Rust Scrap / Recycler Calculator
Select components and quantities to see exactly how much scrap, metal, and HQM you will get from the recycler.
Recycler Yield Chart
| Component | Scrap | HQM | Metal Frags | Cloth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle Body | 25 | 2 | 25 | — |
| Tech Trash | 20 | 1 | — | — |
| Semi Automatic Body | 15 | 2 | 15 | — |
| SMG Body | 15 | 2 | 15 | — |
| Metal Spring | 10 | 1 | — | — |
| Gears | 10 | — | 13 | — |
| CCTV Camera | 10 | 1 | — | — |
| Targeting Computer | 15 | 1 | — | — |
| Metal Pipe | 5 | 1 | — | — |
| Road Signs | 5 | 1 | 5 | — |
| Sheet Metal | 8 | — | 100 | — |
| Metal Blade | 2 | — | 15 | — |
| Sewing Kit | 5 | — | — | 10 |
| Tarp | 1 | — | — | 50 |
| Rope | 1 | — | — | 15 |
| Pistol Body | 10 | 2 | — | — |
| Propane Tank | 1 | — | 50 | — |
| Empty Can | 3 | — | 5 | — |
| Electrical Fuse | 10 | — | 20 | — |
FAQ
- What gives the most scrap in Rust?
- Rifle Bodies give 25 scrap each, Tech Trash gives 20 scrap, and Semi Automatic Bodies give 15 scrap. These are the best items to recycle for scrap.
- Do all recyclers give the same scrap?
- No. Safe zone recyclers (Bandit Camp, Outpost) give less scrap. Airfield, Supermarket, and Arctic Research Base recyclers give 20% more scrap.
- Should I recycle or keep components?
- Keep weapon bodies, springs, and gears if you need them for crafting. Recycle excess components, tarps, rope, and empty cans for scrap.