All 75 Arc Raiders Blueprints Guide (July 2026) Farming Locations

Written By: Varnit Thomas
Updated On: February 12th, 2026

Arc Raiders features 75 unique blueprints that permanently unlock crafting recipes for weapons, mods, utilities, and special items. These valuable items drop from specific containers, quests, and dynamic events across all maps. Whether you’re hunting for the legendary Aphelion battle rifle or need utility items like the Snap Hook, this comprehensive guide covers every blueprint location, crafting recipe, and farming strategy to help you unlock the complete arsenal.

Quick Reference: Blueprint Overview

Blueprint Category	Total Count	Best Farming Method	Drop Rate Boost
Weapons	24	Raider Containers	Night Raid 2x
Weapon Mods	22	Residential Containers	EM Storm 2x
Grenades & Mines	14	Industrial Containers	Cold Snap Event
Utility Items	10	Electrical Containers	Night Raid 2x
Augments	5	Security Containers	Any Condition

Understanding Arc Raiders Blueprint System

Blueprints in Arc Raiders function as permanent unlocks that allow you to craft specific items at various workbenches in Speranza. When you find a blueprint during a raid and successfully extract, you can right-click it in your inventory and select “Learn and Consume” to permanently unlock that recipe. Each blueprint costs 5,000 coins if you choose to sell duplicates instead of learning them.

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The blueprint system is crucial for long-term progression because it reduces your reliance on RNG loot drops. Instead of hoping to find that perfect weapon mod or rare grenade, you can craft them reliably once you unlock the blueprint. This makes blueprint hunting one of the most important activities for serious Arc Raiders players.

Blueprint Categories and Workbench Requirements

Arc Raiders blueprints are divided across five different workbench types, each requiring different upgrade levels:

Gunsmith Workbench (24 Blueprints)

The Gunsmith handles all weapon blueprints and weapon modifications. This workbench requires upgrades to level 3 for most legendary weapons like the Aphelion and Equalizer.

Utility Station (10 Blueprints)

Utility items like light sticks, barricades, and special equipment fall under this category. Most require only level 1-2 upgrades, making them accessible early in your progression.

Explosives Station (14 Blueprints)

All grenades, mines, and explosive devices are crafted here. This workbench needs level 3 upgrades for the most powerful items like the Wolfpack grenade.

Medical Lab (3 Blueprints)

Healing items and revival equipment are crafted at the Medical Lab. These require level 2-3 upgrades and are essential for team play.

Gear Bench (5 Blueprints)

Augment blueprints that provide special abilities and bonuses are found here. All require level 3 upgrades and offer significant gameplay advantages.

Complete Blueprint List with Locations and Recipes

Weapon Blueprints (24 Total)

Aphelion – Legendary Battle Rifle

Recipe: 3x Magnetic Accelerator, 3x Complex Gun Parts, 1x Matriarch Reactor
Location: Stella Montis only, during Matriarch event
Container: Any container during Matriarch event
Special Note: Unlocks Energy Clip recipe when combined with Jupiter and Equalizer

Bettina – Heavy Ammo Auto Rifle

Recipe: 3x Advanced Mechanical Components, 3x Heavy Gun Parts, 3x Canister
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Bobcat – Epic SMG

Recipe: 3x Advanced Mechanical Components, 3x Light Gun Parts, 2x Exodus Modules
Location: The Blue Gate map during Locked Gate event
Container: Any container
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Burletta – Uncommon Pistol

Recipe: 3x Mechanical Components, 3x Simple Gun Parts
Location: Quest reward from “Industrial Espionage”
Container: Not available in containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 1

Equalizer – Legendary Beam Rifle

Recipe: 3x Magnetic Accelerator, 3x Complex Gun Parts, 1x Queen Reactor
Location: Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, The Blue Gate during Harvester event
Container: Harvester event reward
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Hullcracker – Epic Grenade Launcher

Recipe: 1x Magnetic Accelerator, 3x Heavy Gun Parts, 1x Exodus Modules
Location: Quest reward from “The Major’s Footlocker”
Container: Not available in containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Il Toro – Hard-Hitting Shotgun

Recipe: 5x Mechanical Components, 6x Simple Gun Parts
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 1

Jupiter – Legendary Bolt-Action Rifle

Recipe: 3x Magnetic Accelerator, 3x Complex Gun Parts, 1x Queen Reactor
Location: Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, The Blue Gate during Harvester event
Container: Harvester event reward
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Osprey – True Sniper Rifle

Recipe: 2x Advanced Mechanical Components, 3x Medium Gun Parts, 7x Wires
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Tempest – Fast-Shooting Auto Rifle

Recipe: 3x Advanced Mechanical Components, 3x Medium Gun Parts, 3x Canister
Location: All maps during Night Raid only
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Torrente – Light Machine Gun

Recipe: 2x Advanced Mechanical Components, 3x Medium Gun Parts, 6x Steel Spring
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Venator – Dual-Shot Pistol

Recipe: 2x Advanced Mechanical Components, 3x Medium Gun Parts, 5x Magnet
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Vulcano – Heavy Damage Weapon

Recipe: 1x Magnetic Accelerator, 3x Heavy Gun Parts, 1x Exodus Modules
Location: Spaceport during Hidden Bunker event
Container: Any container
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Weapon Mod Blueprints (22 Total)

Angled Grip II – Reduces horizontal recoil by 30%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 3x Duct Tape
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Angled Grip III – Reduces horizontal recoil by 40%, increases ADS time by 30%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Duct Tape
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Anvil Splitter – Splits bullets into 4 (Legendary)

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 3x Processor
Location: All maps
Container: Random drop
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Compensator II – Reduces dispersion by 40%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 4x Wires
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Compensator III – Reduces dispersion by 60%, damages weapon 20% faster

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 8x Wires
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Extended Barrel – Increases bullet velocity by 25%, increases vertical recoil by 15%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 8x Wires
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Extended Light Magazine II – +10 bullets capacity

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 3x Steel Spring
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Extended Light Magazine III – +15 bullets capacity

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Steel Spring
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Extended Medium Magazine II – +8 bullets capacity

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 3x Steel Spring
Location: All maps during Night Raid only
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Extended Medium Magazine III – +12 bullets capacity

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Steel Spring
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Extended Shotgun Magazine II – +4 shells capacity

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 3x Steel Spring
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Extended Shotgun Magazine III – +6 shells capacity

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Steel Spring
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Lightweight Stock – Faster weapon draw, increased recoil

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Duct Tape
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Muzzle Brake II – Reduces recoil by 20%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 4x Wires
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Muzzle Brake III – Reduces recoil by 25%, increases weapon damage by 20%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 8x Wires
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Padded Stock – Reduces recoil and dispersion by 15%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Duct Tape
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Shotgun Choke II – Reduces bullet dispersion by 20%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 4x Wires
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Shotgun Choke III – Reduces bullet dispersion by 30%, increases damage rate by 20%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 8x Wires
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Shotgun Silencer – Reduces shot loudness by 50%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 8x Wires
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Hidden Bunker
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Silencer I – Reduces shot loudness by 20%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 4x Wires
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Silencer II – Reduces shot loudness by 40%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 8x Wires
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Stable Stock II – Reduces recoil recovery time by 35%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 3x Duct Tape
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Stable Stock III – Reduces recoil recovery time by 50%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Duct Tape
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Vertical Grip II – Reduces vertical recoil by 30%

Recipe: 2x Mechanical Components, 3x Duct Tape
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 2

Vertical Grip III – Reduces vertical recoil by 40%, increases ADS time by 30%

Recipe: 2x Mod Components, 5x Duct Tape
Location: All maps during EM Storm, Locked Gate, or Night Raid
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Gunsmith 3

Utility Blueprints (10 Total)

Barricade Kit – Placeable defensive wall

Recipe: 1x Mechanical Component
Location: All maps
Container: Electrical Containers
Workbench: Utility Station 2

Blue Light Stick – Area illumination without position giveaway

Recipe: 3x Chemicals
Location: All maps
Container: Any container
Workbench: Utility Station 1

Defibrillator – Quick teammate revival

Recipe: 9x Plastic Parts, 1x Moss
Location: All maps
Container: Medical Containers
Workbench: Medical Lab 2

Green Light Stick – Area illumination

Recipe: 3x Chemicals
Location: All maps
Container: Any container
Workbench: Utility Station 1

Red Light Stick – Area illumination

Recipe: 3x Chemicals
Location: All maps
Container: Any container
Workbench: Utility Station 1

Remote Raider Flare – Fake downed flare for baiting

Recipe: 2x Chemicals, 4x Rubber Parts
Location: All maps
Container: Electrical Containers
Workbench: Utility Station 1

Snap Hook – Grappling hook for mobility

Recipe: 2x Power Rod, 3x Rope, 1x Exodus Modules
Location: Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, The Blue Gate during EM Storm
Container: Any container
Workbench: Utility Station 3

Tagging Grenade – Marks enemies for 30 seconds

Recipe: 1x Electrical Components, 1x Sensors
Location: All maps
Container: Electrical Containers
Workbench: Utility Station 3

Vita Shot – Restores 50 HP

Recipe: 2x Antiseptic, 1x Syringe
Location: All maps
Container: Medical Containers, ARC Surveyors
Workbench: Medical Lab 3

Vita Spray – Area healing effect

Recipe: 3x Antiseptic, 1x Canister
Location: All maps
Container: Medical Containers, ARC Surveyors
Workbench: Medical Lab 3

Yellow Light Stick – Area illumination

Recipe: 3x Chemicals
Location: All maps
Container: Any container
Workbench: Utility Station 1

Grenade and Mine Blueprints (14 Total)

Blaze Grenade – Impact detonation with flame coverage

Recipe: 1x Explosive Compound, 2x Oil
Location: All maps
Container: Industrial Containers
Workbench: Explosives Station 3

Deadline – Explosive mine with ARC circuitry

Recipe: 3x Explosive Compound, 2x ARC Circuitry
Location: Stella Montis
Container: Any container
Workbench: Explosives Station 3

Explosive Mine – 40 damage in 7.5m radius

Recipe: 1x Explosive Compound, 1x Sensors
Location: All maps
Container: Industrial Containers
Workbench: Explosives Station 3

Fireworks Box – Entertainment item (Cold Snap exclusive)

Recipe: 1x Explosive Compound, 3x Pop Trigger
Location: Cold Snap event only
Container: Unknown
Workbench: Explosives Station 2

Gas Mine – Drains Raider stamina

Recipe: 4x Chemicals, 2x Rubber Parts
Location: Stella Montis
Container: Any container
Workbench: Explosives Station 1

Jolt Mine – 2-second stun on trigger

Recipe: 1x Electrical Components, 1x Battery
Location: All maps
Container: Industrial Containers
Workbench: Explosives Station 2

Lure Grenade – Attracts ARC attention

Recipe: 1x Speaker Component, 1x Electrical Components
Location: Quest reward from “Greasing Her Palms”
Container: Not available in containers
Workbench: Utility Station 2

Pulse Mine – Pushes back everything around it

Recipe: 1x Crude Explosives, 1x Wires
Location: Stella Montis
Container: Any container
Workbench: Explosives Station 1

Seeker Grenade – Targets ARCs only

Recipe: 1x Crude Explosives, 2x ARC Alloy
Location: Stella Montis
Container: Any container
Workbench: Explosives Station 2

Showstopper – Throwable Jolt Mine

Recipe: 1x Advanced Electrical Components, 1x Voltage Converter
Location: All maps
Container: Industrial Containers
Workbench: Explosives Station 3

Smoke Grenade – Smoke coverage

Recipe: 14x Chemicals, 1x Canister
Location: All maps
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Utility Station 2

Trailblazer – Fuel-based explosive

Recipe: 1x Explosive Compound, 1x Synthesized Fuel
Location: Stella Montis
Container: Anywhere
Workbench: Explosives Station 3

Trigger Nade – C4-style detonation

Recipe: 2x Crude Explosives, 1x Processor
Location: Quest reward from “Sparks Fly”
Container: Anywhere
Workbench: Explosives Station 2

Wolfpack – Multi-target explosive

Recipe: 2x Explosive Compound, 2x Sensors
Location: All maps during Night Raid only
Container: Residential Containers
Workbench: Explosives Station 3

Augment Blueprints (5 Total)

Combat Mk. 3 (Aggressive) – Slow HP regeneration

Recipe: 2x Advanced Electrical Components, 3x Processor
Location: Stella Montis, The Blue Gate
Container: Medical Containers, Security Containers
Workbench: Gear Bench 3

Combat Mk. 3 (Flanking) – Faster pistol/hand cannon swapping

Recipe: 2x Advanced Electrical Components, 3x Processor
Location: Stella Montis, The Blue Gate
Container: Medical Containers, Security Containers
Workbench: Gear Bench 3

Looting Mk. 3 (Safekeeper) – Store any item in safepocket

Recipe: 2x Advanced Electrical Components, 3x Processor
Location: All maps
Container: Medical Containers, Security Containers
Workbench: Gear Bench 3

Looting Mk. 3 (Survivor) – Regenerate 75% of downed HP

Recipe: 2x Advanced Electrical Components, 3x Processor
Location: All maps
Container: Medical Containers, Security Containers
Workbench: Gear Bench 3

Tactical Mk. 3 (Defensive) – Defensive bonuses

Recipe: 2x Advanced Electrical Components, 3x Processor
Location: Stella Montis, The Blue Gate
Container: Medical Containers, Security Containers
Workbench: Gear Bench 3

Material Blueprints (4 Total)

Complex Gun Parts – For Legendary weapons

Recipe: 2x Light Gun Parts, 2x Medium Gun Parts, 2x Heavy Gun Parts
Location: All maps
Container: Security Containers
Workbench: Refiner 3

Heavy Gun Parts – For weapon upgrades

Recipe: 4x Simple Gun Parts
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Refiner 2

Light Gun Parts – For weapon upgrades

Recipe: 4x Simple Gun Parts
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Refiner 2

Medium Gun Parts – For weapon upgrades

Recipe: 4x Simple Gun Parts
Location: All maps
Container: Raider Containers
Workbench: Refiner 2

Advanced Blueprint Farming Strategies

Map-Specific Farming Routes

Dam Battlegrounds – Best for Equalizer and Jupiter blueprints during Harvester events. Focus on the Control Tower, Power Generation Complex, and Ruby Residence areas for high-value container concentrations.

Stella Montis – Exclusive location for Aphelion blueprint during Matriarch events. Also excellent for Vita Shot/Vita Spray blueprints from ARC Surveyors and various utility items.

The Blue Gate – Prime location for Bobcat blueprint during Locked Gate events. Multiple augment blueprints also drop here regularly.

Spaceport – Good for Vulcano blueprint during Hidden Bunker events and Jupiter farming during Harvester events.

Dynamic Event Optimization

Night Raids – Double blueprint drop rates make this the best condition for general farming. Focus on residential areas for mod blueprints and utility containers for utility items.

Electromagnetic Storms – Excellent for legendary mod blueprints. Many tier 3 mods only drop during this condition.

Cold Snap Events – Exclusive source for Fireworks Box blueprint and increased drop rates for ice-related items.

Locked Gate Events – Required for Bobcat blueprint and increases chances for other rare items.

Hidden Bunker Events – Necessary for Vulcano blueprint and Shotgun Silencer III.

Container Priority System

Raider Containers – Highest priority for weapon blueprints and gun parts
Security Containers – Best for augment blueprints and complex gun parts
Residential Containers – Primary source for weapon mods
Industrial Containers – Focus for explosives and grenades
Electrical Containers – Utility items and special equipment
Medical Containers – Healing items and some augments

Quest-Exclusive Blueprints

Several blueprints can only be obtained through specific quests:

The Major’s Footlocker – Rewards Hullcracker and Launcher Ammo blueprints Industrial Espionage – Grants Burletta blueprint Greasing Her Palms – Unlocks Lure Grenade blueprint Sparks Fly – Provides Trigger Nade blueprint

These quests should be prioritized as they guarantee blueprint rewards that cannot be obtained through random drops.

Community Resources and Official Channels

For the most up-to-date information on blueprint locations and community discoveries, join the official Arc Raiders Discord server where players share real-time findings and farming strategies. The Arc Raiders subreddit is also excellent for community discussions and blueprint hunting tips.

Official patch notes and updates are regularly posted on the Arc Raiders official website, where you can find information about new blueprint additions or changes to drop rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many blueprints are in Arc Raiders?

There are 75 total blueprints in Arc Raiders as of the current 2026 update, though only 68 are confirmed to be actively dropping in the game. The remaining blueprints may be reserved for future content updates.

What’s the fastest way to farm blueprints?

Night Raids offer double blueprint drop rates, making them the most efficient farming condition. Focus on maps with high container density like Dam Battlegrounds, and prioritize Raider Containers for weapons and Security Containers for augments.

Can blueprint locations change?

Yes, blueprint locations and drop rates can be adjusted by developers in updates. Always check the official Arc Raiders Discord and patch notes for the most current information.

Do blueprints expire?

Blueprints do not expire once learned, but they take up inventory space until you extract and learn them. Make sure to extract safely with any blueprints you find.

Can I trade blueprints with other players?

You can gift duplicate blueprints to friends during raids by dropping the item for them to pick up, but you cannot directly trade blueprints through the inventory system.

What should I do with duplicate blueprints?

Duplicate blueprints can be sold for 5,000 coins each or donated to your Expedition once you reach the fifth step. Some players also keep extras to gift to friends who need them.

Are some blueprints rarer than others?

Yes, legendary weapon blueprints like Aphelion, Equalizer, and Jupiter are significantly rarer than common utility items. Quest-exclusive blueprints like Hullcracker are also very rare since they have limited acquisition methods.

Do blueprint drop rates vary by map?

Yes, certain blueprints only drop on specific maps or during specific events. For example, Aphelion only drops on Stella Montis during Matriarch events, while Equalizer only drops during Harvester events.

Can I get blueprints from Trials?

All blueprints in the general loot pool can be obtained as Trial rewards, making Trials an excellent way to target specific blueprints you’re missing.

What’s the best workbench to upgrade first?

The Gunsmith Workbench should be prioritized since it has the most blueprints (24) and includes essential weapons and mods. The Utility Station is also valuable early on for quality-of-life items.

Varnit Thomas

A hardware geek and casual gamer from Bengaluru, I’ve always been fascinated by what makes a PC tick. When I’m not tinkering with setups or testing peripherals, I’m busy exploring games like Elden Ring or GTA Online. I believe great tech fuels even greater adventures.