ARC Raiders Supply Drop Guide: How to Request and Where to Find Call Station

Summary

• • Find tall antenna owners with interactive panels to Request supply drops containing valuable resources like ammo and crafting materials. 
  • You can only call once per station to request supply drops and must compete with other raiders to reach call stations first.
  • There are multiple call stations across Dam Battlegrounds and Buried City, however the exact positions vary each game.

Where can you get supply drops in ARC Raiders? These kits are essential for your survival as it provides you with resources that help during intense extraction missions. You’ll get introduced to this mechanic during the “A Better Use” quest where you have to find a call station and request for drops. Here’s a detailed explanation on how you can request Supply Drop in ARC Raiders!

What Are Call Stations in Arc Raiders?

These structures particularly stand out across the battlefield for resembling tall telephone poles with satellite dishes at the top. They feature a flashing light which only becomes visible when you’re in close proximity, making them easier to spot. You’ll find an interactive control panel at the base of each pole that triggers supply drop sequence. 

However, these stations don’t appear on your map until you enter their vicinity. So you will need to actively explore potential spawn areas to spot these towers. Moreover, the twist is that you can only use these stations once per match. You have to compete against another raider to be the first to claim the drop request. 

How to Call a Supply Drop in Arc Raiders

It is very simple to request a supply drop after locating an active call station. Just follow these steps to complete the sequence:

1. 1. Go to the base of the antenna tower and interact with the control panel.
   2. Then, press the designated interaction key to activate.
   3. Upon activating, it will fire a bright flare into the sky to signal the incoming drop.
   4. However, this will make your location visible to nearby raiders and attract ARC enemies into your area. 
   5. Wait for a brief period so the supply drop lands in your vicinity of the call station.
   6. Breach the container to gain access to its contents. You’ll usually find ammunition, crafting materials, and other survival resources.

Call Station Locations in Dam Battlegrounds

Usually, Dam Battlegrounds has several call station spawn points but they’re spread across the map. Going to the southern region exposes you into multiple locations particularly southwest of Loading Bay. This is where two call stations frequently appear, securing you two loots at most. 

For additional stations, you can head towards the south of Water Treatment Control and east Control Tower near Leaper spawn points. There are also Call Stations in the northern section around the Power Generation Complex. Prioritize this area alongside the southwest of it if you spawn in the north. 

You can also find stations in the jungle area between Small Creek and Testing Annex, as well as Red Lakes near raider caches. Meanwhile, there are possible supply drop locations in the Hydroponic Dome Complex. Alongside, there are spots to find in the Power Control in the south of the Underpass.

Call Station Locations in Buried City

In Buried City, it is easier to traverse between call station locations due to its more compact environment. The Piazza Arbusto and Plaza Rosa appear as the most consistent and reliable supply drop locations in the map. Here’s how to get to these locations:

Piazza Arbusto

1. 1. Go to where the broken highway stops on the map’s east side.
   2. Then, cross the rickety bridge to spot a call station on the rooftop ahead. 
   3. If empty, head towards the Plaza Rosa. 

Plaza Rosa

1. 1. Go to the southwest to reach Plaza Rosa.
   2. Find a station on the northeast corner of the main building.

Aside from these areas, the West Village also features a call station within the southern complex marked by yellow indicators. Additional spawn points are in the center near the highway and eastern buried buildings area.

Rewards for Completing ‘A Better Use’ Quest

Moreover, you have to complete “A Better Use” quest as well to earn early-game weapon attachments. This will enhance your combat effectiveness through its rewards. The Extended Light Mag I increases your ammunition capacity while Compensatory I to improve recoil control. 

Meanwhile, the Stable Stock I raises your weapon stability. These attachments will give you advantage in early encounters and get advanced weapon builds. 

Conclusion

Make sure to know the Call Station locations in ARC Raiders to secure Supply Drop. Among the maps, the Dam Battlegrounds and Buried City offers you the best opportunity to earn supplies. With these, you can complete quests efficiently with the valuable resources available.

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