Resource
Bolts
Bolts is a tier 2 material in Outbound, found in Starting Level. Produce Bolts at the Bolt Press from 2× Scrap Metal. Used in 6 crafting recipes, 2 production recipes, 5 research nodes (78 total needed). Essential parts for putting together new workstations while on the road.
Tier
Tier 2
Biome
Starting Level
Type
Material
Source
Produced
Total Demand
78
How to Make Bolts in Outbound
Bolts is produced at the Bolt Press from 2× Scrap Metal. Each batch takes 7 seconds. You first need to download the Bolt Press blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
Bolt Press7s production time
Unlock required: Download the Bolt Press blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
Where to Find Bolts
Outbound Interactive MapNo spawn locations found on the map.
What Bolts Is Used For
Crafting (6)
Production (2)
Research (5)
- Wooden Roofs Variety×10
- Weight Capacity Upgrade 1×10
- Battery Capacity Upgrade 1×10
- Weight Capacity Upgrade 2×10
- Motor Upgrade 1×10
Also in Starting Level
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make Bolts in Outbound?
- Bolts is produced at the Bolt Press from 2× Scrap Metal. Each batch takes 7 seconds. You first need to download the Bolt Press blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
- What is Bolts used for in Outbound?
- Bolts is used in 6 crafting recipes, 2 production recipes, 5 research nodes - 78 total needed across the game, including Wrench 2, Motor Upgrade 1, Flashlight 1.
Last updated Jun 14, 2026 (Build 902)
