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Splatoon 3

Crab Tank Guide: How to Use and Rating

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Crab Tank is a Special Weapon available in Splatoon 3. Continue reading to learn about the Crab Tank including the effects of this weapon, how to use it, ranking & rating, and which weapons it is paired with!

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Crab Tank Overview and How to Use

Overview

Crab Tank
Crab Tank 		Base Damage 32 (Gattling Shot), 90 (Cannon)
Additional Damage 30 ( Cannon Splash Damage)
Leave you foes in a pinch with this scuttling tank's superior inkpower. Pres ZR for rapid-fire shots-- R will fire your cannon. Its back is vulnerable to enemy attacks, but you can shift into mobile mode with ZL to protect yourself.

How to Use Crab Tank

When you get overwhelmed by a lot of enemies, activate the Crab Tank with NSW - Right Analog Click if you have it available. You will gain access to the Crab Tank's weapons which can be used to quickly splat multiple opponents. This is also best used to escape and reposition because of its ability to roll to other places fast.

Crab Tank Ranking

B Crab Tank currently is considered a B Tier Special Weapon.
Crab Tank will be outclassed by other special weapons and will only be useful in certain situations.

Best Special Weapons Tier List: Special Weapons Ranked

Weapons with Crab Tank

Main Sub Special
Splattershot ProSplattershot Pro Angle ShooterAngle Shooter Crab TankCrab Tank
Splat DualiesSplat Dualies Suction BombSuction Bomb Crab TankCrab Tank
Splash-o-maticSplash-o-matic Burst BombBurst Bomb Crab TankCrab Tank
L-3 NozzlenoseL-3 Nozzlenose Curling BombCurling Bomb Crab TankCrab Tank

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