Upgrading your workshop in ARC Raiders requires gathering essential industrial components, with Rusted Gears being among the most sought-after crafting items. Players need these rare materials to upgrade the Gunsmith workbench to Level 3. Knowing where to look can save you hours of unnecessary scavenging across dangerous zones.
Top Farming Spots on Dam Battlegrounds
Dam Battlegrounds offers some of the highest concentration rates for industrial loot in the game. Head directly to the buses located near the North Complex Extraction Elevator or explore the Controlled Access Zone. Breaching vehicle compartments and searching industrial drawers in these locations yields reliable results.
Another high-value area on this map is the Primary Facility and its surrounding complex. Players frequently discover Rusted Gears inside lockable containers and mechanics' workstations beneath the facility. Checking the Scrapyard's broken-down cars is also worthwhile if you spawn nearby.
Exploring Blue Gate and Spaceport
Blue Gate features sprawling underground tunnels filled with abandoned vehicles waiting to be searched. Focusing on the Underpass and the Checkpoint area provides dozens of searchable car hoods. While patrolling ARC machines make this route hazardous, the sheer volume of containers makes it effective.
Spaceport caters heavily to players searching for industrial components in central map zones. Focus your sweep on the Vehicle Maintenance area, Rocket Assembly buildings, and Container Storage. Industrial lockers and green breachable containers in these buildings frequently contain valuable upgrade parts.
Tips to Increase Your Extraction Success
To maximize your odds, consider participating in Night Raids when exploring industrial zones. Nighttime conditions increase the quality of loot drops across all searchable containers. Equipping a loadout with safe pockets ensures you keep your gear even if you fail to extract safely.
Focusing on vehicles with intact hoods and red or blue industrial lockers is key. Once you secure the necessary gears, head immediately to the nearest extraction point to preserve your progress. Safe extraction remains the most critical step in completing your Gunsmith upgrade.
