| Actor | Character | Firearm | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvester Stallone | John Rambo | M60 | - |
| Sylvester Stallone | John Rambo | M16A1 | - |
| Sylvester Stallone | John Rambo | M1911A1 | deleted scene |
| Bill McKinney | State Police Capt. Dave Kern | Remington 870 | - |
| Brian Dennehy | Sheriff Will Teasle | Smith & Wesson Model 66 | - |
| Brian Dennehy | Sheriff Will Teasle | AR-15/SP1 | - |
| Brian Dennehy | Sheriff Will Teasle | Heckler & Koch HK93 | - |
| Jack Starrett | Deputy Sgt. Art Galt | Winchester Model 88 | scope |