Rust Tier 3 (Workbench Level 3) Tech Tree

Key items you can unlock at Workbench Level 3 via the tech tree, with scrap costs. Research the essentials first, then branch out.

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3

Item	Research (Scrap)	Tech Tree (Scrap)
8x Zoom ScopeComponents	60	60
Armored Cockpit Vehicle ModuleComponents	60	60
Armored Ladder HatchBuilding	60	60
Armored Passenger Vehicle ModuleComponents	60	60
Armored Triangle Ladder HatchBuilding	60	60
Explosive 5.56 Rifle AmmoAmmunition	60	60
HV 5.56 Rifle AmmoAmmunition	60	60
Incendiary 5.56 Rifle AmmoAmmunition	60	60
Reinforced Glass WindowBuilding	60	60
RocketAmmunition	60	60
SKSWeapons	60	60
Weapon LasersightComponents	60	60
Armored DoorBuilding	120	120
Armored Double DoorBuilding	120	120
Assault RifleWeapons	120	120
Bolt Action RifleWeapons	120	120
HMLMGWeapons	120	120
Metal Chest PlateClothing	120	120
Metal FacemaskClothing	120	120
MP5A4Weapons	120	120
Timed Explosive ChargeTools	120	120
ExplosivesComponents	500	500
GearsComponents	60	—
Metal PipeComponents	60	—
Metal SpringComponents	60	—
Road SignsComponents	30	—
Sewing KitComponents	30	—

Costs are from the current-build item data. Research at a Research Table with a found item, or unlock directly through the workbench tech tree with scrap.

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