Rusted Tools are a Rare item essential for upgrading your Gunsmith bench. This guide covers all the best Rusted Tools farming locations, how to identify potential spawns on any map, and tips for maximizing your haul each run to get the Gunsmith Level 2 upgrade as soon as possible.
Where are Rusted Tools Found
Rusted Tools spawn exclusively in Mechanical and Industrial areas across all maps. These locations contain machinery, generators, and industrial equipment where tools would logically be stored or used. Once inside an Industrial building, check containers, lockers, and breachable containers for Rusted Tools spawns.
Lockers and Draw containers are the best place to look when searching for Rusted Tools; they can also appear in breachable containers near power generators and industrial machinery or on shelves in the Hydrophonic Dome Complexes.
The back of buses in Industrial zones is another reliable spawn point mentioned by veteran players.
Where To Find Rusted Tools Map
Gate ApproachGate ApproachThe MountainsThe MountainsThe ForestThe ForestRidgelineRidgelineCheckpointCheckpointPiles and piles of abandoned vehicles sit outside the gates, forever waiting to be let in.High-threat area · Loot: MechanicalPilgrim's PeakPilgrim's PeakAn antenna that has been seemingly transformed by traveling pilgrims.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, ElectricalOuter GatesOuter GatesHeadhouseHeadhouseFarmlandsFarmlandsRaider's RefugeRaider's RefugeRaiders are trying to make this outpost their own. The ARC are making that difficult.Medium-threat area · Loot: ResidentialVillageVillageA village from long before the sprawling astro-infrastructure took over the land.Medium-threat area · Loot: Commercial, ResidentialReinforced ReceptionReinforced ReceptionMysterious facility that’s strangely fortified.Loot: Security, TechnologicalWarehouse ComplexWarehouse ComplexRumor has it that there's more than just rats running through this old Supracosta warehouse.Medium-threat area · Loot: IndustrialBarren ClearingBarren ClearingLoot: ARCAdorned WreckageAdorned WreckageA graveyard of wreckage that was already here before any Speranzans arrived.Loot: Industrial, MechanicalHighway CollapseHighway CollapseData VaultData VaultMaintenance BunkerMaintenance BunkerTrapper's GladeTrapper's GladeLoot: NatureAbandoned Housing ProjectAbandoned Housing ProjectThis architectural project stands abandoned, unfinished and untouched.Olive GroveOlive GroveLoot: NatureBroken EarthBroken EarthRuined HomesteadRuined HomesteadLoot: Old World, ResidentialAncient FortAncient FortRuins of a fort from before the Collapse.Medium-threat area · Loot: Old World, TechnologicalGate Control RoomGate Control Room
Extraction point
The DamThe DamSwampSwampVictory RidgeVictory RidgeWater TowersWater TowersElectrical SubstationElectrical SubstationA rocky basin full of old power generators.Loot: ElectricalRed LakesRed LakesScrap YardScrap YardLoot: Mechanical, IndustrialFormicai HillsFormicai HillsFormicai OutpostFormicai OutpostPrimary FacilityPrimary FacilityLoot: Mechanical, IndustrialBen Welder's SunroofBen Welder's SunroofRuby ResidenceRuby ResidenceWreckageWreckageHydroponic Dome ComplexHydroponic Dome ComplexA field scattered with glass domes that were once used for plant cultivation.High-threat area · Loot: Nature, Industrial, SecurityPale ApartmentsPale ApartmentsWest Broken BridgeWest Broken BridgeRaider Outpost EastRaider Outpost EastFloodgatesFloodgatesEast Broken BridgeEast Broken BridgePattern HousePattern HouseOld BattlegroundOld BattlegroundAn old First Wave battleground where lopsided forts and wrecked ARC parts still remain.Loot: ARCSmall CreekSmall CreekSouth Swamp OutpostSouth Swamp OutpostElectrical TowerElectrical TowerControl TowerControl TowerLocated above the Admin building. An excellent vantage point for looking out over the battlegrounds.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, SecurityPower Generation ComplexPower Generation ComplexA rusting relic of hydrogen infrastructure.Medium-threat area · Loot: Electrical, IndustrialTesting AnnexTesting AnnexA half-drowned testing center overlooking the red lakes.Medium-threat area · Loot: Medical, CommercialControlled Access ZoneControlled Access ZoneIvy and rusting ARC husks are all that’s seemingly left of this underground power stationHigh-threat area · Loot: ARC, MechanicalResearch & AdministrationResearch & AdministrationThe abandoned administrative building for the Enelica corporation.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, TechnologicalRed Lakes BalconyRed Lakes BalconyPipeline TowerPipeline TowerThe BreachThe BreachWater Treatment ControlWater Treatment ControlA concrete monolith of pipes, tubes, and old water treatment equipment.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, MechanicalGenerator HallGenerator Hall
Extraction point
The SpaceportThe SpaceportLa ChiesaLa ChiesaEast PlainsEast PlainsAlberi HillsAlberi HillsFuel StorageFuel StorageService BuildingsService BuildingsEast Plains WarehousesEast Plains WarehousesStaff ParkingStaff ParkingFuel ProcessingFuel ProcessingCommunications TowerCommunications TowerFuel DepotFuel DepotMaintenance HangarMaintenance HangarSecurity CheckpointSecurity CheckpointJiangsu WarehouseJiangsu WarehouseWater TowersWater TowersElectrical SubstationElectrical SubstationFuel LinesFuel LinesRocket AssemblyRocket AssemblyA graveyard of rocket parts that never made it to space.Medium-threat area · Loot: Exodus, IndustrialThe TrenchThe TrenchArrival BuildingArrival BuildingThe ransacked reception building for aspiring space travelers.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, TechnologicalShipping WarehouseShipping WarehouseLoot: Industrial, MechanicalDeparture BuildingDeparture BuildingThe former Avantale security gate for passengers headed to the Launch Towers.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, TechnologicalCar ParkCar ParkFuel ControlFuel ControlLoot: Mechanical, ElectricalContainer StorageContainer StorageHigh-threat area · Loot: Industrial, MechanicalEast Container YardEast Container YardWest Container YardWest Container YardLittle HangarLittle HangarEast HangarEast HangarVehicle MaintenanceVehicle MaintenanceThe Spaceport’s many buses and cargo trucks used to come here for a tune-up.Medium-threat area · Loot: Mechanical, IndustrialLaunch TowersLaunch TowersAstraventuro’s premier rocket launch destination.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, SecurityNorth Trench TowerNorth Trench TowerMedium-threat area · Loot: TechnologicalSouth Trench TowerSouth Trench TowerMedium-threat area · Loot: TechnologicalWest HangarWest HangarControl Tower A6Control Tower A6Shorter than the Launch Towers, but still a decent view of the grounds.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, Commercial
Extraction point
SeabedSeabedMulatierra HillMulatierra HillHotel ComplexHotel ComplexHarborHarborWeighing CheckpointWeighing CheckpointWith scales embedded into the road's surface, this must've been about as elegant as a checkpoint gets.Loot: Industrial, MechanicalTransfer DepotTransfer DepotDried RiverbedDried RiverbedLoot: NatureWavebreakerWavebreakerCustoms HouseCustoms HouseSignage indicates that some of the Exodus' valuable goods once passed right through this complex.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, ElectricalPoolsidePoolsideHotel Panorama AzzurroHotel Panorama AzzurroA particularly lavish harbor resort, said to have hosted all of the Exodus' most distinguished supporters and financiers.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, ResidentialAzzurro BeachAzzurro BeachA secluded stretch of once-pristine beachfront.Loot: ResidentialWreckageWreckageAges of violent undercurrents and biting rust have taken a visible toll.Loot: ARCPort Authority BuildingPort Authority BuildingOnce the beating heart of all maritime operations, it allows for dilligent surveillance of the port in every direction.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, ExodusStacking YardStacking YardJust a glimpse of these sky-scraping containers makes one want to stack things very high.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, ExodusWharfWharfTennis CourtTennis CourtQuayQuayMarano RoadMarano RoadSpecial Handling TunnelSpecial Handling TunnelBeach BarBeach BarRailyardRailyardExtraction point
Northern TracksNorthern TracksFallen EmperorFallen EmperorStuck between snow and debris, this giant walker seems to attract ARC attention from far beyond the Rust Belt.Loot: ARCSouthern PassSouthern PassFreight TerminalFreight TerminalAlmatera VillageAlmatera VillageIsolated yet seemingly close-knit, most of the village of Almatera has been swallowed by an avalanche.Railroad JunctionRailroad JunctionCrossing these train tracks, one may picture hungry astronomers heading out for lunch.Loot: Mechanical, ElectricalCommissary SupermarketCommissary SupermarketWith surprisingly elaborate shelving, this supermarket must've provisioned locals and astronomers alike.Medium-threat area · Loot: Commercial, MedicalRailyardRailyardAn Exodus-era railyard, seemingly designed to handle delicate, uncommonly shaped freight.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, MechanicalOld TownOld TownStrolling across these narrow streets, you can almost picture the days before astronomical and fallen behemoths.Medium-threat area · Loot: Residential, Old WorldLoading PlatformsLoading PlatformsThese platforms allow for the handling of particularly delicate goods.Loot: Industrial, ExodusElectrical SubstationElectrical SubstationA substation built to provide reliable power in the harshest weather conditions.Almatera StationAlmatera StationSaid to have once been a quaint local station, these tracks now seem to support high axle-load traffic.Medium-threat area · Loot: CommercialResearcher LodgingsResearcher LodgingsLoot: ResidentialTruck StopTruck StopA gasoline-stained refuge for the weary traveler.Frozen RiverFrozen RiverA long-frozen river that leaves prospective ice skaters dangerously exposed.Loot: NatureTransit TunnelTransit TunnelA sturdy concrete tunnel that has mostly withstood the test of time, providing shelter and safe passage.Dispatch TowerDispatch TowerWeather StationWeather StationA versatile meteorological instrument, long retired.Cielo Sereno ObservatoryCielo Sereno ObservatoryA marvel of astronomical ingenuity, even to those unable to fathom its one-time readings.Medium-threat area · Loot: Technological, ExodusOld HamletOld HamletStanding tall amongst the snows, this lodge straddles the line between rustic and chique.Loot: Old WorldDeep-Space TelescopeDeep-Space TelescopePerched atop a mountain summit, this marvel of astronomy puts all other antennas to shame.Loot: ExodusPiazza della RupePiazza della RupePorta BenvenutiPorta BenvenutiControlled Receiving FacilityControlled Receiving FacilityExtraction point
Storm Hut (approx., opens in a Flash Freeze)Blue Gate
Blue Gate accounts for 42% of all Rusted Tools finds according to community data, making it the dominant farming map. The Industrial zones in this map contain multiple buildings with machinery and power equipment, where Rusted Tools spawn consistently.
Gate ApproachGate ApproachThe MountainsThe MountainsThe ForestThe ForestRidgelineRidgelineCheckpointCheckpointPiles and piles of abandoned vehicles sit outside the gates, forever waiting to be let in.High-threat area · Loot: MechanicalPilgrim's PeakPilgrim's PeakAn antenna that has been seemingly transformed by traveling pilgrims.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, ElectricalOuter GatesOuter GatesHeadhouseHeadhouseFarmlandsFarmlandsRaider's RefugeRaider's RefugeRaiders are trying to make this outpost their own. The ARC are making that difficult.Medium-threat area · Loot: ResidentialVillageVillageA village from long before the sprawling astro-infrastructure took over the land.Medium-threat area · Loot: Commercial, ResidentialReinforced ReceptionReinforced ReceptionMysterious facility that’s strangely fortified.Loot: Security, TechnologicalWarehouse ComplexWarehouse ComplexRumor has it that there's more than just rats running through this old Supracosta warehouse.Medium-threat area · Loot: IndustrialBarren ClearingBarren ClearingLoot: ARCAdorned WreckageAdorned WreckageA graveyard of wreckage that was already here before any Speranzans arrived.Loot: Industrial, MechanicalHighway CollapseHighway CollapseData VaultData VaultMaintenance BunkerMaintenance BunkerTrapper's GladeTrapper's GladeLoot: NatureAbandoned Housing ProjectAbandoned Housing ProjectThis architectural project stands abandoned, unfinished and untouched.Olive GroveOlive GroveLoot: NatureBroken EarthBroken EarthRuined HomesteadRuined HomesteadLoot: Old World, ResidentialAncient FortAncient FortRuins of a fort from before the Collapse.Medium-threat area · Loot: Old World, TechnologicalGate Control RoomGate Control RoomExtraction pointCheck the highlighted Industrial areas marked with the Factory icon on the map. Focus on buildings with generators, control panels, and mechanical equipment. Lockers and containers in these areas are most likely to contain Rusted Tools.
Dam Battlegrounds
Dam Battlegrounds is where many players swear to find Rusted Tools consistently, accounting for 21% of all finds. The Power Generation Complex, Primary Facility, and Hydro Dome Complex are your primary targets on this map.
The DamThe DamSwampSwampVictory RidgeVictory RidgeWater TowersWater TowersElectrical SubstationElectrical SubstationA rocky basin full of old power generators.Loot: ElectricalRed LakesRed LakesScrap YardScrap YardLoot: Mechanical, IndustrialFormicai HillsFormicai HillsFormicai OutpostFormicai OutpostPrimary FacilityPrimary FacilityLoot: Mechanical, IndustrialBen Welder's SunroofBen Welder's SunroofRuby ResidenceRuby ResidenceWreckageWreckageHydroponic Dome ComplexHydroponic Dome ComplexA field scattered with glass domes that were once used for plant cultivation.High-threat area · Loot: Nature, Industrial, SecurityPale ApartmentsPale ApartmentsWest Broken BridgeWest Broken BridgeRaider Outpost EastRaider Outpost EastFloodgatesFloodgatesEast Broken BridgeEast Broken BridgePattern HousePattern HouseOld BattlegroundOld BattlegroundAn old First Wave battleground where lopsided forts and wrecked ARC parts still remain.Loot: ARCSmall CreekSmall CreekSouth Swamp OutpostSouth Swamp OutpostElectrical TowerElectrical TowerControl TowerControl TowerLocated above the Admin building. An excellent vantage point for looking out over the battlegrounds.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, SecurityPower Generation ComplexPower Generation ComplexA rusting relic of hydrogen infrastructure.Medium-threat area · Loot: Electrical, IndustrialTesting AnnexTesting AnnexA half-drowned testing center overlooking the red lakes.Medium-threat area · Loot: Medical, CommercialControlled Access ZoneControlled Access ZoneIvy and rusting ARC husks are all that’s seemingly left of this underground power stationHigh-threat area · Loot: ARC, MechanicalResearch & AdministrationResearch & AdministrationThe abandoned administrative building for the Enelica corporation.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, TechnologicalRed Lakes BalconyRed Lakes BalconyPipeline TowerPipeline TowerThe BreachThe BreachWater Treatment ControlWater Treatment ControlA concrete monolith of pipes, tubes, and old water treatment equipment.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, MechanicalGenerator HallGenerator HallExtraction pointThe Primary Facility Loading Bay is the standout location for Rusted Tools farming. Head to the loading bay area where you will find numerous crates to search and breach along the sides. Players report finding 3 to 4 Rusted Tools in a single run here, with some spawning on shelves as loose loot.
The Hydro Dome Complex is another excellent spot. Check on top of the metal cabinet shelves inside the domes for Rusted Tools sitting out as loose loot. The Power Gen Complex also produces consistent spawns; from the Battle Bridge, enter the building and turn right to find multiple breachable containers.
The two buses nearest the North Complex Elevator are reliable locations. Players report finding Rusted Tools in the back of these buses in roughly 75% of raids. The underground carpark below Primary Facility contains numerous breachable containers along the sides and is worth checking on every Dam run.
The Water Treatment Control Area and Research and Administration building round out the Dam Battlegrounds options. Check drawers and lockers in these areas for additional Rusted Tools spawns.
The Spaceport
The Spaceport contributes 16% of Rusted Tools finds. The tunnels underneath the map are a prime farming location. Open the breachable containers throughout these underground passages to find Rusted Tools spawning regularly.
The SpaceportThe SpaceportLa ChiesaLa ChiesaEast PlainsEast PlainsAlberi HillsAlberi HillsFuel StorageFuel StorageService BuildingsService BuildingsEast Plains WarehousesEast Plains WarehousesStaff ParkingStaff ParkingFuel ProcessingFuel ProcessingCommunications TowerCommunications TowerFuel DepotFuel DepotMaintenance HangarMaintenance HangarSecurity CheckpointSecurity CheckpointJiangsu WarehouseJiangsu WarehouseWater TowersWater TowersElectrical SubstationElectrical SubstationFuel LinesFuel LinesRocket AssemblyRocket AssemblyA graveyard of rocket parts that never made it to space.Medium-threat area · Loot: Exodus, IndustrialThe TrenchThe TrenchArrival BuildingArrival BuildingThe ransacked reception building for aspiring space travelers.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, TechnologicalShipping WarehouseShipping WarehouseLoot: Industrial, MechanicalDeparture BuildingDeparture BuildingThe former Avantale security gate for passengers headed to the Launch Towers.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, TechnologicalCar ParkCar ParkFuel ControlFuel ControlLoot: Mechanical, ElectricalContainer StorageContainer StorageHigh-threat area · Loot: Industrial, MechanicalEast Container YardEast Container YardWest Container YardWest Container YardLittle HangarLittle HangarEast HangarEast HangarVehicle MaintenanceVehicle MaintenanceThe Spaceport’s many buses and cargo trucks used to come here for a tune-up.Medium-threat area · Loot: Mechanical, IndustrialLaunch TowersLaunch TowersAstraventuro’s premier rocket launch destination.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, SecurityNorth Trench TowerNorth Trench TowerMedium-threat area · Loot: TechnologicalSouth Trench TowerSouth Trench TowerMedium-threat area · Loot: TechnologicalWest HangarWest HangarControl Tower A6Control Tower A6Shorter than the Launch Towers, but still a decent view of the grounds.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, CommercialExtraction pointVehicle Maintenance is another solid option on this map. This Industrial area contains the usual Mechanical loot tables with containers and lockers that can spawn Rusted Tools.
Riven Tides
Riven Tides has plenty of reported Rusted Tools finds. The Industrial and Mechanical loot on Riven Tides sits in Weighing Checkpoint, Customs House and Stacking Yard. Customs House and Stacking Yard are medium-threat areas, so it’s busy but manageable. Worth the trip if you’re after Rusted Tools.
SeabedSeabedMulatierra HillMulatierra HillHotel ComplexHotel ComplexHarborHarborWeighing CheckpointWeighing CheckpointWith scales embedded into the road's surface, this must've been about as elegant as a checkpoint gets.Loot: Industrial, MechanicalTransfer DepotTransfer DepotDried RiverbedDried RiverbedLoot: NatureWavebreakerWavebreakerCustoms HouseCustoms HouseSignage indicates that some of the Exodus' valuable goods once passed right through this complex.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, ElectricalPoolsidePoolsideHotel Panorama AzzurroHotel Panorama AzzurroA particularly lavish harbor resort, said to have hosted all of the Exodus' most distinguished supporters and financiers.High-threat area · Loot: Commercial, ResidentialAzzurro BeachAzzurro BeachA secluded stretch of once-pristine beachfront.Loot: ResidentialWreckageWreckageAges of violent undercurrents and biting rust have taken a visible toll.Loot: ARCPort Authority BuildingPort Authority BuildingOnce the beating heart of all maritime operations, it allows for dilligent surveillance of the port in every direction.High-threat area · Loot: Technological, ExodusStacking YardStacking YardJust a glimpse of these sky-scraping containers makes one want to stack things very high.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, ExodusWharfWharfTennis CourtTennis CourtQuayQuayMarano RoadMarano RoadSpecial Handling TunnelSpecial Handling TunnelBeach BarBeach BarRailyardRailyardExtraction pointPendola Pass
Pendola Pass is the newest map, so there aren’t many reports yet and this leans on the game’s own loot data. The Industrial and Mechanical loot on Pendola Pass sits in Railroad Junction, Railyard and Loading Platforms. Railyard is a medium-threat area, so it’s busy but manageable.
Northern TracksNorthern TracksFallen EmperorFallen EmperorStuck between snow and debris, this giant walker seems to attract ARC attention from far beyond the Rust Belt.Loot: ARCSouthern PassSouthern PassFreight TerminalFreight TerminalAlmatera VillageAlmatera VillageIsolated yet seemingly close-knit, most of the village of Almatera has been swallowed by an avalanche.Railroad JunctionRailroad JunctionCrossing these train tracks, one may picture hungry astronomers heading out for lunch.Loot: Mechanical, ElectricalCommissary SupermarketCommissary SupermarketWith surprisingly elaborate shelving, this supermarket must've provisioned locals and astronomers alike.Medium-threat area · Loot: Commercial, MedicalRailyardRailyardAn Exodus-era railyard, seemingly designed to handle delicate, uncommonly shaped freight.Medium-threat area · Loot: Industrial, MechanicalOld TownOld TownStrolling across these narrow streets, you can almost picture the days before astronomical and fallen behemoths.Medium-threat area · Loot: Residential, Old WorldLoading PlatformsLoading PlatformsThese platforms allow for the handling of particularly delicate goods.Loot: Industrial, ExodusElectrical SubstationElectrical SubstationA substation built to provide reliable power in the harshest weather conditions.Almatera StationAlmatera StationSaid to have once been a quaint local station, these tracks now seem to support high axle-load traffic.Medium-threat area · Loot: CommercialResearcher LodgingsResearcher LodgingsLoot: ResidentialTruck StopTruck StopA gasoline-stained refuge for the weary traveler.Frozen RiverFrozen RiverA long-frozen river that leaves prospective ice skaters dangerously exposed.Loot: NatureTransit TunnelTransit TunnelA sturdy concrete tunnel that has mostly withstood the test of time, providing shelter and safe passage.Dispatch TowerDispatch TowerWeather StationWeather StationA versatile meteorological instrument, long retired.Cielo Sereno ObservatoryCielo Sereno ObservatoryA marvel of astronomical ingenuity, even to those unable to fathom its one-time readings.Medium-threat area · Loot: Technological, ExodusOld HamletOld HamletStanding tall amongst the snows, this lodge straddles the line between rustic and chique.Loot: Old WorldDeep-Space TelescopeDeep-Space TelescopePerched atop a mountain summit, this marvel of astronomy puts all other antennas to shame.Loot: ExodusPiazza della RupePiazza della RupePorta BenvenutiPorta BenvenutiControlled Receiving FacilityControlled Receiving FacilityExtraction pointStorm Hut (approx., opens in a Flash Freeze)Other Maps
Buried City and Stella Montis each account for 11% of Rusted Tools finds. Any map with Industrial or Mechanical markers can spawn Rusted Tools. Before deploying, check the map for the gear icon indicating Industrial areas.
These POIs share the same loot tables regardless of which map they appear on. Though Blue Gate and Dam Battlegrounds are where players find the most Rusted Tools, any Industrial zone can produce them if you search thoroughly.
Night raids work just as well as day raids for Rusted Tools hunting. The spawns do change based on time of day, so queue for whichever raid fits your playstyle and willingness to take risks.
What Do the Stats Tell Us
Blue Gate accounts for 42% of all Rusted Tools finds, making it the dominant farming map. Dam Battlegrounds follows at 21%, favored for its concentrated Industrial zones around the Power Generation Complex. The Spaceport contributes 16%, while Buried City and Stella Montis each account for 11% of total Rusted Tools drops.
According to community loot data, 36% of all Rusted Tools are found in containers, 36% in lockers, and 27% in breachable containers. Prioritize lockers and standard containers when farming, then hit breachable containers near generators and machinery for additional chances.
Unlike Residential items that spawn on furniture, Rusted Tools appear near mechanical and industrial equipment. Look for power generators, machinery, control panels, and the back of buses when searching for spawns.
Scroll down for the locations to search in Blue Gate and Dam Battlegrounds. We highlight the best Industrial areas on each map.
How To Identify Industrial Areas
Industrial areas are marked on the map with a gear icon, so you can plan routes before you deploy with an idea of where to go for Rusted Tools. This icon indicates that the POI contains factories, power plants, and mechanical facilities.
Not all Industrial areas are created equal; buildings with power generators and heavy machinery are still best for Rusted Tools. Look for the Power Generation Complex, control towers, and underground facilities.
When you arrive at an Industrial area, look for lockers, containers, and breachable containers. Rusted Tools spawn inside these storage spots and occasionally in drawers near workstations. Open everything you see to maximize your chances of finding them.
Unlike some items that spawn on the ground outdoors, Rusted Tools only appear inside buildings and containers. Focus your search on interior spaces, buses, and breachable power equipment around Industrial POIs.
Also Found Here
Open those spots and you’ll usually walk out with more than just Rusted Tools. These are the ones worth keeping.
The Breachable Containers and bags that hold Rusted Tools, most often on Dam Battlegrounds and the Spaceport, also roll:
Rusted Bolts
3 needed for Trophy Display phase 1. Where to find it
Metal Parts
20 needed for Gunsmith Level 1, 60 for Refiner Level 1.
Rubber Parts
30 needed for Gunsmith Level 1.
Water Pump
Sells for 1,000 Raider Coins.
Rusted Tools also turns up in Breachable Containers and shipping container drawers on Dam Battlegrounds and the Spaceport, alongside:
Rusted Gear
3 needed for Gunsmith Level 3. Where to find it
Industrial Battery
3 needed for Gear Bench Level 3. Where to find it
Steel Spring
Sells for 300 Raider Coins. Where to find it
Explosive Compound
10 needed for Ascending The Mountain phase 1, 5 for Explosives Station Level 3.
What is a Rusted Tool
Rusted Tools are classified as Rare recyclable items. Each Rusted Tool weighs 2 KG and stacks up to 3 in a single inventory slot. If you need quick cash, Rusted Tools sell for 1,000 Raider Coins each at vendors.
The primary value of Rusted Tools comes from crafting upgrades. Processing a Rusted Tool at your Workshop yields Metal Parts and Steel Springs. The description states they can be recycled into metal parts, making them useful for various Workshop projects.
Why You Need Rusted Tools
Rusted Tools serve one main purpose in ARC Raiders: upgrading your Gunsmith bench. We recommend saving every Rusted Tool you find until you complete this essential upgrade.
Upgrading the Gunsmith
The primary use for Rusted Tools is upgrading the Gunsmith from Level 1 to Level 2. This upgrade requires 3 Rusted Tools along with other materials. The upgraded Gunsmith unlocks better weapon modifications and crafting options for your arsenal.
Save at least 3 Rusted Tools before recycling any extras. Once you complete the Gunsmith Level 2 upgrade, you can freely sell or recycle additional Rusted Tools for coins or materials.
Recycle vs Sell
Rusted Tools sell for 1,000 Raider Coins each. Recycling yields 900 coins worth of materials (Metal Parts x 8 = 600 coins + Steel Spring x 1 = 300 coins). Selling gives you 100 more coins directly, making it the better option for pure profit.
We recommend selling Rusted Tools once you have completed the Gunsmith Level 2 upgrade, unless you specifically need Metal Parts or Steel Springs for other projects. The 100 coin difference adds up over multiple runs.
Avoid salvaging Rusted Tools in the field unless your inventory is completely full. Salvaging yields significantly less value than both selling and recycling at your Workshop.
Tips for Farming Rusted Tools
Rusted Tools stack to 3, and each weighs 2 KG. Plan your inventory space accordingly. A dedicated farming run can net 3 to 6 Rusted Tools if you hit multiple Industrial buildings and get favorable spawns.
To ensure you have a Safe Pocket, equip any Augment in a custom Build; do not run free loadouts. Veteran players recommend going in with minimal gear to maximize safe storage space.
Use your Safe Pocket for Rusted Tools whenever possible. If you die during extraction, items in your Safe Pocket are preserved. This protects your valuable Rare finds from being lost to other players or ARC enemies.
Run multiple short raids rather than one long expedition. Industrial areas refresh their loot each raid, so quick in-and-out runs to the Power Generation Complex or Blue Gate Industrial zones can be more efficient than exploring the entire map.
Check every container in Industrial buildings. Rusted Tools spawn in lockers, standard containers, and breachable containers. The back of buses in Industrial zones is another reliable spawn point. Thorough looting ensures you do not miss any spawns.
If done during Night Raids, drop chances of Rusted Tools substantially increase. If you do not mind the added risk and definitely have Safe Pockets to spare, doing Night Raids in Blue Gate or Dam Battlegrounds could yield extremely successful runs.
- Fewer active Return Points
- No active Raider Hatches
- Increased loot value
Frequently Asked Questions
Blue Gate is statistically the best map with 42% of all Rusted Tools finds. However, Dam Battlegrounds (21%) has well-known specific locations that many players prefer. The Primary Facility Loading Bay is the standout spot where players report finding 3 to 4 Rusted Tools per run in breachable crates and on shelves.
You need 3 Rusted Tools to upgrade the Gunsmith from Level 1 to Level 2. This is currently the only known upgrade requiring Rusted Tools. Save at least 3 before selling or recycling any extras.
Rusted Tools spawn in containers (36%), lockers (36%), and breachable containers (27%) within Industrial and Mechanical areas. They also appear as loose loot on metal cabinet shelves in the Hydro Dome Complex and on shelves in the Primary Facility Loading Bay. Check breachable crates, lockers, and drawers in all Industrial buildings.
Always bring Rusted Tools back to your Workshop. Recycling yields Metal Parts x 8 and Steel Spring x 1 (worth 900 coins). Only salvage in the field if your inventory is completely full and you cannot carry any more items.
Rusted Tools sell for 1,000 Raider Coins each. This is actually 100 coins more than recycling (which yields 900 coins worth of materials). Selling is the better option for pure profit once you have completed the Gunsmith Level 2 upgrade.
Yes, Rusted Tools spawn during both day and night raids. Night raids may offer increased drop chances, though they come with added risk. Queue for whichever raid type fits your preferred playstyle and risk tolerance.
Look for the gear icon on the map, which indicates Industrial and Mechanical areas. These POIs contain factories, power plants, and mechanical facilities where Rusted Tools spawn. The icon appears on all maps that have Industrial locations.
Rusted Tools spawn exclusively in Mechanical and Industrial areas. Other POI types like Residential or Commercial do not contain Rusted Tools spawns. Always head to buildings marked with the gear icon if you need Rusted Tools.
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