What to know

  • Legendary recyclable item from ARC Queen enemies.
  • Used in crafting high-tier weapons like Equalizer and Jupiter.
  • Can be recycled for premium crafting materials.
  • Found mainly in ARC-controlled zones and Queen encounters.

The Queen Reactor is one of the most powerful late-game components in ARC Raiders, obtained from defeating ARC Queen units or exploring deep ARC zones. As a legendary recyclable item, it’s crucial for crafting advanced energy-based weapons and reactors. This guide breaks down where to find the Queen Reactor, how to use it efficiently, and the best ways to farm it safely while maximizing your extraction runs.

ARC Raiders Queen Reactor details

Item Name: Queen Reactor
Item Type: Recyclable Legendary Component
Rarity: Legendary
Stack Size: 1
Weight: ~10.0 kg
Found In: Loot pool of The Queen (ARC Boss Unit)
Primary Use: Crafting Equalizer (Legendary Weapon)
Recycle Output: 1× Power Rod + 1× Magnetic Accelerator
Best Maps: ARC Queen Arena, High-ARC Zones, Reactor Facilities
Sell Value: ~13,000 Credits
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ARC Raiders Queen Reactor location

The Queen Reactor drops primarily from Queen ARC enemies or inside ARC-tier loot containers within high-risk zones. It belongs to the ARC/Tech loot pool.

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How to Use the Queen Reactor

The Queen Reactor is a legendary crafting item, earned by defeating the boss The Queen.
It serves as a pivotal component for late-game weapon crafting and high-tier systems.

Usage
  • Acquire it by defeating The Queen (boss loot drop).
  • Use it in crafting recipes at the gunsmith/workshop level for elite weapons such as the Equalizer and Jupiter.
  • It acts as a rare “key-component” – you’ll often need this plus other advanced materials for the top-tier weaponry.
Recipe / Requirements
  • You’ll need:
    • Queen Reactor × 1
    • plus the other required materials as listed in the specific weapon recipe (for example: Magnetic Accelerators, Complex Gun Parts).
    • Note: The wiki lists for crafting Equalizer/Jupiter: 3× Magnetic Accelerator + 3× Complex Gun Parts + 1× Queen Reactor → Gunsmith 3 → 1× Equalizer or Jupiter.
If Recycled
  • Recycling this legendary item returns specific high-tier materials rather than generic scraps. According to the wiki:
    • 1× Queen Reactor → 1× Power Rod + 1× Magnetic Accelerator.
  • Because of its rarity, recycling is a significant decision — you’ll lose the potential crafting of the elite weapons if you recycle prematurely.

Tips for faster Queen Reactor farming

  • Target ARC Queen boss encounters for guaranteed drops.
  • Equip mobility gear for quick extraction after boss kills.
  • Avoid early zones — the Reactor only spawns in Tier 3 ARC areas.
  • Use a Safe Pocket slot to secure it before extraction.
  • Farm during off-peak hours to reduce PvP encounters.
  • Bring a high-damage squad to finish ARC Queen fights efficiently.