Get ready to smash your way through enemy defences with the Battering Ram, the unstoppable siege weapon in RUST! Introduced in the Primitive Update of February 2025, this driveable raid implement is perfect for breaking down player-deployed structures and giving you the upper hand. Let's batter up and dive into the details!
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How to Obtain the Battering Ram
Workbench Level 2 tech tree: Invest your resources to unlock this powerhouse.
High-tier lootable crates: Keep an eye out for these treasures scattered across the game world.
Five-finger discount method: "Borrow" one from careless players who leave their Battering Rams unattended. (We won't tell! 😜)
Assembling the Battering Ram
Materials Needed:
Hammer
1000 Wood
500 Metal Fragments
Steps:
Move the Battering Ram item to your hot bar and select it.
Pick a flat spot and press the Left Mouse Button to place it.
Hit the Battering Ram 10 times with the Hammer to fully assemble it.
Cargo System
One seat in the cockpit, but there's room for over 10 creative players! Passengers can repair, refuel, or use the Battering Ram head.
Fuel System
Holds up to 500 Low-Grade Fuel and consumes roughly 1 fuel every 2.5 seconds. To refuel:
Have Low-Grade Fuel in your inventory.
Position yourself near the fuel tank.
Press E on the fuel tank to open the Fuel Storage screen.
Insert the fuel into the slot.
Control System
The Battering Ram operates like a tank. Be mindful of the blind spot on the left side.
Driver Ground Controls:
W: Forward
A: Left
S: Right
D: Reverse
Spacebar: Disembark / turn off the engine
Raiding Controls:
Position the Battering Ram against the target.
Turn towards the lighted panel and press E to deploy the head.
Back Door Controls:
Open the back deployable gate by pressing E.
Towing Controls:
Utilize a horse and back it to the front centre of the Battering Ram.
Press E to hitch the horse.
Repair, Decay & Durability Systems
Body Repair: Use a Hammer and Metal Fragments, Wood, and Cloth. Each swing repairs up to 53 damage.
Battering Ram Head Repair: Use a Hammer and High-Quality Metal. Each swing repairs up to 20 damage.
Decay Rate: The Battering Ram has 1000 health and decays over 600 minutes while outside.
Get ready to smash through your enemies and dominate the battlefield with your Battering Ram! 🚀💥
If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! Happy raiding! 🎉🏰
Looking to add more siege weapons to your arsenal? Check out the Catapult, Mounted Ballista, and Siege Tower too! 😉
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