Vertical Grip III is a rare underbarrel weapon modification in Arc Raiders. It is designed to significantly reduce vertical recoil, making automatic and burst weapons easier to control during sustained fire. This guide explains what the Vertical Grip III does, how the blueprint works, and how most players use it in practice.
What Vertical Grip III Does
Vertical Grip III focuses on recoil control, with a clear trade-off.
Main effects:
- 40% reduced vertical recoil
- 30% reduced ADS (aim-down-sights) speed
In simple terms, your weapon kicks up less when firing, but aiming feels slightly slower. For most players, this grip is best when recoil control matters more than quick target snapping.
General Information
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Item type | Weapon modification (Underbarrel) |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Blueprint required | Yes |
| Weight | 0.75 |
| Sell price | 5,000 Coins |
| Slot | Underbarrel |
The grip is blueprint-locked, meaning crafting is the only reliable way to get consistent access over time.
Compatible Weapons
Vertical Grip III can be equipped on several rifles and automatic weapons, including:
Compatibility matters, so always check the weapon's mod slots before planning a build.
How to Get Vertical Grip III
There are two known ways to obtain Vertical Grip III:
1. Scavenging
- The item may appear as loot during raids.
- Drop chances are random and inconsistent.
- Useful early on, but not reliable long term.
2. Crafting (Blueprint Required)
- The most consistent method.
- Requires unlocking the Vertical Grip III blueprint first.
- Once learned, the grip can be crafted whenever needed.
Most players rely on crafting after unlocking the blueprint, especially if they use recoil-heavy weapons often.
Crafting Vertical Grip III
After learning the blueprint, Vertical Grip III can be crafted at the Gunsmith.
Crafting Requirements
| Ingredients | Requirements | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2 × Mod Components | Gunsmith Level 3 | 1 × Vertical Grip III |
| 5 × Duct Tape | Vertical Grip III Blueprint |
Crafting ensures steady access without relying on loot RNG.
For players who prefer a more predictable path, some choose to buy Arc Raiders Vertical Grip III blueprints from U4N instead of relying on random drops. This can save time if you already know you’ll be crafting the grip regularly, especially for recoil-heavy weapons, and simply want steady access without repeated farming runs.
Where to Find the Vertical Grip III Blueprint
There is no fixed or guaranteed spawn location for the Vertical Grip III blueprint. Like most blueprints in Arc Raiders, it drops randomly from loot containers.
Common ways players find blueprints include:
- Loot containers across all maps, such as weapon cases, backpacks, locked rooms, and hidden stashes
- High-tier loot areas and tougher zones, which tend to have better drop quality
- Trials and special missions that may reward blueprints directly
Because the drop is random, blueprint hunting is usually about running raids efficiently rather than visiting one specific spot.
Tips for Blueprint Hunting
- Loot every container you can safely reach
- Prioritize higher-risk areas with better loot tables
- Run longer raids when possible to open more containers
- Always extract safely, since dying causes you to lose any blueprints you were carrying
There are no map markers or guaranteed routes for this blueprint. Persistence and careful looting are the main factors.
How to Use the Vertical Grip III
After learning the blueprint and crafting the grip:
- Open your loadout or inventory
- Select a compatible weapon
- Equip Vertical Grip III in the grip slot
In practice, this grip makes sustained fire easier to control. It is most useful on weapons with strong vertical recoil, such as assault rifles, LMGs, and fast-firing SMGs. It does not increase damage, but it helps more shots stay on target.
Recycling and Salvaging
If you no longer need the grip, it can be broken down for materials.
| Action | Materials Returned |
|---|---|
| Recycling | 2 × Mechanical Components 2 × Duct Tape |
| Salvaging | 2 × Mechanical Components |
Recycling is useful when you want to recover some basic resources.
When Vertical Grip III Is Worth Using
Vertical Grip III is a strong choice if:
- You struggle with vertical recoil on automatic weapons.
- You prefer controlled, sustained fire over fast ADS speed.
- You are running medium- to long-range engagements.
It may not suit players who rely on fast aiming and close-range snap shots, where ADS speed matters more than recoil control.
