Vaporizer
A large airborne ARC unit equipped with devastating laser weaponry. The Vaporizer patrols airspace around high-value ARC operations like Close Scrutiny, using erratic flight patterns and unpredictable attack timing to catch Raiders off guard. Unlike other flying ARC with predictable strafe runs, the Vaporizer changes direction and attack angles constantly.
Attack Patterns
Laser Sweep
Fires a focused laser beam that tracks targets with high accuracy and deals heavy sustained damage.
Erratic Dive
Unpredictable diving attack with rapid repositioning, making it difficult to track.
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
Tracking weapons struggle against its erratic movement. High fire-rate weapons like SMGs may land more consistent hits than slow-firing precision weapons. Stay near cover when operating in Close Scrutiny zones.
Weak Points
- Laser Emitter (during cooldown)
- Rear Thruster Assembly
Known Locations
- Close Scrutiny ARC Operation
- Around Assessor landing zones
Quick Reference
- Type
- Flying
- Threat Level
- High
- Attacks
- 2
- Weak Points
- 2
Related Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vaporizer in ARC Raiders?
The Vaporizer is a flying ARC machine added in the Flashpoint update (Patch 1.22.0). It patrols airspace around the Close Scrutiny ARC Operation and attacks Raiders with focused laser beams and unpredictable dive attacks.
How do you kill the Vaporizer?
Target the laser emitter during its cooldown window or aim for the rear thruster assembly. High fire-rate weapons like the Canto SMG are more effective than slow-firing precision weapons because the Vaporizer constantly changes direction mid-flight.
Where does the Vaporizer spawn?
Vaporizers appear during the Close Scrutiny ARC Operation, patrolling the area around the Assessor landing zone. They do not currently spawn outside of this map condition.
What does the Vaporizer drop?
The Vaporizer drops ARC Alloy, ARC Circuitry, ARC Powercell, and the Vaporizer Regulator, a unique component used in crafting.
Is the Vaporizer harder than other flying ARC?
Yes. Most flying ARC like Hornets and Wasps follow predictable strafe or bombing patterns. The Vaporizer uses erratic, constantly shifting flight paths that make it difficult to track. Its laser also deals more sustained damage than standard projectile attacks from other flyers.
What weapons work best against the Vaporizer?
SMGs and high fire-rate weapons land more consistent hits against its erratic movement. The Canto is a strong pick. Slow-firing weapons like the Hullcracker or Anvil can work if you time shots during brief hover windows, but you will miss more often.