Free Loadouts in Arc Raiders are a quick-start option that lets you enter a match with randomized gear without using your stash or crafting. Here’s a concise guide to using them effectively. What a Free Loadout gives you

• A random weapon and ammunition
• A light shield
• A small stash of basic quick-use items
• A pre-set maximum loadout weight (usually around 35.0) and a fixed backpack size (often 14 slots)
• An accompanying Free Loadout Augment, which can often be swapped or upgraded later in a match or stash

How to use a Free Loadout

• Start from the main menu: select Play or Matchmaking to choose a map.
• Open the loadout screen for your upcoming raid. You’ll see a tab labeled Free Loadout alongside the standard/custom loadout options.
• Select the Free Loadout tab, then choose Ready Up to begin matchmaking. You’ll enter the raid with a randomized kit generated by the Free Loadout system.
• In general, you can perform multiple free-loadout runs in a session; the system will re-roll the gear for each new entry.

What to expect in-game

• You’ll receive a weapon with ammo, one or two throwable items, and basic consumables. The exact contents can vary per run.
• Ammo may be limited, so prioritize looting AI enemies and containers for additional rounds and resources.
• The Free Loadout augment can often be swapped or exchanged later if you extract with it, so save spares in your stash if you want to re-roll between runs.

Tips to maximize effectiveness

• Use Free Loadouts for early missions or practice runs where risk to your main kit isn’t worth it.
• Loot aggressively after engagements to compensate for limited initial ammo and equipment.
• If you enjoy a specific augmentation, consider using Free Loadouts to experiment with different augments before deciding what to keep or craft.
• Balance risk and reward: Free Loadouts are handy for quick progress, but they aren’t ideal for long-term progression or high-difficulty missions if top-tier gear is required.

If you want more precise, current-step instructions for your platform (PC, PlayStation, Xbox) and any recent UI changes, I can tailor the steps after you confirm your platform and the exact Arc Raiders version you’re playing.