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Handcannon Unlock Methods, Weapons Stats, and Upgrades

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RE4 Remake Handcannon Unlock

You can unlock the Handcannon faster by getting S rank on all stages in Mercenaries Mode of Resident Evil 4 Remake (RE4). Read on to find out Handcannon's stats, how to get the Handcannon bonus weapon, and learn how to use Handcannon in the game!

Bonus Weapons and Accessories
All Bonus Weapons Handcannon Chicago Sweeper
Primal Knife Infinite Rocket Launcher Cat Ears (Infinite Ammo)

How to Get Handcannon

Handcannon Unlock Methods Playtime Required
Mercenaries Mode Less than 1 hour
(No story playthrough required)
Complete Professional Difficulty without using Bonus Weapons 8-15 hours
(approx. time to beat main story)

Faster Unlock Method: Reach Rank S in Mercenaries Mode on All Stages

You can unlock the Handcannon Magnum by getting an S rank or higher on all 3 stages in Mercenaries Mode. This Handcannon bonus weapon can be used in main story playthroughs.

Since it's not required to play the main story in order to play Mercenaries, you can unlock the Handcannon via this method before even starting a single story playthrough. After unlock, it can be bought in the Extra Content Shop for 1,000 CP.

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Normal Unlock Method: Complete a New Game on Professional Mode Difficulty Without Bonus Weapons

The Handcannon Bonus Weapon can be unlocked by completing the game on Professional Mode without using any Bonus Weapons.

The catch is, you have to start a New Game on Professional Mode to unlock the Handcannon, so a New Game Plus file won't work for this one. However, you don't have to worry about Rank so take your time and make your way through Professional Mode.

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How to Unlock Professional Mode

The Professional Difficulty Mode can be unlocked simply by clearing the main story once on any difficulty. It can be selected for any New Game or New Game Plus file once unlocked.

How to Unlock Professional Difficulty Mode

Handcannon Weapon Overview

Handcannon Basic Info

Handcannon
RE4 Remake - Handcannon
A magnum revolver. Its extra-large X-Frame was built to handle the muzzle velocity of the strong cartridge and deliver some serious firepower.
Weapon Type Magnum
Ammo Type Magnum Ammo
Perks Penetration Power
How to Get Beat Professional without any Bonus Weapons, or Get S Rank on All Stages in Mercenaries Mode

Handcannon Base Stats

Power Durability Attack Speed Ammo Capacity
12 - - 5
Reload Speed Rate of Fire Precision Inventory Slots
0.46 0.52 1.80 8 (2x4)

Handcannon Weapon Upgrade Stats

LV1 LV2 LV3 LV4 LV5
Power 12 18 24 30 36
Ammo Capacity 5 6 7 8 9
Reload Speed 1 2 3 4 5
Rate of Fire 0.52 0.55 0.58 0.61 0.65
Exclusive Perk Unlimited Ammo

Exclusive Perks and upgrades Lv. 4 and above are unlocked in Chapter 9

Upgrade Costs

LV2 LV3 LV4 LV5 Total Cost
Power 40000 50000 90000 120000 540000
Ammo Capacity 10000 15000 20000 25000
Reload Speed 15000 20000 25000 30000
Rate of Fire 10000 15000 20000 25000
Exclusive Perk Unlimited Ammo (Cost: 10000)

Handcannon Attachments

All Available Attachments

There are no available attachments for this weapon.

Is Handcannon Worth It?

Worth it with the Infinite Ammo

Handcannon, although it's base stat is a bit low compared to Killer7, is still good to have as it is the only Magnum with infinite ammo. Magnum Ammo are very scarce and requires a lot of Gunpowder to make, making it one of the rarest items in the game.

How to Use Handcannon

Get Exclusive Upgrade for Infinite Ammo

The Handcannon's biggest draw is its Exclusive Upgrade which gives it Infinite Ammo to work with.

Be sure to save up your pesetas and upgrade the Handcannon, or use an Exclusive Upgrade Ticket once you get it to fully take advantage of its potential!

Money Farming Guide: How to Get Pesetas Fast

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