Trying to make quick cash in Roadcraft? Not all junk is created equal, and wasting time on low-value items can seriously slow your progress.
This Roadcraft Construction Depot Guide will walk you through how to sell at the depot, which items offer the best value, and the most efficient strategies for raking in cash with minimal effort.
Roadcraft Construction Depot Guide – How to Sell Items
How to Sell Items at the Construction Depot
Selling at the depot is a straightforward process, but there are a few important steps to remember:
- Drop Items in the Green Box:
Place any salvage or crafted material inside the designated green sell zone. - Access the Sell Menu:
Press ‘F’ while near the depot to open the shop interface. - Sell All Items:
Hit ‘T’ to instantly sell everything in the green box. Easy and efficient.
Note: Only the player who sells the items receives the cash. If you’re playing in co-op, your teammate won’t share the profits unless they do the selling themselves.
- Cargo Must Be Unstrapped:
If your haul is tied down with straps, remove them before selling — strapped cargo won’t count.
Salvage Value (High to Low)
Not all junk is equal. Some items are absolute gold, while others are barely worth lifting. Here’s a ranked list of the most valuable salvage, from top-tier to low-end:
Warhammer Barrels – $40,000
These are the holy grail of scrap. If you see one, drop everything and grab it.
Toy Trucks – $10,000
They look like junk, but they’re incredibly valuable. Often hidden well.
Forklift – $5,000
Common in later zones and easy to spot. Always worth the effort.
Utility Trailer – $2,500
Not too heavy, decent value. Good to grab if you’re already hauling.
Electrical Transformer – $1,400
Found near industrial sites. Keep an eye out while scavenging.
Broken Solar Panels – $800
Lightweight and stackable. A solid pickup for filler cash.
Empty Cable Reel – $500
Fairly common and easy to haul. Worth grabbing in clusters.
Semi-Rigid Pipe – $400
Found near construction zones. Not top-tier, but adds up.
Water Tank – $300
Heavy and not very valuable. Only grab if it’s nearby.
Small Tire (with rim) – $250
Easy to stack and light. Good for bulk runs.
Large Tire (no rim) – $150
Bigger and heavier, but lower value. Only worthwhile if you have extra space.
Insulation – $150
Extremely light. Good filler when clearing out a site.
Small Tire (no rim) – $100
Same as above, just less value.
Graphite Block (from Chernobyl) – $100
Rare but surprisingly cheap. Only worth it for collection purposes.
Resource Value Breakdown
Resources you buy and resell have a small profit margin, often not worth flipping. However, if you’re crafting or converting materials, these numbers matter.
| Item | Buy Price | Sell Price | % Recovered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel Pipes | $1500 | $1300 | 86.67% |
| Concrete Slabs | $800 | $600 | 75% |
| Steel Beams | $2200 | $1900 | 86.36% |
| Composite Materials | $2500 | $2100 | 84% |
While these aren’t usually picked up off the ground, crafted resources are a big part of late-game profit if you manage materials wisely.
Strategies to Make Fast Money
Whether you’re starting out or looking to scale up profits, these strategies will help maximize your haul:
1. Start Small with Lightweight, High-Value Items
- Invest in the Mule T1 truck early — it’s nimble and perfect for collecting scattered junk.
- Prioritize rubber tires and solar panels. They’re light and stackable.
- Focus on highlighted scrap near roads and structures.
2. Graduate to Forklifts and Bigger Hauls
- Forklifts spawn frequently in later maps and are worth $5,000 each.
- Use larger flatbed trucks or trailers to carry multiple at once.
- If you find one, reroute your trip — they’re that valuable.
3. Industrial Salvage Farming (Mid to Late Game)
- Set up near an industrial facility that’s close to a depot.
- Use a powerful crane truck like the Zikz 612C to lift large objects.
- Prioritize transformers, utility trailers, and pipes.
4. Crafting for Big Payouts
- Haul raw materials to a nearby recycling station or crafting yard.
- Mass-produce steel pipes, beams, or construction components.
- Load them onto a high-capacity truck and deliver to the depot in bulk.
- One good run can generate a huge profit if you plan efficiently.
