U4GM - Fallout 76 Items Guide: 21 Crafting Recipes You Need to Know
Crafting is a core mechanic in Fallout 76, allowing players to create essential gear, modify weapons, and even build impressive C.A.M.P. structures. Whether you're a seasoned survivor or just stepping into Appalachia, knowing the right recipes can save you time, resources, and caps. In this guide, we’ll cover 21 must-know crafting recipes that will give you an edge in the wasteland.
1. Stimpak
A lifeline in combat, Stimpaks are crucial for healing. The recipe requires:
1 Blood Pack
1 Steel
1 Antiseptic
Farm Blood Packs from creatures like ticks, and always keep a stockpile for emergencies.
2. RadAway
Radiation is everywhere, and RadAway is your best defense. You’ll need:
1 Glowing Fungus
2 Bloodleaf
1 Purified Water
Glowing Fungus is abundant in the Forest and Toxic Valley.
3. Diluted Stimpaks & RadAway
Stretch your resources by crafting diluted versions:
Diluted Stimpak: 1 Stimpak + 1 Purified Water
Diluted RadAway: 1 RadAway + 1 Purified Water
Perfect for when you’re running low on supplies.
4. Psycho
This powerful chem boosts damage output. The recipe includes:
1 Antiseptic
1 Plastic
1 Fertilizer
Psycho is a game-changer in tough fights, so stock up when you can.
5. Vegetable Starch
Need adhesive for weapon mods? Vegetable Starch breaks down into adhesive. Craft it with:
2 Corn
2 Tato
2 Mutfruit
1 Purified Water
Plant these crops at your C.A.M.P. for a steady supply.
6. Gunpowder
Ammo crafting starts with gunpowder. Combine:
2 Acid
1 Cloth
Loot cloth from pre-war money and acid from junk items like coolant caps.
7. Marine Tactical Helmet
This helmet sells well to vendors for caps. Craft it with:
1 Glass
1 Plastic
1 Rubber
3 Steel
If you’re looking to buy Fallout 76 caps cheap, crafting and selling these can be a great alternative.
8. Handmade Rifle
A versatile weapon, the Handmade Rifle requires:
5 Adhesive
4 Gear
3 Oil
8 Screws
14 Steel
Scrap extra weapons for mods to improve your crafting efficiency.
9. Excavator Power Armor
For mining and defense, this PA set is essential. Key components include:
36 Black Titanium (farm from Mole Miners)
36 Gear
54 Oil
54 Screws
10. Ultracite Ammo
Endgame players should prioritize Ultracite ammo. The recipe varies by type but generally requires:
Ultracite scrap
Lead
Gunpowder
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11. Cranberry Relish
Boosts XP gain by 10%. Craft with:
2 Cranberries
2 Sugar
1 Wood
1 Boiled Water
Ideal for leveling up quickly.
12. Disease Cure
Diseases can cripple your gameplay. Craft a cure with:
1 Firecap
1 Snaptail Reed
1 Bloodleaf
13. Grape Mentats
Great for bartering, these chems require:
2 Whiskey
1 Mentats
1 Hubflower
Sell items for better prices with this buff active.
14. Radshield
A stronger alternative to Rad-X, needing:
1 Fluorescent Flux
2 Glowing Resin
1 Stimpak
15. Berry Mentats
Highlights living creatures through walls. Ingredients:
2 Berry Mentats
1 Firecap
1 Whiskey
16. Jet Pack (Power Armor)
For mobility enthusiasts, craft a Jet Pack with:
5 Cobalt Flux
5 Violet Flux
10 Aluminum
12 Adhesive
17. High-Radiation Fluids
Used in advanced crafting, obtained from nuked zones.
18. Mutation Serums
Temporary mutations can be a strategic advantage. Recipes vary but often require:
Stable Flux
Ultracite
19. Advanced Power Armor Mods
Mods like Calibrated Shocks (carry weight boost) need:
10 Violet Flux
17 Aluminum
17 Fiberglass
20. Prime Receiver Plans
Unlock these from Scorchbeast Queen drops to craft high-tier ammo.
21. Vintage Nukashine
A fun (but risky) way to fast-travel. Needs:
1 Nuka-Cola Quantum
1 Vodka
1 Stimpak
Final Tips
Always scrap junk before storing it to save space.
Workshops are great for farming rare materials.
If you’re short on time, some players choose to buy Fallout 76 caps cheap or trade for rare recipes.
Mastering these recipes will make your Appalachian journey smoother. Whether you're crafting for survival or profit, knowing what to prioritize is key.