Rust: Fastest way of getting scrap


Monument Raiding

Choose a monument: Target high-tier monuments like Airfield, Launch Site, and Military Tunnels.
Use recyclers: Collect components and recycle them at the monument’s recycler for scrap.
Loot crates: Prioritize military and elite crates for the best scrap yield.

Component Farming

Roads and Barrels: Break barrels and loot roadside crates for components to recycle.
Recycling: Gather and recycle components like pipes, gears, and springs for scrap.

Cargo Ship and Oil Rigs

Cargo Ship: Board the cargo ship for high-tier loot and recyclables.
Oil Rigs: Clear out oil rigs for crates that yield significant scrap.

Base Near Monuments

Strategic location: Build your base near monuments and recyclers to minimize travel time.
Regular runs: Make frequent loot runs to nearby monuments.
Underwater Labs:

Dive missions: Use a diving kit to explore underwater labs for crates full of components and scrap.

Gambling

Bandit Camp: Use scrap to gamble at Bandit Camp. Though risky, you can potentially double your scrap quickly.

Raiding

Player bases: Raiding player bases can yield a large amount of scrap, especially if they have stockpiled.
Quests and Events:

In-game event: Participate in game events and quests that reward scrap.

Vending Machines

Buying and selling: Use vending machines to buy components cheaply and recycle them for profit.