The RUST Scrap Transport Helicopter (STH) is a player-controlled aircraft with two seats and a large cargo bay in the rear, which can hold many players. It was introduced on September 5th, 2019, in the Transport Helicopter Update and is the sixth aircraft to be added to the game. It\u2019s also the third aircraft to be officially pilot-able by players and the first to allow for transporting non-character objects, such as the Rowboat.<\/p>\n
The primary defining feature of the Scrap Transport Helicopter is its ability to move multiple players through the air in its open cargo bay. Like the Hot Air Balloon, the rear cargo bay doesn\u2019t require players to be mounted to fly inside.<\/p>\n
Scrap Transport Helicopters, Hot Air Balloons, Attack Helicopters, and Minicopters can be purchased by players for scrap at the RUST Air Wolf Shop.\u00a0Of the four vehicles, STHs are the bulkiest, highest player-per-vehicle capacity ride, boasting higher health and strength, and have shooting slats in the back bay to fight from. This extra capacity comes at a cost; however, the tradeoff is maneuverability and its off-balance frame, making it difficult for even seasoned pilots to handle.How to get a Scrap Transport Helicopter
\nThe RUST Scrap Transport Helicopter can be purchased by players for 1250 Scrap at the Air Wolf Vendor inside the Bandit Camp monument. Each purchased STH will have 100 Low Grade Fuel upon spawning in, so if you have a long distance to get back to base, be sure to bring extra fuel.<\/p>\n
The Scrap Transport Helicopter can hold two players in the front fuselage: a pilot and a passenger. The passenger\u2019s seat is on the right, with the pilot\u2019s on the left. While flying, the passenger will have full control over their hotbar functions, including the ability to swing, eat, med, or shoot. The pilot will be limited to piloting while the vehicle is in motion.\u00a0 Players may stand single file in the cargo bay area until no more can logically fit.<\/p>\n
Although RUST Scrap Transport Helicopters use Low Grade Fuel to operate, a player can push the vehicle much like a Rowboat. Be warned, when pushing the vehicle up or down hills, once it starts rolling, the STH is nearly impossible to stop unless mounted, or it impacts something.\u00a0Never be under one when it\u2019s landing \u2013 you die without the satisfying squish sound from the cartoons.<\/p>\n
Alternatively, you can acquire one of these helicopters by \u201cborrowing\u201d one from the roof of your enemy and cement your future offline raid status. The STH has no lock feature, so carefully guard your new acquisition.<\/p>\n
Anatomy of a Scrap Transport Helicopter
\nLike any other vehicle type, there are specific names for the individual pieces that make up a whole vehicle.\u00a0While some of these aren\u2019t absolutely pertinent to the game or operation of the STH, they might be referenced at some point in this guide.Threats are looming everywhere in RUST, so knowing about and acknowledging those often most lethal and even avoidable is important. The Launch Site monument, in particular, comes equipped with S.A.M turrets (Surface-to-air missiles) that are deadly to STHs, and the APC Bradley is always keen to shoot down low-flying fruit.<\/p>\n
Scrap Transport Helicopters should avoid the launch site in general at all costs. Players can deploy SAM turrets at their bases, so beware of large compounds or bases you notice with Wind Turbines or large banks of Large Solar Panels. If you\u2019re unsure about a base\u2019s anti-air capacity, scout before flying over whenever possible.<\/p>\n
A Scrap Transport Helicopter flying by is an enticing target to any experienced RUST player. The quickest way to put one down is to shoot the pilot in the head or otherwise cause him to panic. The only way to avoid this is to pitch or roll away from where you think targets might be shooting so that the bullets hit the STH instead of your face. If you are in the passenger seat and your pilot goes down, hitting the X key will swap to the pilot seat to attempt to assume control.<\/p>\n
More recently added, the Homing Missile Launcher is designed to take down flying aerial vehicles flown by players.\u00a0 At least with this particular missile type, pilots are given warnings when locked onto, and passengers can throw Flares from the passenger seat or cargo bay to cause the Homing Missiles to miss entirely.<\/p>\n
Lastly, while flying the Scrap Transport Helicopter, players can press the SPACE key to eject from their seat in an inevitable collision or crash. Doing this at the last minute might save your life, so long as you don\u2019t eject too early or too late. Jumping too early, you will experience tremendous fall damage.\u00a0Jumping too late, you will be too close to the explosion of the crashing STH to survive the fire that will clutter the ground. If you\u2019re in the back of the STH when this transpires, there is a better-than-average chance that you are already dead.<\/p>\n
Cargo System
\nThere are two seats located in the cockpit, which require the players to be mounted to the aircraft. The left chair is designated as the primary pilot seat, while the second seat is for the co-pilot. The second seat does not allow aircraft control; however, the co-pilot can wield and use inventory items while in flight.<\/p>\n
Up to twelve players can comfortably fit in the cargo bay, while more than 20 players can creatively cram themselves in. Also important to note, players in the cargo bay cannot mount the pilot or co-pilot seats; this requires being outside the aircraft.\u00a0 However, they can repair or refuel the STH while in flight from the back.<\/p>\n
Fuel System
\nThe RUST Scrap Transport Helicopter can hold up to 500 Low Grade Fuel on a standard Vanilla server. It will consume 1 Low Grade Fuel every 2.5 seconds, allowing you to stay airborne for a little over 20 minutes, consistent with the Attack Helicopter and Minicopter varieties.<\/p>\n
The STH can be refueled while grounded. Be careful; if an active pilot isn\u2019t seated, other players can open the fuel tank storage and steal its contents. They can also hop into the passenger\u2019s seat if it\u2019s empty or the back cargo bay, so re-fuel only in secured locations.<\/p>\n
Refueling When Grounded
\nTo refuel the Scrap Transport Helicopter while it\u2019s on the ground, follow these steps:<\/p>\n
Have the appropriate Low Grade Fuel in your inventory.
\nPosition yourself outside the vehicle on either side of the fuselage.
\nLook between the pilot\u2019s or passenger\u2019s seat and back tire for a red fuel tank conveniently labeled \u201cFUEL.\u201d
\nPress the E key on the fuel tank to open the Fuel Storage screen.
\nInsert the Low Grade Fuel into the Fuel Storage slot.
\nYou\u2019ve now refueled the Scrap Transport Helicopter while grounded.
\nControl System
\nCockpit View
\nThe large separator between piloting a STH and any other aerial vehicle is maneuverability \u2013 this thing operates like a flying tank and turns about the same.\u00a0 It is much harder to fly at lower altitudes between objects due to its size and handling.\u00a0 There also feels like a balance discrepancy every time you fly it, leaning towards being back heavy.\u00a0 When landing, a more pronounced bounce is felt when touching down.\u00a0 Keep these things in mind until you get a better feel for the vehicle.
\nThe RUST Scrap Transport Helicopter can be repaired 30 seconds after it last took damage. This requires using a Hammer and having Metal Fragments in your inventory. Each repair swing will repair up to 51 damage. The passenger can repair the STH in flight.<\/p>\n
As the Scrap Transport Helicopter takes damage, different sections of the helicopter will appear to smoke or catch on fire.<\/p>\n
Around\u00a070% damage, the rear rotor will begin to smoke
\nAt 65% damage, the rotor will catch on fire
\nAt 50% damage, the main rotor will begin to smoke
\nAt 35% damage, the main rotor will catch on fire
\nUltimately, when crashing or being blown up, it will continue to burn as a scrap heap for about 5 minutes.<\/p>\n
Decay Rate System
\nThe Scrap Transport Helicopter starts with 1000 health and will slowly decay over 480 minutes while outside. If sheltered (roof overhead), it will take 2880 minutes before it finally decays beyond repair.\u00a0 Housing this vehicle is probably the most challenging of all aerial vehicles in RUST, aside from the Hot Air Balloon. For convenience, we will include a diagram with a simple heli storage base later in the guide.<\/p>\n
Durability Damage Chart
\nThe RUST Scrap Transport Helicopter has 1000 Hit Points; all calculations were done based on this number. While fire-based ballistics are included, their damage is impact-based only, as this vehicle is immune to fire damage over time. All calculations were done using an LR-300, MP5A4, and Pump Shotgun for the assorted ammo types at point-blank range, where applicable.Scrap Transport Helicopter Garage
\nCompleted Scrap Transport Helicopter Garage
\nAs promised, we\u2019re including a diagram of sorts for a very simple garage base concept that most players with a few blueprints and minor electrical experience can whip together with relative ease.<\/p>\n
To keep things simple, we are including a materials list of everything that goes into creating what is depicted in the images.\u00a0 You are free to change the layout in any way you like, so long as it has (most of) the key components specifically gone over.<\/p>\n
Due to the nature of the vehicle being housed, we have elected to present an open-concept design geared more towards occupying a space within a compound. If you\u2019re in a position to be able to afford this type of vehicle, the assumption could also be made that you\u2019d have most of the blueprints needed for deployables below.<\/p>\n
To achieve the stability necessary to place the roof structure properly, temporary thatch door frames might be necessary during construction. They should be easily removable after the roof is up and attached from both ends.\u00a0Please see the following images for temporary placement, before and after.
\nGiven the assumption that you have turrets up and have included this garage design as a part of your compound, there isn\u2019t necessarily a need to have a functional airlock on your TC and electrical areas unless you intend to keep a lot of loot storage on hand.\u00a0 That being said, a simple garage door and window setup should be adequate for keeping this structure standing and secure.
\nAs far as lighting goes, you will want some in place to ensure that you aren\u2019t accidentally blowing up your really expensive vehicles at night.\u00a0 This landing platform is large enough to fit several vehicles at once, and some extra lighting might prevent nighttime collisions.<\/p>\n
Turrets are more than up to the task of keeping your lavish rides safe from those wall-jumping types hellbent on turning RUST into Grand Theft Auto.\u00a0More than two may be added, but we certainly wouldn\u2019t go with less than that.\u00a0No sense in regretting a little extra electrical work when it could have saved you thousands in potential scrap.<\/p>\n
A Scrap Transport Helicopter Docked in a Garage
\nFrequently Asked Questions
\nWhat happens to fuel when a Scrap Transport Helicopter is destroyed?All fuel inserted into the fuel container is lost on destruction. This is true both of impact destruction and simple decay.
\nDo SAM sites shoot at Scrap Transport Helicopters?Yes, they will shoot regardless if they\u2019re player-owned or monument-based. Keep your distance.
\nCan the Scrap Transport Helicopter fit through garage doors?No, they cannot fit through garage doors.
\nDoes the Scrap Transport Helicopter leave behind harvestable components? Yes, after its destruction and 8 minutes elapsed, any player may use a node-farming implement such as a Pickaxe or Jackhammer to harvest metal fragments and charcoal from the remains.<\/p>\n
As players further push the envelope of game progression methods, game mechanic exploitations, and game admin patience, you can be sure that Corrosion Hour will be right here detailing all of the tools that they are sure to use for these ends.\u00a0 Be sure to check out our Discord for all of our most recent updates<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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