Plan your Rust base progression with the complete workbench calculator. See which items require which workbench tier, total research costs, and crafting requirements. Currently showing 608 items across 4 tiers.
| Tier | Craft Cost | Research | Items | Total Scrap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
No Workbench | Free | N/A | 317 | 125 |
Workbench Level 1 | 50 Wood, 100 Metal Fragments, 50 Scrap | 75 Scrap | 182 | 9,600 |
Workbench Level 2 | 500 Metal Fragments, 20 HQM, 500 Scrap | 250 Scrap | 85 | 8,450 |
Workbench Level 3 | 1000 Metal Fragments, 100 HQM, 1250 Scrap | 500 Scrap | 24 | 6,000 |
"Total Scrap" = total scrap needed to research all items in that tier. Does not include workbench craft cost.
Research your best weapons first. Prioritize guns, meds, and key base components like metal doors.
This is where the game opens up. Semi-auto rifles, shotguns, and early raiding tools become available.
AK-47, LR-300, rockets, and C4 all require this workbench. Research the most impactful items first.
