Timed Explosive Charge (C4)

The Timed Explosive Charge (C4) is one of the most powerful explosives in Rust, commonly used for raiding player-built structures. It is designed to deliver high and consistent damage, making it a reliable choice when precision and speed are important.

Unlike less consistent explosives such as Satchel Charges, C4 behaves in a predictable way. When thrown, it attaches directly to walls, doors, floors, or deployable items. Once placed, it automatically arms and detonates after a short delay, without any chance of failure.

C4 deals significant damage to the exact surface it is attached to, making it highly effective for targeted breaches. Its reliability and destructive power make it one of the preferred options for raiding, especially when dealing with stronger structures or time-sensitive situations.

Damage and Behavior

Deals very high explosive damage to structures
Sticks to walls, doors, floors, and deployables
Arms automatically after being placed
Detonates after a short and consistent delay
Does not fail or require manual interaction
Damage is focused on the attached surface
Highly reliable compared to other explosives

Recommended Usage

Mid to late-game raiding
Breaching high-tier doors and walls
Fast and precise entry during online raids
Situations where reliability is critical

Pros and Cons

Pros

Extremely reliable and consistent
High damage output
Easy to use with predictable behavior
Ideal for targeted raids

Cons

Requires access to higher-tier resources
Less flexible for area damage compared to rockets
Overkill for low-tier structures