Radial Press is an Epic crafting material in ARC Raiders that players can find on Pendola Pass. Almatera Station is the main area to search, with useful spots inside its second-floor storage room and parked train cars. You need three Radial Presses to upgrade the Gunsmith from Level 3 to Level 4, making this material important for weapon amplification progression.
What Is Radial Press Used For
Radial Press is an Epic Topside Material introduced with the Frozen Trail update. It has Industrial and Mechanical loot tags, weighs 0.5 kg, and stacks up to three.
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Category | Topside Material |
| Loot Tags | Industrial, Mechanical |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Stack Size | 3 |
| Sell Value | 3,000 Raider Coins |
| Recycle | 1 Advanced Mechanical Component |
| Salvage | 1 Mechanical Component |
Its main use is upgrading the Gunsmith from Level 3 to Level 4. The required materials are:
| Upgrade Material | Required Amount |
|---|---|
| Radial Press | 3 |
| Magnetic Accelerator | 3 |
| Emperor Modulator | 1 |
Gunsmith Level 4 is part of the weapon amplification progression. You will also need the required Outpost and Research Station levels to access amplification options.
Radial Press has no crafting blueprint, so you must find it during raids and extract with it. Keep three copies for the Gunsmith upgrade before using any extras for other purposes.
Best Radial Press Locations on Pendola Pass
Almatera Station – Second-Floor Shelves
Almatera Station is the main farming destination. Search the second-floor storage room, especially the metal shelves and storage racks. Check each row carefully because Radial Press can appear as loose loot rather than inside containers.
Take the escalators upstairs and inspect the shelves before moving to the lower floor.
Almatera Station – Parked Train Cars
The parked passenger trains around Almatera Station are another useful search area. Walk through the carriages and check the small tables and seats in each section.
These spots are easy to overlook when moving quickly, so inspect the interior before leaving the station.
Porta Benvenuti
Porta Benvenuti has additional reported Radial Press spawn points. Check the area when your starting position or extraction route takes you nearby. Almatera Station should remain your main priority because it has more reported search locations.
Storm Huts During a Flash Freeze
Storm Huts offer another opportunity to find Radial Press during a Flash Freeze. They become accessible after the raid passes the 25-minute mark.
Watch your map for an active hut marker. When you approach, look for the red beacon on its roof and listen for the nearby radio broadcast. Once the shelter opens, search its shelves and other loot areas.
Other Raiders may also head toward the same shelter, so check the surrounding area before entering. If you find a Radial Press, secure it and plan your extraction.
Efficient Radial Press Farming Route
Pendola Pass unlocks after 25 rounds played. Once you have access to the map, use this route to search the main locations without spending too much time in one area.
- Check your inventory: Leave enough space for Radial Press and other materials. Bring a reliable weapon, ammunition, and healing supplies.
- Head to Almatera Station: Choose a safe approach based on your starting position and the tactical map.
- Search the second floor: Inspect the metal shelves and storage racks in the upper-floor room.
- Check the train cars: Search the parked passenger carriages, including tables and seats.
- Visit Porta Benvenuti: Check its reported spawn points if the detour fits your route.
- Search Storm Huts during a Flash Freeze: If a hut opens nearby after the 25-minute mark, check it for additional materials.
- Extract with your loot: Return safely and confirm that the Radial Press has reached your stash before starting another run.
Loot is not guaranteed at every location. Yellow and red loot zones on the tactical map can help you choose areas to search, but they do not guarantee a Radial Press.
How to Upgrade the Gunsmith to Level 4
The Gunsmith Level 3 to Level 4 upgrade requires three Radial Presses, three Magnetic Accelerators, and one Emperor Modulator.
Follow these steps:
- Collect three Radial Presses on Pendola Pass.
- Gather three Magnetic Accelerators.
- Obtain one Emperor Modulator through the Fallen Emperor progression.
- Return to your Outpost and open the Gunsmith upgrade screen.
- Check the required materials and confirm the Level 4 upgrade when available.
The Emperor Modulator may require a separate expedition, so you do not need to collect every upgrade material during the same Pendola Pass run.
After upgrading the Gunsmith, check your Outpost and Research Station levels before attempting weapon amplification. You will also need the appropriate Amplification Module for the weapon you want to improve.
Loadout Tips for Pendola Pass
A simple loadout is usually enough for a Radial Press run. Bring a weapon you can handle comfortably around buildings and train cars, along with enough ammunition and healing supplies for unexpected encounters.
Inside Almatera Station, check corners and listen for nearby players before entering narrow areas. If another squad contests the building, use cover and decide whether continuing the fight is worth the risk.
During a Flash Freeze, identify a nearby building or shelter before approaching a Storm Hut. This gives you another option if other Raiders reach the shelter first.
Managing ARC Raiders Coins and Upgrade Materials
Radial Press sells for 3,000 Raider Coins, but its value as an upgrade material makes it worth keeping until you have the three required copies. Once your Gunsmith upgrade is complete, you can decide whether to recycle, salvage, or sell any extras.
Keep your ARC Raiders Coins available for equipment and other progression needs while working toward the upgrade. Players comparing resource options may also consider ARC Coins for sale when planning their wider in-game budget.
Why You May Not Find Radial Press
Radial Press does not appear at every possible spawn point in every raid. Almatera Station has the highest concentration of reported locations, but other loot can appear on the shelves and train-car tables.
If your first search produces nothing, check the remaining train cars or visit Porta Benvenuti if it fits your route. Storm Huts can provide another opportunity during a Flash Freeze.
If you already have three Radial Presses but cannot upgrade the Gunsmith, check your Magnetic Accelerators, Emperor Modulator, and current Gunsmith level. Weapon amplification also has separate Outpost, Research Station, and module requirements.
For a focused farming run, prioritize the second-floor shelves at Almatera Station, search the parked train cars, and use Storm Huts as a secondary option. Extract with each Radial Press you find until your stash contains all three required for Gunsmith Level 4.
