The Vulcano is a semi-automatic shotgun in Arc Raiders. It is an Epic-tier weapon designed for close-range fights, with wide pellet spread and strong falloff. To craft it consistently, you must first unlock the Vulcano blueprint. This guide explains what the Vulcano is, how the blueprint works, and how crafting, upgrading, and repairs function.
What Is the Vulcano?
Vulcano is a shotgun that trades long-range performance for reliable damage up close. It works best in tight spaces, indoor encounters, and ambush situations.
Basic overview:
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Weapon type | Shotgun |
| Rarity | Epic |
| Firing mode | Semi-automatic |
| Ammo type | Shotgun Ammo |
| Magazine size | 6 |
| Armor penetration | Weak |
| Weight | 8.0 |
Core stats (base version):
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Damage | 49.5 |
| Fire rate | 26.3 |
| Range | 26 |
| Stability | 68.6 |
| Agility | 70.3 |
| Stealth | 15 |
The Vulcano is simple to use and forgiving at short range, but it loses effectiveness quickly as distance increases.
How to Get the Vulcano Blueprint
There are two known ways to access the Vulcano:
1. Scavenging
- The weapon or blueprint can appear as loot during raids.
- Drops are random and inconsistent.
- Useful early on, but not reliable long-term.
2. Crafting (Blueprint Required)
- The most consistent method.
- Requires learning the Vulcano blueprint.
- Once unlocked, you can craft Vulcano whenever materials are available.
Most players rely on blueprint crafting instead of hoping for random drops.
Crafting the Vulcano (Vulcano I)
After learning the blueprint, Vulcano can be crafted at the Gunsmith.
Crafting Requirements
| Ingredients | Station & Requirements | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 × Magnetic Accelerator 3 × Heavy Gun Parts 1 × Exodus Modules | Gunsmith Level 3 Vulcano Blueprint learned | 1 × Vulcano I |
Crafting gives you the base version, Vulcano I, which can later be upgraded.
For players who prefer to skip the uncertainty of farming and want steady access to crafting, some choose to buy Arc Raiders Vulcano blueprints from U4N. It’s simply another option alongside in-game looting, useful if you’d rather spend your time playing with the weapon than repeatedly searching for the blueprint.
Where to find the Vulcano Blueprint
There isn't a single guaranteed coordinate or fixed spawn point for the Vulcano blueprint. Instead, players have found it in loot containers scattered across specific maps:
- Spaceport — Trench Towers (Spaceport tunnels): Often reported inside red lockers in the Spaceport trenches.
- Dam — Apartments and Pale Apartments trash: Some players have found it in trash containers or apartment interiors on Dam.
- Hidden Bunker event (Spaceport): Community reports suggest the blueprint appears most often during the Hidden Bunker event, where any container can potentially drop it.
Because the loot system is random chance (RNG), the Vulcano blueprint can technically drop from any high-tier loot container on these maps — red lockers, weapon cases, raider caches, and similar containers — but persistence is required.
Night Raids and Conditions
Blueprints tend to appear more often during night raids and under certain map conditions that improve loot quality. While this doesn't guarantee the Vulcano blueprint, running night raids on Spaceport or Dam can slightly improve your overall odds.
Vulcano Blueprint Farming Guide
1. Run Targeted Loot Routes
Focus on maps and areas with dense high-value containers:
- Prioritize red lockers and weapon cases on Spaceport and Dam.
- Clear multiple containers per run instead of checking just one spot.
There is no quest that guarantees the Vulcano blueprint. It only comes from loot containers.
2. Expect RNG
The Vulcano blueprint is rare. Many players complete multiple raids before seeing it. This is normal and part of blueprint farming in Arc Raiders.
3. Extract Safely
If you find the Vulcano blueprint, extraction should be your next goal. Dying before extraction means losing it.
How to Use the Vulcano Blueprint
Once you have the blueprint:
- Open your inventory or blueprint menu.
- Select the Vulcano blueprint.
- Choose Learn and Consume to permanently unlock it at the appropriate crafting bench.
After learning it, the Vulcano can be crafted whenever you meet the material and bench requirements.
Upgrading the Vulcano
Vulcano supports multiple upgrade tiers. Each upgrade improves fire rate, reload speed, and durability.
Upgrade Path
| From → To | Materials | Result | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcano I → II | 1 × Vulcano I 1 × Advanced Mechanical Components 1 × Heavy Gun Parts | Vulcano II | +10% Fire Rate −13% Reload Time +10 Durability |
| Vulcano II → III | 1 × Vulcano II 2 × Advanced Mechanical Components 1 × Heavy Gun Parts | Vulcano III | +20% Fire Rate −26% Reload Time +20 Durability |
| Vulcano III → IV | 1 × Vulcano III 2 × Advanced Mechanical Components 3 × Heavy Gun Parts | Vulcano IV | +30% Fire Rate −40% Reload Time +30 Durability |
Upgrading focuses on faster follow-up shots and less downtime between reloads.
Repairing the Vulcano
Vulcano can be repaired to restore durability instead of replacing it.
Repair Costs
| Version | Repair Cost | Durability Restored |
|---|---|---|
| Vulcano I | 2 × Advanced Mechanical Components 1 × Heavy Gun Parts | +50 |
| Vulcano II | 2 × Advanced Mechanical Components 2 × Heavy Gun Parts | +55 |
| Vulcano III | 3 × Advanced Mechanical Components 3 × Heavy Gun Parts | +60 |
| Vulcano IV | 4 × Advanced Mechanical Components 4 × Heavy Gun Parts | +65 |
Repairing is usually cheaper than crafting a new weapon, especially at higher tiers.
Recycling and Salvaging
If you no longer need the weapon, Vulcano can be recycled or salvaged.
| Item | Recycling Results | Salvaging Results |
|---|---|---|
| Vulcano I | 2 × Advanced Mechanical Components 2 × Heavy Gun Parts | 2 × Heavy Gun Parts |
| Vulcano II | 2 × Advanced Mechanical Components 3 × Heavy Gun Parts | 3 × Heavy Gun Parts |
| Vulcano III | 3 × Advanced Mechanical Components 4 × Heavy Gun Parts | 4 × Heavy Gun Parts |
| Vulcano IV | 4 × Advanced Mechanical Components 5 × Heavy Gun Parts | 5 × Heavy Gun Parts |
Recycling returns more materials, while salvaging is simpler but less efficient.
When Is the Vulcano Worth Using?
Vulcano works best when:
- You fight mostly at short range
- You play indoor or close-quarters routes
- You want reliable damage without complex mechanics
It is less effective in open areas or long-range engagements, where its falloff becomes noticeable.
The Vulcano blueprint is essential if you want dependable access to this Epic shotgun. Once unlocked, it allows steady crafting, upgrades, and repairs without relying on RNG drops. Used correctly, Vulcano is a solid close-range weapon that rewards controlled positioning and smart engagements.
