¶ ARC Raiders Shredder Guide: Weakpoints, Loot & Strategy
¶ Shredder Description
The Shredder is a compact, heavily armored drone variant encountered primarily in the Stella Montis facility. It is designed specifically for close-quarters combat in tight corridors and hallways. Unlike standard flying drones that engage from a distance, the Shredder hovers low to the ground and aggressively rushes Raiders to deliver lethal point-blank attacks. Its name is literal—it excels at shredding unprepared players who get cornered in the facility's narrow passages.
ARC Raiders Shredder ingame codex card:
Shredder
When this relentless lump of menace was first encountered at the Stella Montis facility, it left behind a trail of downed Raiders. It was dubbed the “Shredder” by what few Raiders managed to get back to safety; a name that wasn’t so much clever as it was painfully literal.
¶ Attack
Shotgun Burst: When close, it charges up and unleashes a devastating 360-degree shrapnel burst (similar to a shotgun blast) in all directions. This deals massive damage and can down a Raider instantly if caught in the open.
Aggressive Rush: It constantly closes the distance, hovering just above the floor, forcing you out of cover or backing you into corners.
Charge-Up: Before firing, it stops moving briefly to charge its attack, giving you a split-second warning to find hard cover.
¶ Weakpoints & Strategy
Underside Thruster (Critical): Its primary weak point is the turbine/thruster on its bottom/underside. While heavily armored elsewhere, hitting this spot deals critical damage.
Wait for the Charge: When it stops to charge its attack, it becomes stationary. This is your window to either dive behind a wall or dump heavy damage into its weak point.
Use Heavy Ammo: Light ammo (SMGs, Pistols) is virtually useless against its thick armor. You must use Medium or Heavy ammo (Anvil, Hullcracker) or explosives.
Corner Kiting: Do not fight it in a straight hallway. Lure it to a corner or doorway. When it charges its blast, duck behind the wall to block the shrapnel, then peek out to shoot while it resets.
Explosives: Snap Blast Grenades are highly effective. Sticking one to the Shredder or the floor near it can destroy or severely damage it.
¶ Loot
Main Debris:
Shredder Gyro (Uncommon – Key item for crafting/recycling)
Shotgun Ammo (Specific drop for this unit)
¶ XP
Destroy XP: 200 XP
Looting XP: 250 XP per part
¶ FAQ
Where do I find the Shredder? It is almost exclusively found in the Stella Montis map, patrolling the indoor research facility corridors and underground tunnels.
What is the best weapon to kill it? The Hullcracker (Grenade Launcher) or a high-powered shotgun like the Il Toro (aiming for the underside) are the most effective. Snap Blast Grenades are the best utility counter.
Can I dodge the blast? You cannot dodge-roll through the blast reliably due to its 360-degree spread. You must break line of sight using a wall or pillar.
What is the Shredder Gyro used for? It recycles into 3x ARC Alloy and 3x Mechanical Components, making it a decent source of materials, though it currently has no unique crafting recipe use (subject to updates).