The Light Shield is a compact, deployable defensive tool that gives raiders a quick way to block incoming bullets during firefights or while repositioning. Its lightweight design makes it ideal for solo players and fast extraction runs. In this guide, you’ll learn where to find Light Shields, how they’re used in ARC Raiders, and the best farming routes to secure them consistently.
Light Shield details
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Item Name | Light Shield |
| Item Type | Shield Equipment (Uncommon) |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Stack Size | 1 |
| Weight | 5.0 kg |
| Found In | Military / Security Containers |
| Primary Use | Personal shield for absorbing incoming damage |
| Shield Charge | 40 |
| Damage Mitigation | 40% |
| Recycle Output | 4× Plastic Parts |
| Salvage Output | 1× ARC Alloy |
| Best Maps | Dam Battlegrounds, Canyon Crossing, Spaceport Rift |
| Sell Value | 640 Credits |
ARC Raiders Light Shield location
The Light Shield belongs to the military/security loot pool, meaning it most commonly appears in areas guarded by Enforcers, sentry installations, or heavy robot patrols. Security rooms, watchtowers, barricade zones, and checkpoint bunkers have the highest spawn chance.
Dam Battlegrounds
- North Checkpoint Barricades near control tower
- Security Bunkers (water treatment control)
- Guard Towers overlooking power generation complex
The Buried City
- WestVillage Camps
- Outskirts Security Stations
Sources
- Secured loot containers in underground facilities
- Military-grade crates in mid and high threat zones
- ARC-controlled structures with heavier enemy presence
- Defeated elite enemies or raiders carrying utility gear
How to use the Light Shield in ARC Raiders
The Light Shield provides quick defensive coverage during close-quarters fights or retreats. It’s extremely effective for pushing angles, reviving allies, or absorbing initial burst damage.
Crafting requirements (Workbench I / Gear Bench I):
• 2× ARC Alloy
• 4× Plastic Parts → Produces: 1× Light Shield
Repairing:
• 4× Plastic Parts → Restores: +50 Durability
If recyclable, you get:
• 4× Plastic Parts
If salvaged, you get:
• 1× ARC Alloy
Tips for faster Light Shield farming
- Target military and security zones only—civilian areas rarely spawn it
- Focus on Enforcer bases for the highest crate density
- Keep weight low to rotate between hotspots quickly
- Use the Safe Pocket to secure one if farming for crafting materials
- Extract immediately after looting one if playing risky zones
- Farm during off-peak hours to avoid PvP choke points
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