What triggers Farmbot raids?
Crop raid value from planted tiles — especially high-value crops. Consecutive planting without pause escalates waves. See Raid system above.
Scrap Mechanic Farmbots
Scrap Mechanic farmbots database: raid triggers, Totebot Haybot Tapebot behaviors, loot drops, combat tips, and defense counters for nightly Survival raids.
Base tour and Farmbot night raid — Totebot, Haybot, and Tapebot behavior plus field defense in Survival mode.
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At A Glance
Scrap Mechanic farmbots are rogue agricultural robots — Totebot, Haybot, Tapebot, and the massive Farmbot boss — that patrol fields, warehouses, and roads. This database covers spawn behavior, loot, weak points, and raid counters for Survival mode. Verified July 27, 2026 · Axolot Games · Steam.
| Robot | Role | Threat | Primary drop |
|---|---|---|---|
 Totebot | Melee scout · whip | Low–medium | Components · circuits |
 Haybot | Pitchfork melee · reach | Medium | Scrap metal · kits |
 Tapebot | Tape projectile · ranged | Medium–high | Glue · boards · kits |
 Farmbot | Boss · charge · block break | Extreme | Bulk kits · rare parts |
How Farmbot raids work
In Survival, farming is not passive — planting crops adds raid value to your field. When totals cross thresholds, the game warns "UNAUTHORIZED FARMING DETECTED!" and sends Scrap Mechanic farmbots at night. Waves mix Totebots, Haybots, and Tapebots; high-value farms eventually attract Farmbot bosses that charge through walls.
| Raid factor | Effect | Player response |
|---|---|---|
| Crop raid value | More tiles & high-tier crops = stronger waves | Expand slowly; mini-farm cells |
| Consecutive planting days | Escalates intensity if you never pause | Fallow days reset pressure (partial) |
| Co-op players | Shared farm value on one world | Coordinate defense blueprints |
| Time of day | Night raids on fields; daytime patrols elsewhere | Finish harvest before dusk |
| Biome / POI | Warehouses spawn Tapebots independent of farms | Bring spud guns before loot runs |
Mini-farming vs mega-fields
Split crops across 64×64 cells or separate plots so raid value does not spike from one giant field. The farming guide covers water, fertilizer, and harvest timing — this page covers what arrives when value climbs.
World patrols vs raid waves
Road Totebots and warehouse Tapebots exist outside farm raids. Do not confuse random patrols with raid scaling — both hurt, but only farm value triggers the nightly alarm siren.
Totebot — scout melee bot
Totebot is the most common Scrap Mechanic farmbot — green-headed, fast on foot, low health, melee-focused. You meet them on roads, scrapyards, and as the opening wave of farm raids. They teach spud gun leading and sledgehammer timing without punishing mistakes as hard as Haybots.
| Stat / trait | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Health | Low | One–two spud shots early game |
| Damage | Low | Chip damage in swarms |
| Attack | Melee whip | Close range only |
| Speed | Medium | Catches idle farmers |
| Spawn | Raids · roads · ruins | First contact for many players |
Totebot behavior
Totebots path toward crops and players in straight lines. They cluster — perfect for shotgun spud rounds or sledgehammer swings. In co-op, use them to farm Component Kits safely before Tapebots appear.
1.0 color variants
Chapter 2 adds Blue, Yellow, and Red Totebot variants with tweaked stats and drops. Treat them as upgraded scouts — same priority, higher health. See chapter 2 for new spawn locations.
Combat tip
Kite backward while reloading spud ammo; Totebots cannot interrupt reload if you keep distance. Mounted spudguns on a raised platform clear swarms without repair costs.
Haybot — pitchfork bruiser
Haybot mid-tier Scrap Mechanic farmbots wield pitchforks with longer reach than Totebots. They appear in mid-level raid waves and guard agricultural POIs. Haybots soak more damage and punish players who panic-dodge into corners.
| Stat / trait | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Health | Medium | Needs sustained spud fire or explosives |
| Damage | Medium | Fork thrust + swing |
| Attack range | Long melee | Hits over low walls |
| Speed | Medium–slow | Outrun with vehicles |
| Drop focus | Scrap metal | Good refinebot fodder |
Haybot behavior
Haybots wind up thrust attacks — sidestep and counter with sledgehammer stagger. They do not shoot; use verticality (lift platforms, hay bale towers) to stay out of fork range while firing downward.
Raid role
Haybots arrive after Totebot scouts in escalating nights. If Haybots reach your soil bags, they destroy tiles — prioritize them once Tapebots are dead (unless a Haybot is already on your crops).
Tapebot — ranged tape shooter
Tapebot Scrap Mechanic farmbots fire adhesive tape projectiles — the first serious ranged threat in raids and warehouses. Red-head explosive Tapebot variants appear in POIs; treat any red optical sensor as cover mandatory.
| Variant | Attack | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Tapebot (standard) | Tape shots · sustained DPS | Cover · corner peek · turret |
| Red Tapebot | Explosive tape · AoE | Range · bait · explosives trade |
| Warehouse spawn | Elevated positions | Smoke + rush or mounted gun |
Tapebot behavior
Tapebots stop at range and shoot — unlike melee bots. Always delete Tapebots first in mixed waves. Use vehicles as mobile cover, or ring fields with metal walls with peek holes for spud guns.
Warehouse overlap
Warehouses stack multiple Tapebots on catwalks. The warehouse guide pairs with this section — bring spare wheels, food, and mounted weapons before indoor clears.
Logic defense
Sensor-triggered mounted spudguns (see logic guide) outrange early Tapebots. Add timers so turrets fire in bursts and conserve ammo potatoes.
Farmbot — raid boss & world elite
The Farmbot is the iconic large Scrap Mechanic farmbot boss — scythe arms, pesticide sprays, drill attachments, and enough health to shrug off early spud guns. It charges vehicles, breaks blocks, and appears when raid value peaks or at set POIs. Red Farmbot variants amplify damage and durability.
| Stat / trait | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Health | Very high | Bring explosives + mounted guns |
| Damage | Extreme | One-shots lightly armored seats |
| Mobility | Charge attacks | Do not face-tank in open fields |
| Block break | Yes | Wood walls fail — use metal/concrete |
| Drops | Premium | Bulk Component Kits · rare parts |
Farmbot attack patterns
Farmbots telegraph charges — dodge perpendicular with a vehicle or ditch. Scythe sweeps hit wide arcs; do not repair walls mid-fight unless you have spare metal. Pesticide clouds force reposition — upwind or elevated shots stay safe.
Solo vs co-op
Solo: use hit-and-run vehicles with mounted spudguns and explosive potatoes. Co-op: one driver baits charges while others focus the body from rooftops. Revive downed partners before looting — Farmbots patrol during knockdown.
When to fight vs flee
If raid value surprises you and walls are wood tier, sacrifice crops and flee rather than losing kits on the ground. Rebuild, tier Craftbot, return with crafting upgrades.
Farmbot loot & crafting value
Destroying Scrap Mechanic farmbots feeds the crafting loop. Drops vary by robot tier and variant, but patterns hold across Survival — prioritize fights when you need kits, not when inventory is full.
| Robot | Common drops | Crafting use |
|---|---|---|
| Totebot | Components · circuit boards · small scrap | Early tier upgrades |
| Haybot | Scrap metal · glue · kits (low) | Refinebot input · mid tiers |
| Tapebot | Glue · circuit boards · kits | Logic parts · weapons |
| Farmbot | Component Kits (bulk) · rare parts | High Craftbot tiers · explosives |
Scrapping vs looting
Use the sledgehammer to break destroyed bot husks for extra scrap. Vacuum collectors can auto-gather drops in automated kill boxes — advanced logic farms.
Efficient kit farming
Warehouse clears and high raid nights beat road Totebot hunting. Run warehouses in co-op while one player maintains farm value at home for parallel income — map for POI locations.
Combat tips against farmbots
Weapons in Scrap Mechanic center on Spud Gun variants, sledgehammer stagger, and vehicle-mounted guns. No RPG classes — gear checks are crafting checks.
| Weapon / tool | Best vs | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Spud Gun | Totebot · Haybot | Lead shots on moving scouts |
| Shotgun Spud Gun | Swarm clusters | Close range only — ammo cost |
| Sledgehammer | Haybot · stunned Farmbot | Timing beats DPS early |
| Explosive potatoes | Farmbot · Red Tapebot | Save for boss phases |
| Mounted Spudgun | Raids · warehouses | Elevated firing lane required |
| Vehicle ram (heavy) | Totebot only | Risky vs Farmbot charges |
Ammo economy
Potato crops fuel ammo — queue Cookbot and farm plots before burning explosives. Fries and advanced ammo recipes unlock with Craftbot tiers; see crafting guide.
Armor & garments
Dressbot garments add damage reduction for melee raids. Not required for Totebots, valuable before first Farmbot night.
Night visibility
Place lights and paint markers on turret lines. Tapebots blend with warehouse shadows — brightness is a combat upgrade.
Raid defense counters
Killing Scrap Mechanic farmbots is half the solution — the other half is base layout. Defenses should protect crops first, then players, then vehicles.
Wall tiers
Wood blocks fail against Farmbot charges; Metal Block 1+ and concrete buy time. Double-layer with gap so you can repair inner walls during raids.
Kill box designs
Channel bots into a U-shaped corridor with mounted spudguns and explosive traps triggered by sensors. Test in Creative via mods before importing blueprints to Survival.
Vehicle raid car
Mobile platforms with raised seat, outrigger wheels, and rear-facing gunner seat excel vs Haybots. Keep spare wheels in chest — Tapebots shred tires.
Co-op roles
Driver/bait · turret gunner · field repair · crop salvager. Callouts when Farmbot audio cues start — charge wind-up is audible before impact.
Farmbot raid checklist
- Do01Check crop raid value before planting high-tier fields (broccoli, pineapple)
- Do02Build metal or concrete walls — not wood alone — before night 3 expansion
- Do03Craft spud gun + ammo stock; queue potatoes in Cookbot/Craftbot
- Do04Place elevated mounted spudgun with clear Tapebot sight lines
- Do05Assign kill priority: Tapebot → Haybot → Totebot → Farmbot
- Do06Store spare wheels, food, and kits outside the bot path
- Do07Read farming guide for water/fertilizer timing
Scrap Mechanic farmbots FAQ
Can I scrap farmbots for parts?
Yes — destroyed robots drop Component Kits, scrap metal, glue, and circuit boards used in crafting.
Do raids scale in co-op?
Co-op shares one farm progress pool; raid difficulty scales with combined crop value and player count. Split defense roles.
Which farmbot should I kill first?
Tapebot (ranged) first, then Haybot, then Totebot. Save explosives for Farmbot bosses.
Where do Tapebots spawn outside raids?
Warehouses, ruins, and some road POIs — not farm-value triggered. Bring cover for warehouse guide runs.
How do I beat the Farmbot boss solo?
Metal walls, explosive potatoes, hit-and-run vehicle with mounted spudgun, and Tier 4+ gear. Flee if walls are still wood.
Are there new farmbots in Chapter 2?
Yes — color Totebot variants, Minerbot, and flying bots in 1.0 content. See chapter 2.
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