What is the Barricade Kit?
The Barricade Kit is a utility item designed for quick deployment. Its main function is simple: it creates a temporary cover that blocks incoming damage until it is destroyed.
In practice, this means you can set up a barricade to protect yourself or teammates during firefights. Each barricade has 500 health, which is enough to absorb several enemy attacks but not indefinite. Players often use them at choke points or to cover objective zones.
It’s classified as Uncommon, quick to use, and light in weight (0.4 units), so you can carry multiple at once—up to a stack of three. The kit takes just a few seconds to deploy, and it can also be recovered if you need to move or reposition.
How do I get the Barricade Kit?
There are a few ways to acquire the Barricade Kit:
Scavenging – You may find it randomly during missions or in loot crates.
Crafting – Using a Barricade Kit Blueprint at a Utility Station 1, you can craft it if you have the required materials.
Purchasing – Some vendors, like Apollo, sell the kit directly.
If you’re new to crafting, you’ll need the Barricade Kit Blueprint first. Once unlocked, crafting is straightforward and requires just 1 Mechanical Component per kit.
How does it work in combat?
Players often ask how effective barricades are during missions. Here’s what you need to know:
Deployment: Place it quickly in front of yourself or teammates. You only need a short moment, which makes it useful in fast-paced combat.
Damage absorption: Each barricade has 500 health. This is enough to block a few shots from common enemies, but heavy attacks or multiple enemies will break it fast.
Recovery: If you deploy a barricade and then decide to move, you can pick it up after five seconds. This allows flexibility without wasting resources.
Dual-side use: Barricades can be dismantled from either side. This is handy when multiple players are coordinating defensive setups.
In actual gameplay, the Barricade Kit is rarely used as a permanent wall. Instead, it’s best for short bursts of protection or to give you a moment to heal, reload, or reposition.
How do I craft the Barricade Kit?
Crafting the Barricade Kit is simple once you have the blueprint. Here’s the standard recipe:
| Ingredients | Requirements | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 × Mechanical Component | Utility Station 1Barricade Kit Blueprint | 1 × Barricade Kit |
Tips from experienced players:
Always carry multiple kits if you’re expecting heavy combat.
Use crafting stations near mission objectives to replenish kits quickly.
Plan deployments in advance. Randomly placing barricades rarely helps unless it’s covering a direct line of fire.
Can I recycle or salvage the Barricade Kit?
Yes. The Barricade Kit can be broken down into materials:
| Item | Recycling Result | Salvaging Result |
|---|---|---|
| Barricade Kit | 4 × Metal Parts | 3 × Metal Parts |
If you don’t need the kit for a mission, recycling is a decent way to recover resources. Salvaging returns slightly less but is faster and requires fewer tools. Many players choose recycling when managing inventory between missions.
Can I sell Barricade Kits?
Yes. The kit has a sell price of 640 coins. This makes it viable if you’re trying to generate in-game currency or free up inventory space. Some players even prioritize crafting extra kits for the sole purpose of selling them. If your goal is to maintain a steady flow of resources, it’s worth keeping an eye on market needs and sell ARC Raiders items strategically.
Practical deployment tips
Based on common player behavior, here are some practical tips:
Cover high-traffic zones – Place barricades near doors, narrow hallways, or chokepoints. They work best where enemies will funnel through.
Combine with teammates – Barricades are more effective in groups. One player covers with a barricade while another lays down suppressive fire.
Don’t over-rely on them – Remember that 500 health is not invincible. Use barricades as temporary protection, not permanent fortifications.
Plan for mobility – Because you can pick them up, keep a few spare kits to retreat safely or reposition during combat.
The Barricade Kit is a versatile utility item that provides temporary cover, absorbs 500 damage, and is easy to craft or purchase. Experienced players use it to control combat flow, protect objectives, and provide short-term defense in high-pressure situations. Whether scavenging, crafting, or selling, it remains a practical and accessible tool in your inventory.
Understanding the kit’s strengths and limits, and using it strategically with your team, will make it a reliable part of your gameplay in ARC Raiders.
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