Monument Tier List 2025

This comprehensive tier list ranks every Rust monument based on loot quality, time investment, PvP risk, and overall value. Whether you're a solo player, small group, or large clan, use these rankings to optimize your monument runs and maximize profits.

🏆 Complete rankings📊 Data-driven analysis🔄 Updated June 2025

Ranking Criteria

Primary Factors

• Loot quality and quantity
• Time to complete
• PvP risk level
• Keycard requirements

Secondary Factors

• Radiation protection needed
• Recycler availability
• Safe zone proximity
• Escape route options

Quick Navigation

S-Tier: Elite Monuments

The absolute best monuments in Rust. High risk, but unmatched rewards.

Large Oil Rig

S+ Tier

Loot Quality

10/10

Time Investment

30-45 min

PvP Risk

Extreme

Key Benefits

✓ 6+ elite crates guaranteed
✓ L96 rifle spawn
✓ Locked crate (15 min)
✓ Heavy scientist loot
✓ Red keycard available

Requirements

• Blue + Red keycard
• Tier 2+ weapons
• 200+ ammo recommended
• Meds (10+ syringes)
• Team highly recommended

Verdict: The ultimate monument for end-game loot. Global chat announcement guarantees PvP. Best tackled with a coordinated team. Solo attempts possible but extremely risky.

Launch Site

S Tier

Loot Quality

9.5/10

Time Investment

20-30 min

PvP Risk

Very High

Key Benefits

✓ Elite crates in red room
✓ Bradley tank spawns
✓ Multiple regular mil crates
✓ Green/Blue/Red cards
✓ High component density

Requirements

• Red keycard + fuse
• Hazmat suit
• Combat ready loadout
• Bradley tank knowledge
• Parkour skills helpful

Verdict: Best land-based monument for elite loot. Bradley provides additional high-tier items. Rooftop control essential for PvP dominance. High radiation requires preparation.

Cargo Ship

S Tier

Loot Quality

9.2/10

Time Investment

Variable

PvP Risk

Extreme

Key Benefits

✓ 3 locked crates
✓ RHIB boat spawn
✓ Elite crates possible
✓ Scientist loot abundant
✓ No keycard required

Requirements

• Boat or heli access
• Combat loadout
• Team coordination
• Map awareness
• Quick response time

Verdict: Mobile monument with top-tier loot. First team aboard often wins. Global announcement creates server-wide competition. Timing and speed crucial for success.

A-Tier: High Value Targets

Excellent loot with manageable risk. Great for consistent high-tier farming.

Military Tunnels

A+ Tier

Loot Quality

8.5/10

Time Investment

15-20 min

PvP Risk

High

Verdict: Elite crates without red card requirement. Linear layout creates intense PvP scenarios. Scientists provide good secondary loot. Exit camping very common.

Small Oil Rig

A Tier

Loot Quality

8/10

Time Investment

20-25 min

PvP Risk

Very High

Verdict: More accessible than Large Oil with great loot. Blue card opens excellent rewards. Global event status attracts PvP. Good stepping stone to Large Oil.

Airfield

A Tier

Loot Quality

7.5/10

Time Investment

10-15 min

PvP Risk

Moderate-High

Verdict: Excellent blue card monument with multiple crate spawns. Tower provides overwatch advantage. Underground tunnels add loot density. Central location increases traffic.

B-Tier: Solid Options

Reliable monuments with good risk-reward balance. Perfect for consistent progression.

Water Treatment Plant

B+ Tier

Loot Quality

7/10

Time Investment

8-12 min

PvP Risk

Moderate

Verdict: Reliable blue card monument with decent loot. Jump puzzle adds skill element. Multiple escape routes reduce risk. Good recycler location.

Train Yard

B+ Tier

Loot Quality

6.8/10

Time Investment

10-15 min

PvP Risk

Moderate

Verdict: Good mid-tier monument with blue card puzzle. Water tower provides tactical advantage. High component spawn rate. Open layout allows various approaches.

Power Plant

B Tier

Loot Quality

6.5/10

Time Investment

8-12 min

PvP Risk

Moderate

Verdict: Consistent loot with minimal puzzle complexity. Good for blue card farming. Central location on most maps. Cooling towers provide unique combat dynamics.

Dome

B Tier

Loot Quality

6/10

Time Investment

5-8 min

PvP Risk

Moderate

Verdict: Quick parkour monument with guaranteed crates. No keycard required. High visibility increases risk. Popular for early-game progression. Falling damage major threat.

C-Tier: Situational Picks

Lower risk monuments best for specific situations or early game.

Satellite Dish

C+ Tier

Loot Quality

5.5/10

Time Investment

5-10 min

PvP Risk

Low-Moderate

Verdict: Safe green card monument with low traffic. Scientists provide combat practice. Good for solo players avoiding PvP. Limited but consistent loot.

Harbor

C+ Tier

Loot Quality

5/10

Time Investment

5-8 min

PvP Risk

Low

Verdict: Coastal monument with recycler access. Good for components and barrels. Low PvP risk due to layout. Boat spawns provide transport options.

Sewer Branch

C Tier

Loot Quality

4.5/10

Time Investment

3-5 min

PvP Risk

Moderate

Verdict: Ultra-fast keycard source. Limited loot but guaranteed cards. Single entrance creates bottleneck. Popular early-wipe destination.

D-Tier: Low Priority

Minimal loot monuments. Only visit when desperate or for specific needs.

Lighthouse

D Tier

Loot Quality

3/10

Time Investment

2-3 min

PvP Risk

Very Low

Verdict: Minimal loot with recycler access. Safe location for new players. Food crates provide sustenance. Not worth visiting mid/late game.

Gas Station

D Tier

Loot Quality

2.5/10

Time Investment

1-2 min

PvP Risk

Low

Verdict: Roadside monument with basic loot. Green card spawns occasionally. High traffic location but low reward. Better as a drive-by than destination.

Mining Outpost

D Tier

Loot Quality

2/10

Time Investment

1-2 min

PvP Risk

Low

Verdict: Minimal loot, mainly crude oil. Safe zone nearby provides protection. Only worth visiting for specific crude oil needs.

Recommendations by Playstyle

Solo Players

Best Choices:

• Sewer Branch (quick cards)
• Satellite Dish (low traffic)
• Harbor (good escapes)
• Dome (fast loot)

Avoid:

• Oil Rigs (team dominated)
• Launch Site (high risk)
• Military Tunnels (no escape)

Small Groups (2-4)

Best Choices:

• Military Tunnels (teamwork pays)
• Small Oil Rig (manageable)
• Airfield (multiple angles)
• Water Treatment (split tasks)

Consider:

• Launch Site (with coordination)
• Large Oil (if experienced)
• Cargo Ship (timing crucial)

Large Clans (5+)

Dominate:

• Large Oil Rig (lock it down)
• Cargo Ship (control seas)
• Launch Site (hold rooftops)
• Multiple monuments (split teams)

Strategy:

• Control server events
• Monument rotation schedules
• Counter-raid other teams

PvP Focused

Hot Zones:

• Launch Site (constant action)
• Airfield (central location)
• Oil Rigs (guaranteed fights)
• Dome (primitive battles)

Tactics:

• Camp puzzle exits
• Control high ground
• Third-party fights

Monument Comparison Table

Monument	Tier	Loot	Time	PvP Risk	Cards Needed
Large Oil Rig	S+	10/10	30-45m	Extreme	Blue, Red
Launch Site	S	9.5/10	20-30m	Very High	Red, Fuse
Cargo Ship	S	9.2/10	Variable	Extreme	None
Military Tunnels	A+	8.5/10	15-20m	High	None
Small Oil Rig	A	8/10	20-25m	Very High	Blue
Airfield	A	7.5/10	10-15m	Mod-High	Blue
Water Treatment	B+	7/10	8-12m	Moderate	Blue, Fuse
Dome	B	6/10	5-8m	Moderate	None
Satellite Dish	C+	5.5/10	5-10m	Low-Mod	Green
Lighthouse	D	3/10	2-3m	Very Low	None

Monument Selection Strategy

Your monument choice should align with your current progression, team size, and server population. Early wipe focuses on Tier 1-2 monuments for cards and components. Mid-game transitions to farming Tier 2-3 for weapons and armor. Late game revolves around controlling S-tier monuments for best loot.