Can be recycled into crafting materials.
Rusted Gear is a Rare item that can be recycled into crafting materials.
It’s used to upgrade the Gunsmith.
Sources
- Scavenging
- Car Hoods
- Buses
- Mobile Generators
- Metal Breach Crates
- Car Tool Cabinets
- Industrial Drawers
Because of how many cars and buses are packed into them, The Blue Gate areas Checkpoint and Warehouse are among the most reliable spots for finding Rusted Gears. The downside is that these zones also attract a lot of players and have strong ARC activity, so it helps to come prepared. Upgraded breaching gear is recommended, and you should bring tools that let you disengage fast, such as Adrenaline, Zip Lines, and Smoke Grenades.
Other places where Rusted Gears commonly show up include:
- Dam Battlegrounds: Scrap Yard, Hydroponic Dome / Power Generation Complexes, Water Treatment Control
- Spaceport: Rocket Assembly, Vehicle Maintenance
- Buried City: Parking Garage, Warehouse
Rusted Gears can spawn across many locations on every map, so the best approach is simple. Prioritize areas with plenty of source containers and clear them thoroughly.
Even though the item is marked as Rare, it tends to be an extremely uncommon spawn. For that reason, consider running a non-free augment, or even no augment at all, so you can keep a Safe Pocket available and secure the gear if you get knocked out.
Workshop Upgrade
| Cost | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 3x Rusted Gear 5x Advanced Mechanical Components 4x Sentinel Firing Core | Gunsmith 2 | Gunsmith 3 |
Recycled & Salvaged Material
| Item | Recycling results | Salvaging results |
|---|---|---|
| Rusted Gear | 4x Metal Parts 2x Mechanical Components | 12x Metal Parts |
