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Pump-Action Shotgun
- Item
- Base Game
A mid-tier ranged weapon that fires shotgun shells in rapid succession, effective for combat and boss fights.
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Blueprint Path
Full blueprint path
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun.PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun'"Spawn Commands
GFI Code
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0GiveItemNum
cheat GiveItemNum 357 1 0 0About
The Pump-Action Shotgun is a craftable firearm that deals high damage per shot and can be fired repeatedly without reloading between each round. It uses shotgun shells as ammunition and is useful for taking down high-health creatures and players at close to medium range.
Admins typically spawn this weapon to equip players for endgame content, boss arenas, or PvP scenarios. It appears as a physical item in the world and inventory, there is no blueprint variant. Spawn it with its item ID or GFI code.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I add the Pump-Action Shotgun to a starter kit or loadout?
- Include
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0in your server's kit or spawn script, and set the quantity argument to hand out multiples. Pair it with other item commands from the Codex to build a full loadout. - How do I spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun in ARK: Survival Ascended?
- Open the admin console and run
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0. That gives you one Pump-Action Shotgun instantly. The three numbers after the code are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. Raise the first to spawn a stack, or set the last to 1 to receive it as a blueprint instead of a finished item. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026. - How current is the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn info?
- The Pump-Action Shotgun entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
- How do I spawn multiple Pump-Action Shotgun at once?
- Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 25 0 0spawns 25 of the Pump-Action Shotgun. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size. - Is the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?
- Yes. The Pump-Action Shotgun's class name, GFI code, item ID, and blueprint path are reproduced exactly from the live game data and re-checked each patch, so you can copy them straight into your console.
- Which game is the Pump-Action Shotgun from?
- The Pump-Action Shotgun is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
- What items are related to the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Pump-Action Shotgun, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.
- Where can I copy the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn command?
- Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Pump-Action Shotgun command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.
- What's the Pump-Action Shotgun class name?
- The class name for the Pump-Action Shotgun is
PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun_C. Class names end in_Cand identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros. - How do I give the Pump-Action Shotgun to another player?
- Look at the player and run
cheat GiveItemToPlayer <PlayerID> 357 1 0 0, or stand near them and usecheat GiveItemNum 357 1 0 0after selecting them in your admin tools. It's the quick way to hand out the Pump-Action Shotgun during events and giveaways. - How do I open the console to spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- On PC, press Tab to open the admin console, paste the command, and press Enter. On Xbox and PlayStation, open the pause menu and use the on-screen command bar. Then drop in the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn code from this page.
- Does the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn command work in single-player and multiplayer?
- Yes, the command is identical in both. Single-player has cheats enabled by default; multiplayer just requires an admin login first. The Pump-Action Shotgun then spawns the same way.
- What is the item ID for the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- The numeric item ID for the Pump-Action Shotgun is
357. Use it with GiveItemNum,cheat GiveItemNum 357 1 0 0, to spawn by ID instead of by GFI name. - How do I spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun by its item ID?
- Run
cheat GiveItemNum 357 1 0 0in the admin console. GiveItemNum spawns by numeric ID, which is precise for scripts and control panels. The trailing numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. - Can I spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun over RCON or on a dedicated server?
- Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console:
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0. If your tool already runs with admin context, drop the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups. - Is the Pump-Action Shotgun a DLC item or part of the base game?
- The Pump-Action Shotgun is part of the base ARK: Survival Ascended game, so no DLC or map pack is required to spawn or craft it.
- How do I spawn a higher-quality Pump-Action Shotgun?
- The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant.
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 100 0attempts a top tier Pump-Action Shotgun. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored. - What's the difference between the Pump-Action Shotgun GFI code and its blueprint path?
- The GFI code
PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgunis a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun.PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun'"is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Pump-Action Shotgun. - What do the numbers in the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn command mean?
- In
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0, the code identifies the Pump-Action Shotgun, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Pump-Action Shotgun. - What does the Pump-Action Shotgun do in ARK: Survival Ascended?
- A mid-tier ranged weapon that fires shotgun shells in rapid succession, effective for combat and boss fights.
- What's the difference between GFI and GiveItemNum for the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- Both spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun.
gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgunmatches the item by name and is quickest to type;GiveItemNum 357uses the numeric ID and is precise for scripting. Same result, different lookup. - What is the Pump-Action Shotgun class used for in mods or spawn tools?
- Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Pump-Action Shotgun by its class
PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun_Cor GFIPrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended. - How do I spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun as a blueprint instead of a finished item?
- Set the final argument to 1:
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 1. The last number is the blueprint flag, where 0 gives the crafted item and 1 gives its blueprint (for craftable items; on items with no blueprint the flag is simply ignored). - How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin first with
enablecheats <AdminPassword>, then run the Pump-Action Shotgun spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it. - Can I get the Pump-Action Shotgun without spawning it?
- Yes. The Pump-Action Shotgun can also be obtained through normal ARK: Survival Ascended progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
- Why isn't my Pump-Action Shotgun spawn command working?
- Check three things: admin access is enabled (
enablecheatson servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copyingcheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes. - Is the Pump-Action Shotgun blueprint path case-sensitive?
- Yes.
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun.PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun'"must be typed exactly, including capitalization and the wrapping quotes. Copy it from this page to avoid a typo that returns an empty spawn. - What is the GFI code for the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- The GFI code for the Pump-Action Shotgun is
PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, socheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun 1 0 0is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path. - What's the full blueprint path of the Pump-Action Shotgun?
- The full blueprint path is
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun.PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item:cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun.PrimalItem_WeaponMachinedShotgun'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes. - What is the Pump-Action Shotgun used for?
- The Pump-Action Shotgun is a craftable firearm that deals high damage per shot and can be fired repeatedly without reloading between each round. It uses shotgun shells as ammunition and is useful for taking down high-health creatures and players at close to medium range.