- Trench Decay Farquhar Hill 1909: A WW1-era semi-auto rifle pick for sustained mid-range defense.
- Best role: Holding firing lanes and picking off raiders before they reach the trench.
- Key strength: Semi-auto trigger means faster follow-up shots than bolt rifles.
- Ammo discipline: High fire rate makes it easy to burn through magazines during big pushes.
- Best pairing: Run it with a Support/Gunner teammate who can resupply ammo crates.
Farquhar Hill 1909 Overview
The Farquhar Hill 1909 is one of the most interesting period-accurate rifle options in Trench Decay's arsenal. Modeled on the experimental British semi-automatic rifle of the same name, it bridges the gap between the slow, precise bolt rifles and the fast but short-ranged SMGs. Where a Rifleman's bolt-action punishes a missed shot with a long rechamber, the Farquhar Hill lets you correct immediately — a major advantage when clustered raiders pour through a trench funnel.
Video Highlights (official trailer — great for seeing weapon feel in motion):
- Shows the squad-based trench defense loop the rifle excels in
- Demonstrates wave pushes and gas surges the weapon must survive
- Captures the WW1 aesthetic and arsenal tone of the game
Within the broader weapon pool, the Farquhar Hill 1909 slots into the A-tier bracket: strong per-shot damage like a DMR, but with a semi-auto trigger that rewards aggressive trigger discipline. It is not a horde-shredder like an LMG, nor a breach weapon like a shotgun — it is a lane-holder's rifle.
The Farquhar Hill 1909 shines in the mid-range lane-holding role. If your squad already has a Support LMG for suppression and a Shotgun for chokepoints, this rifle covers the gaps: specialists, flankers, and approaching heavies at range.
| Attribute | Farquhar Hill 1909 | Bolt Rifle | SMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire pattern | Semi-auto | Bolt-action | Full auto |
| Per-shot damage | High | Very high | Low-moderate |
| Effective range | Mid-long | Long | Close |
| Follow-up speed | Fast | Slow | Instant |
| Best role | Lane holder | Precision pickoff | Flanker/looter |
How It Performs Across Campaign Chapters
The Farquhar Hill 1909's value shifts as the campaign escalates. Early chapters reward its precision; late chapters test its sustain against overwhelming waves. Match your expectations to the phase.
| Chapter | Wave Profile | Rifle Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Ch. 1 — First Deployment | Light trickle spawns | Excellent; one shot per raider, ammo-efficient |
| Ch. 2 — The Forward Line | Armored specialists appear | Strong; fast follow-ups break armor pushes |
| Ch. 3 — No Man's Land | Open charges + flankers | Good; long sightlines favor its range |
| Ch. 4 — The Strongpoint | Shielded heavy units | Moderate; pair with Engineer charges |
| Ch. 5 — The Breakthrough | Fast shock waves | Tight; lean on LMG teammates |
| Ch. 6 — Final Stand | Overwhelming mixed waves | Support tool only; hold fire lanes, not hordes |
Early Campaign
- Peak performance in Chapters 1-3
- Ammo-efficient pickoffs
- Excellent for learning wave pacing
Mid Campaign
- Reliable against specialists
- Needs squad cover during sieges
- Keep a shotgun sidearm nearby
Late Campaign
- Shifts to a support-fire role
- Prioritize high-threat targets
- Extract discipline matters most
The semi-auto trigger is a trap for undisciplined shooters. Spamming rounds into a horde drains magazines fast — and in Chapter 5-6 gas pressure, running dry mid-push is often fatal. Fire deliberately, reload between waves, and stack on a Support ammo crate during lulls.
Step-by-Step: Running the Farquhar Hill Effectively
Claim your lane
Assign yourself a firing lane — left trench, center, or right flank — and pre-aim the funnel raiders use. The Farquhar Hill rewards a prepared position, not roaming.
Prioritize specialists first
Armored raiders and shielded units threaten the line more than common spawns. Use the rifle's fast follow-up to break their push before switching to trash cleanup.
Manage the trigger
Treat it like a DMR: one deliberate shot, confirm the hit, then correct. Reserve rapid fire for genuine emergencies such as a breached barricade.
Reload on the surge, not before
Gas advances in timed surges with warning windows. Top off your magazine the moment a surge starts — retreating early wastes loot time, retreating late costs the run.
Extract as a squad
Arrive at the extraction zone together, set up facing the spawn funnels, and defend the hold timer. Dying with a full salvage pack means losing everything.
The best Farquhar Hill pairing is a Support/Gunner with an ammo crate and a Medic one trench back. You supply precise damage; they supply sustain. Add an Engineer wiring the flank routes with barbed wire and your lane becomes nearly self-defending.
Loadout Pairings & Setup Checklist
The rifle is only half the equation. Round out your kit based on your squad's composition and the chapter you're pushing.
| Loadout Slot | Recommended Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Farquhar Hill 1909 | Mid-range lane damage |
| Sidearm | Revolver / heavy pistol | Burst backup for close breaches |
| Utility | Ammo pouch + sandbags | Extends sustain, fortifies your lane |
| Squad partner | Support LMG | Covers horde waves you can't |
| Medic support | Carbines, rear dugout | Keeps you alive through gas pushes |
Before You Deploy:
- Redeem active codes for free currency before buying gear
- Confirm your assigned firing lane with the squad
- Verify a Support teammate is carrying an ammo crate
- Walk the map once to re-check extraction routes after DUAL changes
- Learn the safe dugouts that outlast gas the longest
The DUAL update reworked trench lines, cover, and extraction routes, and rebalanced weapon stats across the board. If you ran the Farquhar Hill before DUAL, check its current in-game damage and fire rate before a serious run — older loadout math may no longer hold. Redeem the DUAL update code for free currency to test it risk-free on early waves.
FAQ
Q: Is the Farquhar Hill 1909 good in Trench Decay?
Yes, for its niche. It is an A-tier lane-holding rifle: high per-shot damage with semi-auto follow-up speed. It underperforms against late-campaign horde waves, where LMGs and shotguns are better fits.
Q: What squad role should I play with the Farquhar Hill 1909?
Play the Rifleman role: anchor the center trench or a flank lane, pick off specialists and approaching heavies at mid-range, and let Support and Assault teammates handle breaches and suppression.
Q: How do I stop running out of ammo with it?
Fire deliberately instead of spamming, reload during gas surge warnings, and stack on a Support teammate's ammo crate during wave lulls — crates refill the whole squad and free your inventory for salvage.
Q: Where can I check current Farquhar Hill stats after updates?
Check the in-game shop stats directly, since the DUAL balance pass changed weapon damage and fire rates. For new codes and patch news, follow the official Trench Decay Discord (discord.gg/trenchdecay) and the Studio Rook Roblox group.