EVO) adds armor penetration.

What is the best character for M1014? Jota (HP on kills for sustained fights), Hayato (armor pen when HP drops), and Tatsuya (dash to close distance) are the top picks.

How to drag headshot with M1014? Use a smooth tracking drag — not M1887’s explosive flick. Aim at chest, hold fire, smoothly drag upward across 2–3 shots. The first shot locks aim assist, subsequent shots guide to the head.

What sensitivity should I use for M1014? Set General sensitivity to 90–98 — slightly lower than M1887 because M1014 requires smooth tracking rather than violent flicking.

How much do Upgrade Chips cost in Clash Squad? Level 1: 200 coins, Level 2: 500 coins, Level 3: 900 coins. Total: 1,600 coins for full upgrade. Budget across multiple rounds.

What is the best gun combo with M1014? M1014 + Groza is the strongest combo. M1014 + UMP provides double armor coverage. M1014 + SCAR is the beginner-friendly option.

Is M1014 good for beginners? Yes — M1014’s 6-round magazine is much more forgiving than M1887’s 2 rounds. It teaches shotgun fundamentals (positioning, pellet spread, range awareness) without punishing every missed shot.

Can M1014 break Gloo Walls? Base M1014 can break Gloo Walls with sustained fire (4–5 shots). Green Flame Draco EVO at max level gains extra Gloo Wall damage, breaking walls in 2–3 shots.

Final Thoughts

M1014 is the shotgun that rewards patience, upgrading, and squad play. While M1887 is the highlight-reel weapon — explosive flicks and one-shot kills — M1014 is the weapon that quietly wins rounds by clearing buildings, surviving multi-enemy fights, and maintaining damage at ranges where M1887 starts failing.

The Upgrade Chip system is M1014’s secret weapon. A base M1014 is forgettable. An M1014-III is fearsome. Invest in chips every match, master the smooth tracking drag, carry 6 shells of confidence, and you’ll understand why squad players across every rank choose M1014 over M1887.

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