Surveyor
The largest rolling ARC variant, functioning as both a combat unit and network relay. Periodically stops to broadcast signals that coordinate other ARC forces. As damage accumulates, its outer shell fragments into smaller armored segments. When critically damaged, it enters a final ramming mode—rolling at high velocity toward any detected Raider.
Attack Patterns
Signal Transmission
Broadcasts coordination signals that can summon reinforcements.
Shell Fragmentation
Damaged armor breaks into smaller hostile segments.
High-Speed Roll
Terminal attack phase where it charges targets at maximum velocity.
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
Interrupt transmissions when possible to prevent reinforcement calls. Prepare for fragmentation—each piece remains a threat. During the rolling attack, seek elevated terrain or dodge perpendicular to its path.
Weak Points
- Main Core (when transmitting)
- Exposed internals (after shell breaks)
Known Locations
- Open ground
- Relay points
Quick Reference
- Type
- Roller
- Threat Level
- High
- Attacks
- 3
- Weak Points
- 2
Related Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Surveyor in ARC Raiders?
The Surveyor is a High-threat rolling ARC machine, the largest of the Roller category. It functions as both a combat unit and a network relay that coordinates nearby ARC forces through signal transmissions.
How do you kill the Surveyor?
Focus fire on the main core when it stops to transmit signals. That transmission window is your best damage opportunity. As you deal damage, the outer shell will fragment into smaller armored segments that remain hostile, so be ready to deal with those too. When critically damaged, it enters a high-speed rolling charge, so get to elevated terrain or dodge sideways.
Where does the Surveyor spawn?
Surveyors appear in open ground areas and near relay points across multiple maps. They need space to roll and transmit, so you will rarely find them in tight indoor environments.
What does the Surveyor drop?
The Surveyor drops ARC Alloy, ARC Powercell, ARC Motion Core, ARC Circuitry, and the Surveyor Vault. The Surveyor Vault is the unique component exclusive to this machine.
How does the Surveyor shell mechanic work?
The Surveyor has a layered armor shell. As you deal damage, pieces of that shell break off and become smaller independent hostile segments. Each fragment can still attack you. This means the fight gets more chaotic as it goes on. Clear fragments when they pile up, then refocus on the main body.
What is the best approach for fighting the Surveyor?
Interrupt its signal transmissions whenever possible to prevent it from calling in ARC reinforcements. Use the transmission pause as your primary damage window. Keep elevated terrain nearby for when it enters its terminal rolling charge. Perpendicular dodging works better than trying to outrun it in a straight line.