For a newcomer to Crossout, the best vehicles have the highest firepower rating. Inexperienced players think that the more weapons mounted on the chassis, the better. But this is a big mistake. Such cars are destroyed in the first minutes of the battle because they lack armor on all vulnerable points.
So how to collect a car in Crossout, which will allow you to fight on an equal footing with other players? What should you pay attention to first of all?
How to Build a Best Car in Crossout
It is recommended to follow the following algorithm on how to build a car in Crossout:
- Select the frame;
- Choose the location of the cabin;
- Choose the number of axles and wheels;
- Install basic and additional modules;
- Install armor;
- Install weapons.
Weapons are installed in the last turn. The most important thing is the correct layout of the armor, which will protect all vulnerable places on the machine.
Machine Frame
In Crossout, the frame can be any size. Useful tips:
- Do not use compact frames. As the upgrades increase, the size of the modules to be installed increases. It is possible to face a situation where the frame will not be enough for modification.
- The most stable chassis is on six support points. It is better to choose an elongated frame on six wheels. Such a machine quickly picks up speed: the engine can be installed in the center, closing from a direct hit of shells of enemies. And the technique will easily overcome rugged terrain without the risk of tipping over.
And it is recommended to experiment with the height. Too high position of the frame above the ground provides increased passability, but the player will be more vulnerable to attacks from afar.
Cab Placement
The cockpit size determines the energy the player can store for additional modules. The bigger it is, the easier it is to attack. If the cockpit is destroyed, the player is immediately out of the game, so you need to find the optimal balance. Choose a medium-sized cabin and place it either in the frame’s center or the back.
It does not look beautiful, but this arrangement will protect the player the most. Installed modules and weapons will be used as auxiliary protection.
The cockpit must necessarily be covered with heavy armor. When it is located in the center, then the sheets of metal are placed on the sides. If the cabin is at the back, then you can armor only the rear part: it is where the other players will aim.
Wheels
Wheels should be installed immediately after the cab has been assembled. The best option is six wheels:
- Two in the front;
- Two in the back;
- Two in the center.
The center wheels should not be abandoned because they compensate for the loss of the others. Even if the player loses the car’s rear axle, he can continue moving without losing maneuverability.
The size of the wheels should be selected individually. The bigger they are, the higher the passability of the car. The smaller they are, the faster the acceleration, the higher the speed of movement.
Basic and Additional Modules
Obligatory modules for creating the machine are:
- Engine. It is mandatory to cover it with armor because when destroyed, the machine will no longer be able to move. And a stationary target players will destroy in seconds.
- Generator. It is necessary for obtaining energy. But when destroyed, it explodes, damaging nearby modules. The best location is near the cabin, but between them, you need to place a wall so that it does not damage the surrounding mechanisms when the generator explodes.
- Radar. It is not mandatory, but without it, it is pointless to participate in battles: the player will not see opponents behind the cover. It is better to install it in the central part of the vehicle; you can install it in the chassis area.
All other modules can be considered optional. Their installation is not mandatory but makes the gameplay more accessible and exciting. It is recommended to install the:
- Jack. With its help, you can turn the car over after tipping over without additional help.
- Gun generator. It increases the time of continuous firing before the weapon overheats. In 95% of cases, one volley from all guns is not enough to defeat the enemy; you must wait for them to cool down. But with the gun generator, there are no such difficulties: when you meet the enemy, the player will have enough power to destroy him immediately.
- Acceleration. This increases maneuverability, but it consumes a lot of energy when used. It is recommended to be installed only on vehicles that are too heavy and accelerate very slowly.
- Fuel tanks should be installed under the cabin or the chassis. They should also be covered with reinforced armor, as a direct hit to the fuel tank is enough for a powerful explosion.
Other modules are installed as needed. For example, when playing on maps with deserts, it is recommended to use detachable traps. They are invisible in the sand, and when chasing, it is the easiest option to get rid of the enemy.
Armor
In Crossout, to build a car without armor is suicide. Basic recommendations:
- it is better to use many small and medium-sized sheets than one big one;
- attach each armor plate to several modules at once; it makes it more difficult to knock it down.
It would be best if you also used bumpers. They protect the wheels and frame from enemy fire and allow you to ram enemies. Reinforced bumpers cause damage not less than the main gun and take up little space. They can also hide additional modules: radars, acceleration, and drop traps.
The more armor installed, the better. It does not affect the vehicle’s maneuverability but reduces the acceleration speed. For the most vulnerable elements, such as the cabin, generator, primary weapon, and engine, it is recommended to protect two layers of armor installed in staggered order. The first layer is two sheets, and the second is in the middle.
Another nuance: the armor can interfere with the movement of the main weapon or block the view. This should definitely be checked during the test drive.
You also need to pay attention to the coloring. It does not affect the vehicle’s technical characteristics but allows you to camouflage on the battlefield and fire stealthily from cover.
Weapons
There is no universal advice on the type of weapon to be installed. It all depends on the style of the game, on the player’s goal, on the opponents’ machines. In Crossout, the best machine is the one that meets the following recommendations:
- Light machine guns are better than the starting ones because they spend the same energy but do much more damage.
- Fixed weapons are the most powerful. They should be installed in the front lower part of the frame, which you can partially cover with bumpers.
- The best combination: machine gun shotgun. The first does a lot of damage at a distance, and the second does not allow you to get close to enemies.
- Cold weapons do as much damage as the main gun. You should not neglect this opportunity if there is room for its installation. Losing the main machine gun or shotgun in Crossout is easy, but cold weapons are almost impossible to destroy.
Installing only one type of weapon is a bad decision. Top machine in Crossout necessarily has several guns. And you need to place them separately, because machine guns and shotguns explode when destroyed.
Test Drive
After you have made a car in Crossout, you must test it on the range next to the garage. Pay attention to the following points:
- Whether the installed weapon has a “blind spot.” It would be best to do everything possible to reduce it to a minimum.
- Which armor flies off first? During the test drive, you can attack yourself. It is necessary to note how many shells are needed to destroy the protection of the engine, cabin, generator, and primary weapon.
- Where is the center of mass of the machine? The ideal option is in the center. This will have a positive effect on maneuverability when overcoming rugged terrain. And you need to ensure that the center of mass is not high. This will put you at risk of tipping over, even in simple bends.
If any defects are identified, they must be corrected before testing the machine in combat conditions.
The Best Builds for Beginners in Crossout
In Crossout, the number of machines and their designs are not limited. The main thing is to have enough credits to install all the chosen modules. However, typical designs can be considered the best for beginners.
Tank
Features tanks in Crossout:
- Tracked chassis;
- The primary weapon is a fixed cannon; machine guns and shotguns are additional;
- Most of the space is occupied by the cabin and engine, covered by a massive layer of armor.
The main advantage of tanks is a huge reserve of armor and powerful attack with the main gun.
Minuses: low maneuverability, low speed of movement. And while aiming you need to turn the whole tank.
Sniper
The “Sniper” blueprint is opened automatically after reaching level 7 in “Steppenwolfs.” The basis of the machine is the “Jawbreaker” cab. As a weapon, it acts as an automatic installation “Kavkaz.” Against well-armored opponents, the “Sniper” has the “Clarinet-S” ATGM. The main disadvantage is the small energy reserve of only 12 units.
Flamethrower
The “Flamethrower” vehicle consists of the following modules:
- Cabin – “Blight” or any similar from the light category;
- A “Cheetah” motor;
- Frame and chassis – “Bigfoot,” only four wheels; you can add side bumpers;
- Weapons – “Remedy” or “Plague”;
- Additional weapon – an invisibility module for an unnoticeable approach to the enemy.
The machine is ideal for close combat, inflicts huge damage. But the player on such a technique is vulnerable to the attack of any flying drones, because flamethrowers can not be raised high. And “Bigfoot” does not allow you to install a lot of armor. So the defense of the machine is low.
How to Create a Top Machine in Crossout in 2024
More tricks to help you create a top machine for beginners in Crossout:
- Attach weapons to several modules at once. For example, to the cabin, engine, and frame. So, it is much more challenging to shoot it off the enemy. The risk of remaining unarmed will be much lower. After all, experienced players always start the attack precisely by shooting off the guns.
- For beginners, creating a machine from a few modules is recommended. The number of points received depends on this. Based on this characteristic, opponents are automatically selected. For example, if the player has 3 thousand points, he will fight with those with 2 to 4 thousand points.
- The main thing is the structure points. This is the amount of HP. The more they are, the harder it is to destroy the machine. If a player has 6000 HP and only 2500 power points, he must play with low-level opponents. This means that their cars will be equipped with weak guns.
- By default, the player can save only four cars. Additional spaces need to be bought for real money. There is a trick: temporarily unused vehicles can be moved to the “exhibition.” Thus, the player will get 12 free slots for storing machines.
- Beginners should buy at least one paid package, which requires 650-1500 credits. The player immediately has the opportunity to create a machine for 55 modules. The free upgrade will take about 150 hours of real-time to reach this level.
- When assembling a new car, you can use faction vehicles. There are already balanced vehicles. It only requires picking up a set of weapons for them, installing modified modules, and adding armor. Assembly will take much less time.
There are no universal tips on collecting the best car in Crossout. However, the above recommendations will help beginners avoid the typical mistakes. The main thing is to pick a balanced technique with good armor, average maneuverability, and high firepower.
To create the best car in Crossout it is not necessary to donate. But you will need to spend 2-3 hours for assembly and a thorough test drive.
