Arc Raiders offers a wealth of materials to loot topside, and while most items clearly indicate their uses, Rusted Tools remain a bit of a mystery. Considered a rare recyclable material, many players might have simply recycled them for scrap metal without realizing their true value. However, if you’ve found some Rusted Tools already, you might have experienced the sudden urgency to find more—because Rusted Tools are vital for upgrading your Gunsmith.
### What Are Rusted Tools Used For?
At present, the only use for Rusted Tools beyond recycling them is the Gunsmith II upgrade. The good news is that you only need three Rusted Tools to complete this upgrade, making it a manageable goal if you know where to look.
### Where to Find Rusted Tools
Unsurprisingly, your best chance of finding Rusted Tools is in Mechanical and Industrial areas. These tools commonly appear in red toolboxes, crates, and various other containers scattered throughout these zones.
Some of the prime locations for farming Rusted Tools include:
– **Dam Battlegrounds**
– Scrap Yard — especially around the cars
– Water Treatment Control — lower floors
– Primary Facility — lower floors
These three areas are close to each other and can be looted in a single run, with multiple extraction points nearby for convenience.
– **Spaceport**
– Vehicle Maintenance
– Container Storage
These warehouses are situated right next to each other, making them efficient spots to loot. There’s also the Shipping Warehouse in the north. However, be cautious, as the Spaceport tends to feel much more dangerous compared to the areas on Dam.
– **Blue Gate**
– Adorned Wreckage
– Warehouse Complex
– Checkpoint
### Tips for Efficient Farming
– Focus on looting containers such as red toolboxes and crates, as Rusted Tools frequently spawn there.
– Plan your route to cover multiple high-yield areas in one run, particularly around Dam Battlegrounds, to maximize your collection.
– Keep an eye on your surroundings, especially in more dangerous zones like the Spaceport, to avoid unnecessary confrontations.
By targeting these mechanical and industrial hotspots, you can quickly gather the Rusted Tools needed to upgrade your Gunsmith and improve your arsenal in Arc Raiders. Happy looting!
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