Arc Raiders’ Leaper is a mid-to-late-game threat. Understanding its behavior and optimizing your approach ensures both survival and maximum loot returns.

Leaper anatomy and attack patterns

The Leaper resembles a massive, armored spider with powerful hind legs enabling extreme jumps. It patrols open areas, seeking Raiders to ambush from above.

When targeting a Raider, the Leaper:

  • Leaps to land directly on its prey, dealing massive physical damage on impact.
  • Releases a kinetic explosion if the initial jump fails to connect, shredding shields and health from a distance.

How to prepare for a Leaper encounter

Step 1

Equip a reliable mid-to-long-range weapon such as an automatic rifle or energy weapon; maintaining distance reduces risk.

Step 2

Use terrain and structures as cover. Peek out only when the Leaper lands or during its jump cooldown to avoid its initial smash.

Step 3

Track its movement by watching for shadows or distant hints of motion. A Leaper aiming to jump exhibits a brief wind-up stance.

Step 4

Fire high-damage shots at the Leaper’s carapace immediately after it lands; this is its most vulnerable moment before it can leap again.

Step 5

Once defeated, approach carefully to loot debris without triggering nearby ARC reinforcements.

Loot table for Leaper

Debris type Possible drops
Main debris 1–4× ARC Alloy
0–1× Advanced ARC Powercell
0–2× Explosive Compound
0–1× ARC Flex Rubber
1–2× Leaper Pulse Unit
Small debris 1–2× ARC Alloy
0–2× ARC Performance Steel
0–1× Advanced ARC Powercell

How to recycle Leaper Pulse Units

Leaper Pulse Units are epic recyclables used in high-tier crafting.

Property Details
Weight 1 kg
Stack size 3
Sell price 5,000
Damage radius 10 m

Recycling yields:

  • 2× Advanced Mechanical Components
  • 3× ARC Alloy

Leaper spawn locations and frequency

Leapers appear chiefly in open exterior zones such as the Spaceport perimeter and abandoned industrial sectors. They patrol set routes and respawn approximately every 5–7 minutes in cleared areas.

Defeating Leapers not only tests your combat finesse but also rewards significant materials for crafting and upgrades. By mastering ranged engagement, terrain usage, and debris collection, you’ll turn this formidable foe into a reliable source of high-value loot.