All weapons have a maximum effective range that tells you the furthest distance they can shoot. If your target is beyond this maximum range, then your shot misses automatically. This is why you have to choose your target before measuring the range.
| Weapon | Maximum Range |
|---|---|
| Shuriken Catapult | 12" |
| Laspistol | 12" |
| Boltgun | 24" |
| Autocannon | 48" |
When checking range, measure to the nearest model in the target unit. Models in that unit who are out of range cannot be hit, as described in Casualty Removal later.
When a unit fires, measure the distance for each model in the unit. Any that are out of range may not shoot.
Diagram: Measuring Range. A Space Marine with a boltgun (range 24") is shown with a 24" arc measured out toward a group of eight Dark Eldar warriors. Four Dark Eldar warriors closest to the Space Marine, within the 24" arc, are in range and may be hit; the four further Dark Eldar warriors beyond the arc are out of range and may not be hit.