What to know

  • Blueprints unlock crafting recipes for weapons, gear, and upgrades in ARC Raiders.
  • They can be found in loot containers, on dead raiders, as mission rewards, through faction rep, and special events like the Harvester.
  • Key farming routes include the Dam cache circuit, Blue Gate Village run, and farming during the Harvester event.
  • Managing, learning, and consuming blueprints at your hideout’s crafting stations is essential for progression.

In ARC Raiders, blueprints are crucial for crafting powerful weapons, equipment, and utility items. Collecting these blueprints allows you to unlock new crafting recipes at the various workbenches in your hideout, such as the Gunsmith, Refiner, Explosives Station, and Utility Station. This guide details how and where to locate every type of blueprint along with efficient farming strategies and blueprint management tips.

List of all Blueprints in ARC Raiders

BlueprintTypeRecipe (Crafting Materials)Crafted At / Tier
BettinaWeapon3× Advanced Mechanical Components, 3× Medium Gun Parts, 3× CanisterGunsmith 3
Blue Light StickQuick Use3× ChemicalsUtility Station 1
Green Light StickQuick Use3× ChemicalsUtility Station 1
Red Light StickQuick Use3× ChemicalsUtility Station 1
Yellow Light StickQuick Use3× ChemicalsUtility Station 1
AphelionWeapon3× Magnetic Accelerator, 3× Complex Gun Parts, 1× Matriarch ReactorGunsmith 3
EqualizerWeapon3× Magnetic Accelerator, 3× Complex Gun Parts, 1× Queen ReactorGunsmith 3
JupiterWeapon3× Magnetic Accelerator, 3× Complex Gun Parts, 1× Queen ReactorGunsmith 3
VenatorWeapon2× Advanced Mechanical Components, 3× Medium Gun Parts, 5× MagnetGunsmith 3
TempestWeapon3× Advanced Mechanical Components, 3× Medium Gun Parts, 3× CanisterGunsmith 3
BobcatWeapon3× Advanced Mechanical Components, 3× Light Gun PartsGunsmith 3
OspreyWeapon2× Advanced Mechanical Components, 3× Medium Gun Parts, 7× WiresGunsmith 3
TorrenteWeapon2× Advanced Mechanical Components, 3× Medium Gun Parts, 6× Steel SpringGunsmith 3
Il ToroWeapon5× Mechanical Components, 6× Simple Gun PartsGunsmith 1
BurlettaWeapon3× Mechanical Components, 3× Simple Gun PartsGunsmith 1
AnvilWeapon5× Mechanical Components, 5× Simple Gun PartsGunsmith 2
VulcanoWeapon1× Magnetic Accelerator, 3× Heavy Gun Parts, 1× Exodus ModulesGunsmith 3
Light Gun PartsMaterial4× Simple Gun PartsRefiner 2
Medium Gun PartsMaterial4× Simple Gun PartsRefiner 2
Heavy Gun PartsMaterial4× Simple Gun PartsRefiner 2
Complex Gun PartsMaterial2× Light Gun Parts, 2× Medium Gun Parts, 2× Heavy Gun PartsRefiner 3
Advanced Mechanical ComponentsMaterial2× Mechanical Components, 4× WiresRefiner 2
Magnetic AcceleratorMaterial3× ARC Alloy, 6× MagnetRefiner 3
ChemicalsMaterial4× CanisterUtility Station 1
Fireworks BoxQuick Use1× Explosive Compound, 3× Pop TriggerExplosives Station 2
Gas MineMine4× Chemicals, 2× Rubber PartsExplosives Station 1
Pulse MineMine1× Crude Explosives, 1× WiresExplosives Station 1
Seeker GrenadeGrenade1× Crude Explosives, 2× ARC AlloyExplosives Station 1
Blaze GrenadeGrenade1× Explosive Compound, 2× OilExplosives Station 3
Jolt MineMine1× Explosive Compound, 1× SensorsExplosives Station 3
Jolt MineMine1× Electrical Components, 1× BatteryExplosives Station 2
Explosive MineMine1× Explosive Compound, 1× SensorsExplosives Station 3
Lure GrenadeGrenade1× Speaker Component, 1× Electrical ComponentsUtility Station 2
Tagging GrenadeGrenade1× Electrical Components, 1× SensorsUtility Station 3
Trigger NadeGrenade2× Crude Explosives, 1× ProcessorExplosives Station 2
WolfpackGrenade2× Explosive Compound, 2× SensorsExplosives Station 3
ShowstopperGrenade1× Advanced Electrical Components, 1× Voltage ConverterExplosives Station 3
Remote Raider FlareQuick Use2× Chemicals, 4× Rubber PartsUtility Station 1
Snap HookQuick Use2× Power Rod, 3× Rope, 1× Exodus ModulesUtility Station 3
Launcher AmmoAmmo5× Metal Parts, 1× Crude ExplosivesWorkbench 1
Angled Grip IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 3× Duct TapeGunsmith 2
Angled Grip IIIMod2× Mod Components, 5× Duct TapeGunsmith 3
Muzzle Brake IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 4× WiresGunsmith 2
Muzzle Brake IIIMod2× Mod Components, 8× WiresGunsmith 3
Stable Stock IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 3× Duct TapeGunsmith 2
Stable Stock IIIMod2× Mod Components, 5× Duct TapeGunsmith 3
Vertical Grip IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 3× Duct TapeGunsmith 2
Vertical Grip IIIMod2× Mod Components, 5× Duct TapeGunsmith 3
Silencer IMod2× Mechanical Components, 4× WiresGunsmith 2
Silencer IIMod2× Mod Components, 8× WiresGunsmith 3
Shotgun Choke IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 4× WiresGunsmith 2
Shotgun Choke IIIMod2× Mod Components, 8× WiresGunsmith 3
Shotgun SilencerMod2× Mod Components, 8× WiresGunsmith 3
Stable Stock IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 3× Duct TapeGunsmith 2
Stable Stock IIIMod2× Mod Components, 5× Duct TapeGunsmith 3
Padded StockMod2× Mod Components, 5× Duct TapeGunsmith 3
Combat Mk. 3 (Flanking)Augment2× Advanced Electrical Components, 3× ProcessorGear Bench 3
Combat Mk. 3 (Aggressive)Augment2× Advanced Electrical Components, 3× ProcessorGear Bench 3
Looting Mk. 3 (Survivor)Augment2× Advanced Electrical Components, 3× ProcessorGear Bench 3
Tactical Mk. 3 (Defensive)Augment2× Advanced Electrical Components, 3× ProcessorGear Bench 3
Tactical Mk. 3 (Healing)Augment2× Advanced Electrical Components, 3× ProcessorGear Bench 3
DefibrillatorQuick Use9× Plastic Parts, 1× MossMedical Lab 2
Vita ShotQuick Use2× Antiseptic, 1× SyringeMedical Lab 3
Vita SprayQuick Use3× Antiseptic, 1× CanisterMedical Lab 3
DeadlineMine3× Explosive Compound, 2× ARC CircuitryExplosives Station 3
TrailblazerGrenade1× Explosive Compound, 1× Synthesized FuelExplosives Station 3
Vertical Grip IIMod2× Mechanical Components, 3× Duct TapeGunsmith 2
Vertical Grip IIIMod2× Mod Components, 5× Duct TapeGunsmith 3

How to find blueprints in loot containers and enemy drops

Blueprints are scattered throughout the game world and can appear in many containers and on defeated enemies. Common sources include:

  • Red and green lockers
  • Weapon cases and duffel bags
  • Golf bags and kitchen cabinets
  • Raider stashes and dead raiders/corpses
  • Special locked or secured rooms requiring keys

Fallen high-tier ARC enemies and hostile players can drop rare blueprints. Checking containers in high-traffic raid areas will increase your chance of finding valuable blueprints.

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Blueprint farming routes for maximum efficiency

Certain farming routes provide reliable access to blueprint caches. Here are key routes:

RouteDescription
Dam cache circuitStart at the southern relay station, sweep three nearby cache spawns within 400 meters, then rotate around the dam structure. Locks and power cells near water treatment buildings enable access to high-tier caches. Loops take 10-12 minutes.
Blue Gate Village runFocus on the Confiscation Room (requires village guard key). Combine this with nearby caches and exit through tunnels to avoid PvP. Ideal for rare blueprint farming.
Harvester eventParticipating in the Harvester event is the fastest way to get high-grade blueprints like Jupiter and Equalizer weapons. Even failing the event awards some blueprints.

How to unlock and use blueprints

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Once you obtain a blueprint, you need to:

  • Select it from your inventory
  • Choose “Learn and Consume” to unlock the recipe permanently
  • Alternatively, sell duplicate blueprints for 5,000 coins

Unlocking blueprints grants access to craft the item at the appropriate workbench with required materials.

Workshop benches and blueprint categories

Blueprints are tied to different crafting stations, each catering to specific item types. Here is an overview:

WorkbenchExample BlueprintsNotes
GunsmithAnvil, Bettina, JupiterWeapons and weapon upgrades
RefinerAdvanced Mechanical ComponentsConverts components; unlocks high-tier gun parts
Explosives StationJolt Mine, Explosive Mine, ShowstopperExplosives and grenades
Utility StationLure Grenade, Light Stick, Snap HookUtility items for combat and traversal

How to manage blueprints effectively

Proper blueprint management involves:

  • Storing valuable blueprints in safe inventory slots to avoid loss on death during raids
  • Prioritizing unlocking high-tier blueprints from events, missions, and faction rewards
  • Building reputation with vendors in your hideout to purchase exclusive blueprints
  • Strategically upgrading weapons using blueprint recipes for improved handling, damage, and reload speeds

Notable mission and faction rewards for blueprints

Many blueprints are unlocked naturally by progressing through missions and increasing your faction reputation. They serve as a supplementary way to collect important crafting recipes without relying solely on farming.

Blueprint examples and crafting materials overview

Here is a sample of important blueprints and their material requirements:

BlueprintWorkshop LevelRecipe Requirements
AnvilGunsmith 25x Mechanical Components, 5x Simple Gun Parts
Extended Light Magazine IIGunsmith 22x Mechanical Components, 3x Steel Spring
Equalizer (energy weapon)Gunsmith 33x Magnetic Accelerator, 3x Complex Gun Parts, 1x Queen Reactor
Jolt MineExplosives Station 21x Electrical Components, 1x Battery
Lure GrenadeUtility Station 21x Speaker Component, 1x Electrical Components

Unlocking these blueprints allows crafting powerful gear essential for tougher raids.

How to farm blueprints in ARC Raiders

Step 1:

Prepare your loadout to quickly loot and extract from raids, prioritizing speed and survivability.

Step 2:

Follow efficient farming routes like the Dam cache circuit or Blue Gate Village, hitting all lootable containers and caches along the way.

Step 3:

Engage in special events such as the Harvester when available for optimal blueprint drops.

Step 4:

Loot fallen enemies, especially high-tier raiders, for rare blueprint drops.

Step 5:

Return to your hideout, use the “Learn and Consume” option to unlock blueprints, or sell duplicates.

Step 6:

Craft new weapons, upgrades, or utilities using unlocked blueprints and gathered materials.


Mastering blueprint collection and utilization is vital to succeed in ARC Raiders. By understanding where to find blueprints—through efficient farming routes, missions, faction vendors, and events—and effectively managing and unlocking them, you ensure access to the best weapons and upgrades. Craft smart, prioritize high-tier recipes, and maintain a balanced loadout for even the toughest raids.