Transport Drone
Solarpunk Transport Drone guide: what it does, when to prioritize it, related machines and automation links, and practical player advice.
Transport Drone is a Solarpunk machine or automation part. Transports resources, including routes between islands; after naming it, select it from drills to choose pickup and base delivery.
Quick Answer
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Machines and Automation |
| Player use | Transports resources, including routes between islands; after naming it, select it from drills to choose pickup and base delivery. |
| Best check | Place it only after the input, output, power, and storage route are clear. |
Decoded Gameplay Stats
| Stat | Value | Decoded Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Max stack size | 1 | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
| Recycler value | 1 (Recycler return) | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
| Item type | Electronics | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
| Interaction | Buildable | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
Exact Recipe
| Station | Output | Exact Ingredients | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Crafting Table | 1 Transport Drone | 8 Cobalt, 16 Iron, 16 Copper, 16 Silicon | - |
Unlocked By Research
| Research | Cost | Also Unlocks |
|---|---|---|
| Transport Drone | 1 Electrical Component | Only this unlock |
Found In Loot
| Chest Type | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Phase 6 | High-value material check for tool, machine, or power progression. |
Exact Research Cost
| Category | Exact Cost | Unlocks | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and Automation | 1 Electrical Component | Transport Drone | Transport drones move resources between base routes. |
When To Care
Care about transport drones after source and destination storage are already organized. They are powerful for repeated routes, but messy chests make drone automation less useful.
Practical Use
Transport Drone needs a clear input and output destination. Label the storage first, then add automation so it moves materials instead of hiding them.
Related Strategy
For machine planning, use a four-part check: input, output, energy, storage. If any part is unclear, the machine may create clutter instead of saving time.
Common Mistakes
- Do not place Transport Drone away from its input, output, or power route.
- Do not scale powered machines before adding enough generation and battery support to keep the useful devices running.
- Do not automate a messy route. Clean storage and clear destinations first, then add drones, sprinklers, sensors, or other powered helpers.
Related
Machines And Automation, Automation, Energy System, Energy And Logic