<p class="" data-start="45" data-end="525">In Fallout 76, one of the most important resources players need is caps. Whether you're fast traveling across Appalachia, buying rare gear, or trading with other players, caps play a vital role in your survival and progress. To make the most out of your time in the Wasteland, using the right build for caps farming is essential. This guide will break down the best builds to farmFallout 76 caps efficiently while also helping you collect valuable Fallout 76 items along the way.

<h3 class="" data-start="527" data-end="564">Why You Need a Caps Farming Build</h3>
<p class="" data-start="566" data-end="772">Caps farming in Fallout 76 isn't just about running around looting everything in sight. It requires strategy, efficiency, and knowing which perks and gear to prioritize. A well-designed build will help you:

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<p class="" data-start="776" data-end="820">Kill enemies faster for loot and cap drops

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<p class="" data-start="823" data-end="887">Sell high-value Fallout 76 items to vendors for maximum return

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<p class="" data-start="890" data-end="929">Reduce costs of traveling and repairs

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<p class="" data-start="932" data-end="986">Increase your carry weight to haul more loot per run

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<p class="" data-start="988" data-end="1041">Let&rsquo;s look at the best builds to achieve these goals.

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<h3 class="" data-start="1048" data-end="1104">1. <strong data-start="1055" data-end="1104">Junk Dealer Build (Charisma + Strength Focus)</h3>
<p class="" data-start="1106" data-end="1259">This build focuses on collecting and selling loot for caps. You&rsquo;ll be farming areas with high loot density and using vendor routes to sell items quickly.

<p class="" data-start="1261" data-end="1279"><strong data-start="1261" data-end="1279">SPECIAL Setup:

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<p class="" data-start="1283" data-end="1332">Strength: 12 (For Carry Weight and melee options)

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<p class="" data-start="1335" data-end="1350">Perception: 3

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<p class="" data-start="1353" data-end="1367">Endurance: 4

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<p class="" data-start="1370" data-end="1440">Charisma: 6 (To increase vendor prices with perks like Hard Bargain)

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<p class="" data-start="1443" data-end="1495">Intelligence: 5 (For scrapping perks and crafting)

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<p class="" data-start="1498" data-end="1510">Agility: 3

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<p class="" data-start="1513" data-end="1550">Luck: 5 (For cap drops and criticals)

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<p class="" data-start="1552" data-end="1574"><strong data-start="1552" data-end="1574">Recommended Perks:

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<p class="" data-start="1578" data-end="1620">Pack Rat (Strength): Reduce weight of junk

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<p class="" data-start="1623" data-end="1695">Traveling Pharmacy (Strength): Reduce weight of chems to carry more loot

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<p class="" data-start="1698" data-end="1753">Hard Bargain (Charisma): Get better prices from vendors

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<p class="" data-start="1756" data-end="1809">Super Duper (Luck): Chance to duplicate crafted items

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<p class="" data-start="1812" data-end="1868">Fortune Finder (Luck): Increase caps found in containers

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<p class="" data-start="1871" data-end="1930">Cap Collector (Luck): Boost the number of caps in registers

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<p class="" data-start="1932" data-end="1953"><strong data-start="1932" data-end="1953">Gear Suggestions:

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<p class="" data-start="1957" data-end="2009">Use armor with +Charisma mods or legendary effects

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<p class="" data-start="2012" data-end="2070">Equip backpacks with extra carry weight and loot bonuses

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<p class="" data-start="2073" data-end="2117">Carry energy weapons to reduce ammo weight

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<p class="" data-start="2119" data-end="2140"><strong data-start="2119" data-end="2140">Farming Strategy:

<p class="" data-start="2142" data-end="2400">Visit locations like Watoga, West Tek Research Center, Whitespring Mall, and Charleston Fire Department. These areas offer tons of lootable containers and enemies. Sell excess Fallout 76 items to player vendors or train stations to maximize daily cap limits.

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<h3 class="" data-start="2407" data-end="2461">2. <strong data-start="2414" data-end="2461">Scavenger Build (Luck + Intelligence Focus)</h3>
<p class="" data-start="2463" data-end="2659">This build is excellent for exploring the world and picking up valuable Fallout 76 items that can be sold or traded. It emphasizes random loot drops, caps from containers, and crafting efficiency.

<p class="" data-start="2661" data-end="2679"><strong data-start="2661" data-end="2679">SPECIAL Setup:

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<p class="" data-start="2683" data-end="2696">Strength: 3

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<p class="" data-start="2699" data-end="2714">Perception: 3

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<p class="" data-start="2717" data-end="2731">Endurance: 3

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<p class="" data-start="2734" data-end="2747">Charisma: 3

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<p class="" data-start="2750" data-end="2796">Intelligence: 8 (For crafting and scrapping)

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<p class="" data-start="2799" data-end="2811">Agility: 3

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<p class="" data-start="2814" data-end="2853">Luck: 7 (To improve loot and cap finds)

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<p class="" data-start="2855" data-end="2877"><strong data-start="2855" data-end="2877">Recommended Perks:

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<p class="" data-start="2881" data-end="2941">Scrapper (Intelligence): Gain rare components from scrapping

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<p class="" data-start="2944" data-end="2998">Super Duper (Luck): Duplicate crafted items for resale

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<p class="" data-start="3001" data-end="3052">Cap Collector (Luck): More caps from cash registers

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<p class="" data-start="3055" data-end="3101">Fortune Finder (Luck): More caps in containers

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<p class="" data-start="3104" data-end="3173">Chemist (Intelligence): Double the effects of crafted chems (to sell)

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<p class="" data-start="3176" data-end="3232">Ammosmith (Agility): Craft ammo to sell to other players

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<p class="" data-start="3234" data-end="3255"><strong data-start="3234" data-end="3255">Gear Suggestions:

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<p class="" data-start="3259" data-end="3323">Craftable outfits and chems to sell in player vending machines

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<p class="" data-start="3326" data-end="3394">Perk loadout cards for switching between combat and crafting modes

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<p class="" data-start="3397" data-end="3477">Set up vending machines with high-demand items like ammo, chems, and repair kits

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<p class="" data-start="3479" data-end="3500"><strong data-start="3479" data-end="3500">Farming Strategy:

<p class="" data-start="3502" data-end="3704">Hit high-loot areas such as Camden Park, Morgantown High School, and Sugar Grove. Focus on finding rare junk, chems, and weapons. Scrap them for materials or craft new Fallout 76 items to sell for caps.

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<h3 class="" data-start="3711" data-end="3773">3. <strong data-start="3718" data-end="3773">Vendor Trader Build (Charisma + Intelligence Focus)</h3>
<p class="" data-start="3775" data-end="3964">This build is ideal for players who prefer to make caps through player-to-player trading rather than looting. It focuses on crafting and selling high-value gear, mods, and Fallout 76 items.

<p class="" data-start="3966" data-end="3984"><strong data-start="3966" data-end="3984">SPECIAL Setup:

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<p class="" data-start="3988" data-end="4001">Strength: 3

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<p class="" data-start="4004" data-end="4019">Perception: 3

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<p class="" data-start="4022" data-end="4036">Endurance: 2

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<p class="" data-start="4039" data-end="4076">Charisma: 8 (Crucial for bartering)

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<p class="" data-start="4079" data-end="4124">Intelligence: 10 (For crafting and modding)

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<p class="" data-start="4127" data-end="4139">Agility: 2

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<p class="" data-start="4142" data-end="4151">Luck: 2

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<p class="" data-start="4153" data-end="4175"><strong data-start="4153" data-end="4175">Recommended Perks:

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<p class="" data-start="4179" data-end="4234">Hard Bargain (Charisma): Better prices from NPC vendors

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<p class="" data-start="4237" data-end="4317">Inspirational (Charisma): Boosts XP when teamed (level up faster to unlock gear)

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<p class="" data-start="4320" data-end="4388">Science Expert (Intelligence): Allows crafting of energy weapon mods

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<p class="" data-start="4391" data-end="4451">Gunsmith (Intelligence): Improve weapon durability and value

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<p class="" data-start="4454" data-end="4503">Super Duper (Luck): Duplicate items when crafting

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<p class="" data-start="4506" data-end="4559">Contractor (Strength): Reduce workshop crafting costs

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<p class="" data-start="4561" data-end="4582"><strong data-start="4561" data-end="4582">Gear Suggestions:

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<p class="" data-start="4586" data-end="4656">Camp with vending machines stocked with high-demand mods and weapons

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<p class="" data-start="4659" data-end="4724">Use armor with crafting bonuses (like the Secret Service armor)

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<p class="" data-start="4727" data-end="4771">Equip a backpack with Crafting Utility mod

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<p class="" data-start="4773" data-end="4794"><strong data-start="4773" data-end="4794">Farming Strategy:

<p class="" data-start="4796" data-end="5018">Gather rare plans from events like Radiation Rumble, Encryptid, and Scorched Earth. Craft and mod high-value weapons and armor to sell. Stay updated with Fallout 76 item trends in the community to know what&rsquo;s selling best.

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<h3 class="" data-start="5025" data-end="5054">Bonus Tips for All Builds</h3>
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<p class="" data-start="5058" data-end="5140">Use the <em data-start="5066" data-end="5086">Collectron Station with the Caps Collector module to earn passive caps

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<p class="" data-start="5143" data-end="5198">Complete daily challenges and events for caps rewards

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<p class="" data-start="5201" data-end="5270">Check vendors at train stations for cheap high-value loot to resell

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<p class="" data-start="5273" data-end="5321">Always hit your 1,400 cap vendor limit per day

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<p class="" data-start="5324" data-end="5419">Join a team with the right public bonuses (e.g., Intelligence for crafting or Luck for looting)

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<p class="" data-start="5446" data-end="5832">Whether you're scavenging the wasteland or setting up shop in your C.A.M.P., the right build makes a huge difference in how many caps you can earn in Fallout 76. These builds are designed to help you farm Fallout 76 caps efficiently while collecting and crafting valuable Fallout 76 items to boost your income. Pick the one that fits your playstyle and start raking in those caps today.