Hornet
A medium-class combat drone recognizable by its twin armored rotors. Typically escorts Wasp swarms or provides air cover for ground units. Its primary weapon fires shield-shredding rounds that penetrate light armor almost instantly. A brief red targeting laser provides the only warning before impact.
Attack Patterns
Stun Round
Armor-piercing projectile preceded by a 1-second targeting laser.
No loot data available for this machine profile.
Note: Drop rates are estimated based on community data. Higher threat machines generally provide increased quantity and quality.
Combat Tactics
The red laser means you have one second to evade. Eliminate Hornets before dealing with Wasps—their stun rounds are far more dangerous. Often found escorting larger ARCs.
Weak Points
- Armored Rotors
- Optical Sensor
- Central Body
Known Locations
- Aerial patrols
- Escorting ground ARCs
- With Wasp swarms
Quick Reference
- Type
- Flying
- Threat Level
- High
- Attacks
- 1
- Weak Points
- 3
Related Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hornet in ARC Raiders?
The Hornet is a High-threat medium-class flying combat drone with twin armored rotors. It typically escorts Wasp swarms or provides air cover for ground ARC units. Its stun rounds can shred shields and light armor almost instantly.
How do you kill the Hornet?
Aim for the armored rotors, optical sensor, or central body. The rotors are the largest target and easiest to hit while it is in motion. Prioritize Hornets over Wasps in mixed encounters because Hornet stun rounds are far more dangerous than Wasp gunfire.
How do you avoid the Hornet stun rounds?
Watch for the red targeting laser. You get roughly one second between the laser appearing and the shot landing. As soon as you see that red line, change direction immediately. Do not just run in a straight line. A quick sidestep or dive behind cover is enough to break the lock.
Where does the Hornet spawn?
Hornets appear on aerial patrol routes, escorting ground ARC machines, and flying alongside Wasp swarms. They show up across all maps and are one of the more common High-threat flying units you will encounter.
What does the Hornet drop?
The Hornet drops ARC Alloy, ARC Powercell, Hornet Driver (its unique crafting component), Simple Gun Parts, and Medium Ammo.
What is the difference between a Hornet and a Wasp?
Wasps are Low-threat drones that fire light-caliber rounds in short bursts. Hornets are larger, tougher, and fire armor-piercing stun rounds that penetrate shields. Hornets have armored rotors that make them harder to take down. In mixed groups, always kill the Hornets first because their stun effect can leave you exposed to the entire swarm.