Armored Core 6: All Mech Parts [Explained]

In Armored Core 6, Mech parts refer to all the components required to assemble your build. These include Head, Core, Arms, Arms Units, Legs, Back Units, Generator, Booster, FCS, and Expansions.

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Key Takeaways

• Armored Core 6 has ten different components for your Mech.
• These components are the Head, Core, Arms, Arms Units, Legs, Back Units, Generator, Booster, FCS, and Expansions.
• Components can be bought, found in chests, or automatically given to you.

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Armored Core 6 offers numerous customizable parts for your Mech. All of them can be obtained through the in-game shop, chests, or automatically given to you. A wide variety of these parts is available, so finding them can be a tall task.

Each part has its different stats and is helpful in different situations. We have managed to collect and compile all the Mech parts divided into each of its categories in the list below.

Head Parts

The head unit is the main screen for pilots to watch the Armor Core and see the onboard camera. There are different types of head units, some with antennas to improve radar Armored Core 6; there are a variety of Heads to choose from for your Mech. Every head part has unique effects and abilities that affect your AC’s performance in combat.

Additionally, some Heads can improve tracking capabilities, making it easier to keep a lock on fast-moving targets. Other heads can enhance your scanning ability to find enemies and make your Armored Core more challenging against enemy attacks. Alternatively, it can improve your weapon accuracy, helping you land precise shots on your enemies.

They can also influence your movement speed, changing how easily you can move through the terrain and outplay opponents. A Head’s weight affects agility and stability, but its System Recovery capabilities impact repair time. Choosing the right Head is crucial for quick repairs.

You will need to compare the strengths and weaknesses of each Head type and then choose what is best for your playstyle. This choice will be necessary for your gameplay experience. All of the available Head parts are as follows;

Head Part	Armor Points	Attitude Stability	System Recovery	Weight	EN Load
AH-J-124 BASHO	1250	370	68	4600	95
AH-J-124/RC	1000	302	60	4250	95
HD-011 MELANDER	910	400	110	3160	135
HD-033M VERRILL	1080	469	107	3830	240
HD-012 MELANDER C3	970	416	95	3300	165
DF-HD-08 TIAN-QIANG	320	97	50	1230	88
VP-44S	850	378	112	3080	148
VP-44D	880	521	100	3260	177
NACHTREIHER/44E	590	422	92	2320	210
KASUAR/44Z	400	498	108	2590	254
VE-44A	1060	393	104	3640	182
VE-44B	1040	435	154	4320	265
HC-2000 FINDER EYE	660	346	98	2670	125
HC-2000/BC SHADE EYE	770	448	115	3090	163
HC-3000 WRECKER	1130	322	55	3800	102
HS-5000 APPETIZER	760	326	78	3000	103
EL-TH-10 FIRMEZA	480	398	88	2570	134
EL-PH-00 ALBA	600	414	105	2800	205
20-081 MIND ALPHA	820	365	103	3350	142
20-082 MIND BETA	520	536	116	3460	128
IA-C01H: EPHEMERA	990	480	132	4330	233
IB-C03H: HAL 826	930	436	125	3760	215

Core

Every part of an Armored Core is essential, but the Core is the most important part that connects everything. The Core heavily decides the Armor Points and Health Points and plays a big part in deciding how well the AC can defend itself.

Each Core brings remarkable abilities, making them unique and suitable for various playstyles or specific needs. This diversity provides players with a wide range of options to personalize their AC according to their preferred way of playing and specific requirements. All of the Core in the game are as follows;

CORE	Armor Points	Attitude Stability	Gen Output Adj.	Weight	EN Load
AC-J-120 BASHO	3580	476	83	16100	300
AC-J-120/RC JAILBREAK	2400	403	83	12350	300
BD-011 MELANDER	3230	458	105	15800	304
BD-012 MELANDER C3	2830	433	102	14050	322
DF-D8-08 TIAN-QIANG	4100	629	114	20650	388
VP-40S	3160	446	106	15030	337
NACHTREIHER/40E	2630	349	84	9820	330
VE-40A	4320	521	122	21100	432
CC-2000 ORBITER	2780	407	103	12650	267
CC-3000 WRECKER	3940	532	96	19000	310
CS-5000 MAIN DISH	3890	641	97	23600	413
EL-TC-10 FIRMEZA	2500	410	104	10890	351
EL-PC-00 ALBA	2850	368	101	12000	315
07-061 MIND ALPHA	3520	455	112	16510	364
IA-CO1C: EPHEMERA	3110	363	126	13200	412
IB-C03C: HAL 826	3670	385	120	18520	366

Arms

The Arms parts in Armored Core 6 are used for holding weapons. You can either equip four weapons or use one slot for the utility part. You have many Arm types to choose from. Each Arm has different effects, abilities, and a load limit.

The load limit refers to the maximum load your arms can bear. An arm unit with a high load might not work with Arms with a low load limit. You should choose your Arm after deciding what Arm Unit you will go for.

You will also have to consider the weight of the Arms. Players can pick a light Arm to increase their movement speed but give up on Armor Points, making you fast but easy to damage.

Arms	Armor Points	Arms Load Limit	Firearm Specialization	Weight	EN Load
AA-J-12 BASHO	2430	10520	53	10480	210
AA-J-123/RC JAILBREAK	1000	10520	45	8480	210
AR-011 MELANDER	2260	15100	100	13650	265
AR-012 MELANDER C3	2010	12000	128	12300	232
DR-AF-08 TIAN-QIANG	2480	19500	92	20020	295
DR-AF-09 TIAN-LAO	3070	17200	95	26740	266
VP-46S	2240	14520	102	14020	278
VP-46D	1620	11800	133	10990	248
NACHTREIHER/46E	1860	12730	160	11420	302
VE-46A	2660	21300	80	22210	380
AC-2000 TOOL ARM	1990	13300	96	11300	216
AC-3000 WRECKER	2030	15800	26	14650	220
AS-5000 SALAD	2600	18700	88	20940	356
EL-TA-10 FIRMEZA	1900	13540	122	11220	270
EL-PA-00 ALBA	1750	11350	136	9810	315
04-101 MIND ALPHA	2300	15550	103	16960	358
IA-C01A: EPHEMERA	2380	12680	104	12700	312
IB-C03A: HAL 826	2210	14000	123	14180	300

Arms Units

In Armored Core 6, you can equip Arm Units for your Mech. Arm units are mainly the offensive part of the Mech. These Arm Units are classified into kinetic, energy, and explosive. Additionally, you can choose to equip defensive parts instead of offensive to increase your Mech’s defense.

It is important to note that some units can be equipped on both arms, while others can only be on the Left or Right. Right-arm weapons serve as range weapons used to damage enemies far away. The L-Arm units are generally equipped with melee weapons. You can equip two ranged weapons for long to mid-range combat or one melee weapon for close-range combat. 

You can get different arm units by completing missions and earning rewards. Once you have them, you can find them in the parts shop and garage menu, where you can choose the ones that work best for your missions. Here are the arm units that can be used on both arms:

Arm Unit	Type
MA-J-201 Ransetsu-AR	Burst Rifle
MA-J-200 Ransetsu-RF	Burst Assault Rifle
MG-014 Ludlow	Machine Gun
DF-MG-02 Chang-Chen	Machine Gun
MA-E-210 Etsujin	Burst Machine Gun
LR-037 Harris	Linear Rifle
RF-024 Turner	Assault Rifle
RF-025 Scudder	Assault Rifle
DF-GA-08 HU-BEN	Gatling Gun
SG-026 Haldeman	Shotgun
SG-027 Zimmerman	Shotgun
WR-0777 Sweet Sixteen	Shotgun
VP-66LR	Laser Rifle
VE-66LRA	Laser Rifle
VE-66LRB	Laser Rifle
Wuerger/66E	Laser Shotgun
VP-66LS	Laser Shotgun
VP-66LH	Laser Handgun
VVC-760PR	Plasma Rifle
HI-18 GU-A2	Pulse Gun
MAJESTIC	Bazooka
DF-BA-06 Xuan-Ge	Bazooka
LITTLE GEM	Bazooka
44-141 JVLN ALPHA	Detonating Bazooka
DF-GR-07 GOU-CHEN	Grenade Launcher
DIZZY	Grenade Launcher
IRIDIUM	Grenade Launcher
HG-003 COQUILLETT	Handgun
HG-004 DUCKETT	Handgun
MA-E-211 SAMPU	Burst Handgun
EL-PW-00 VIENTO	Needle Gun
WB-0000 BAD COOK	Flamethrower
HI-16: GU-Q1	Pulse Gun
LR-036 CURTIS	Linear Rifle
MA-T-222 KYORAI	Napalm Bomb Launcher
MA-T-223 KYORIKU	Jamming Bomb Launcher
WS-1200 Therapist	Stun Bomb Launcher
HML-G2/P19MLT-04	Missile Launcher
HML-G3/P08SPL-06	Split Missile Launcher
WS-5000 Aperitif	Siege Missile Launcher
VP-66EG	Stun Gun
IB-C03W1: WLT 011	Coral Rifle
IA-C01W6: NB-REDSHIFT	Coral Rifle

Arm units that can only be equipped on the Left arm are as follows:

Left Arm Units	Type
44-143 HMMR	Plasma Thrower
Vvc-770LB	Laser Blade
HI-32: BU- TT/A	Pulse Blade
PB-033M Ashmead	Pile Bunker
VP-67EB	Stun Baton
VP-67LD	Laser Dagger
VE-67LA	Laser Lance
DF-ET-09 Tai-Yang-Shou	Explosive Thrower
MA-E-211 Sampu	Burst Handgun
IA-C01W7: ML-REDSHIFT	Coral Oscillator

Legs

Legs play a crucial role in your Armored Core’s defense and its ability to withstand damage. The most common leg type allows for land, water, and air movement, making it highly versatile. Different leg types, such as Tetrapod, Tank, or Reversed, offer unique qualities and functions. You can select the one that best fits your playstyle or specific requirements.

Tank legs come with heavy armor, making it challenging for enemies to damage your Mech, but they have high weight, resulting in slower movement. On the other hand, Tetrapod legs feature four legs for increased stability but add more weight to your Mech.

These leg types influence your Mech’s movement, capabilities, and approach to combat. They also have different weight limits, forcing you to choose between speed and defense. There are four leg types to choose from when customizing your Armored Core.

Reverse Joints

There are only three Reverse Joints in the game. Their weight is low, making it easier and faster for players to move. It provides a boost when launching off surfaces, making it smooth for players to transition from ground to air combat.

The reverse joint type has a low weight load limit, defense, and impact resistance compared to the Bipedal type. Therefore, these limit players from equipping heavy gear and lower the Armor core defense points. Every reverse joint Leg that you can equip in an Armored Core 6 Mech is given below;

	Armor Points	Attitude Stability	Load Limit	Weight	EN Load
KASUAR/42Z	3400	530	47820	19060	388
06-042 MIND BETA	3920	375	61600	22000	426
RC-2000 SPRING CHICKEN	4080	586	68360	25890	402

Bipedal

The default set of legs in the game is Bipedal. Unlike other leg types, these legs are equally balanced in all aspects and not specialized in one thing, such as Tank, which is specialized in defense. Bipedal has equal stats for each aspect.

The bipedal Leg type generally has a lower weight and load limit than the Tank or Tetrapod. Thus, this makes it impossible for players to equip heavy equipment that requires a high load limit. Additionally, they also have low armor points. All Bipedal Legs;

	Armor Points	Attitude Stability	Load Limit	Weight	EN Load
AL-J-121 BASHO	4160	774	62600	20520	300
AL-J-121/RC JAILBREAK	2000	608	62600	18560	300
LG-011 MELANDER	4160	743	60520	18700	365
LG-012 MELANDER C3	3880	735	55440	17210	355
DG-LF-08 TIAN-QIANG	4200	825	82600	23600	400
VP-422	3960	730	58620	17900	387
NACHTREIHER/42E	3500	711	48650	14030	462
VE-24A	5200	877	85700	28950	465
2C-2000 CRAWLER	3650	749	51200	16300	280
2C-3000 WRECKER	4220	943	68900	21680	680
2S-5000 DESSERT	4410	897	77100	25880	420
EL-TL-10 FIRMEZA	3600	737	52100	11200	378
EL-PL-00 ALBA	3650	724	50100	13150	360
06-041 MIND ALPHA	4360	794	63610	22110	432
IA-CO1L: EPHEMERA	3800	755	55050	15200	398
IB-C03L: HAL 826	4000	806	64900	20890	385

Tank

The Tank leg type, as you can tell from the name, is a leg type that has high armor points and can take severe damage, but higher armor increases the tank leg type’s weight, which makes the Mech’s movement extremely slow.

The Tank also has a high load limit and more stability, reducing the recoil of heavy weapons. In addition, tank Legs are generally significant in size, making them an easier target for your enemies, similar to Tetrapod Legs. All Tank-type legs;

	Armor Points	Attitude Stability	Load Limit	Weight	EN Load
LG-022T BORNEMISSZA	10040	1630	100300	49800	455
VE-42B	8600	924	91000	46600	824
EL-TL-11 FORTALEZA	5860	872	69300	24650	620

Tetrapod

The tetrapod leg type is a good choice for players who enjoy aerial combat. It can hover in place, using energy slowly, which means you can stay in the air for a longer time, and it also helps absorb weapon recoil.

The tetrapod leg type also has a high load capacity, thus allowing you to equip heavier equipment. In addition, these Leg types have a higher defense. However, the tetrapod type is slower in the air and more easily hit due to its large structure. All Tetrapod-type legs are as follows;

	Armor Points	Attitude Stability	Load Limit	Weight	EN Load
LG-033M VERRILL	6850	1413	76200	36200	675
VP-424	5600	1366	69800	31600	760

Back Units

In Armored Core 6 Mech, back units are equipped on your AC’s shoulders. They give you extra firepower and help protect you from enemies. Back units can be equipped on both sides, while the R-Back Unites are typically used for offense. These include grenade launchers, laser cannons, and missile launchers.

L-Back units can also be equipped with weapons generally used for shields. You can equip both sides with weapons for an offensive playstyle, one with weapons and the other with a shield for a safer approach.

Back Units	Type
BML-G2/P03MLT-06	Missile Launcher
BML-G2/P05MLT-10	Missile Launcher
BML-G1/P20MLT-04	Missile Launcher
BML-G2/P17SPL-16	Split Missile Launcher
BML-G2/P19SPL-12	Split Missile Launcher
BML-G2/P16SPL-08	Split Missile Launcher
BML-G1/P31DUO-02	Dual Missile Launcher
BML-G1/P32DUO-02	Dual Missile Launcher
BML-G2/P08DUO-03	Dual Missile Launcher
BML-G1/P01VTC-04	Vertical Missile Launcher
BML-G1/P07VTC-12	Vertical Missile Launcher
BML-G3/P04ACT-01	Active HomingMissile Launcher
BML-G3/P05ACT-02	Active HomingMissile Launcher
BML-G1/P29CNT	Container Missile Launcher
VVC-703PM	Plasma Missile Launcher
VVC-706PM	Plasma Missile Launcher
VVC-70PM	Plasma Missile Launcher
IB-C03W3: NGI 006	Coral Missile Launcher
EL-PW-01 Trueno	Needle Missile Launcher
WR-0999 Delivery Boy	Cluster Missile Launcher
WS-5001 Soup	Scatter Missile Launcher
45-091 JVLN BETA	Detonating Missile Launcher
VVC-700LD	Laser Drone
VP-60LCS	Laser Cannon
VE-60LCA	Laser Cannon
VP-60LT	Laser Turret
45-091 ORBT	Laser Orbit
B0-044 Huxley	Bullet Orbit
VP-60LCD	Diffuse Laser Cannon
VE-60SNA	Stun Needle Launcher
EULE/60D	Pulse Shield Launcher
SB-033M Morley	Spread Bazooka
FASAN/60E	Plasma Cannon
Earshot	Grenade Cannon
Songbirds	Grenade Cannon

Left Back Units only;

L-Back Units	Type
VP-61PS	Pulse Shield
SI-24: SU-Q5	Pulse Shield
S1-27: SU-R8	Pulse Shield
VP-61PB	Pulse Buckler
SI-29: SUTT/C	Pulse Buckler
VE-61PSA	Pulse Scutum
IB-C03W4: NGI 028	Coral Shield

Generator

In Armored Core 6, the Radiators from previous games have been replaced with Generators. These provide power to the Armored Cores and cool themselves without using a Radiator. Generators determine the duration of the Energy Gauge, thus determining how long the AC can use its boost and remain airborne.

Selecting the right generator is essential for a successful build. Generators have different EN Capacity and EN Output values, which determine how much energy your Mech has and whether it can handle all the parts you’ve attached.

You should consider both the weight and size of the generators. A more powerful generator may weigh more, impacting your Mech’s movement speed. However, a balanced power and weight generator is important to ensure you don’t lose your speed for energy. All of the Generators in the game are as follows;

Generators	EN Capacity	EN Recharge	Supply Recovery	Weight	EN Output
AG-J-098 JOSO	2200	769	400	3420	2600
AG-E-013 YABA	2550	1000	500	5080	3000
AG-T-005 Hokushi	2710	952	370	7080	3810
DF-GN-02 Ling-Tai	2000	2000	833	3860	2340
DF-GN-06 Ming-Tang	2900	1250	666	6320	3160
DF-GN-08 San-Tai	4420	1176	625	10060	3210
VP-20S	2500	833	434	3800	3200
VP-20C	2720	909	454	5320	3670
VP-20D	3250	714	384	11030	4430
VE-20A	2460	740	416	3590	3120
VE-20B	3300	763	392	5860	2890
VE-20C	3690	555	377	10130	4090
IA-C01G: AORTA	3000	238	333	4330	3500
IB-C03G:NGI 000	4400	250	312	8950	4340

Booster

In Armored Core 6, Boosters are your main way of getting around. They let you move on land, in the sea, and the air, allowing you to travel through different environments. When it comes to surviving battles, how well you do often depends on how good your AC’s Boosters are.

Boosters are used for both getting around and being effective in combat. There are various types of Boosters, each with its strengths and weaknesses. This means you can choose the one that suits your style of play best. Some Boosters focus on speed and acceleration, which is great if you charge quickly for close-range combat.

However, others are better for players who want to be fast and dodge enemy attacks while planning their next moves. The Armored Core’s ability to jump higher and evade attacks offers you new tactical options and advantages. Here’s a list of all the available Boosters for your Armored Core 6 Mech:

Booster	Thrust	Upward Thrust	QB Thrust	Weight	EN Load
AB-J-137 Kikaku	5667	4584	19150	1820	266
BST-G2/P04	6001	4900	20600	1710	250
BST-G1/P10	5734	4667	17600	1300	130
BST-G2/P06SPD	6801	4800	18600	1420	390
ALULA/21E	6668	4650	21650	1900	410
FLUEGEL/21Z	6101	5134	20000	1980	282
BUERZEL/21D	6167	4834	18050	2240	480
BC-0600 12345	5801	4700	18900	1360	160
BC-0400 MULE	5417	4434	17500	970	200
BC-0200 GRIDWALKER	6401	6334	19000	2010	244
IA-C01B: GILLS	6317	5001	18850	1590	400
IB-C03B: NGI 001	6467	5501	22200	1930	342

Fire Control System(FCS)

In the Armored Core series, the Fire Control System (FCS) affects how quickly you can lock onto targets, which is a big deal in the game. If you have a basic FCS, it’s slow to target enemies. But upgrading to a top-notch FCS makes it much faster and lets you easily lock onto multiple enemies.

In battles, fast target locking is a must, especially when enemies are moving around unpredictably. You can also choose between different lock-on ranges, thus using different FCS options that determine how far away you can lock onto an enemy. Look into the FCS details for Close, Medium, and Long-Range Locking.

Armored Core 6 features various FCS types for your Mech, each with unique strengths and weaknesses. Some prioritize lock-on range and accurate targeting, while others enhance tracking speed.

FCS	Close-Range Assist	Medium-Range Assist	Long-Range Assist	Weight	EN Load
FCS-G1/P01	38	27	20	80	198
FCS-G2/P05	45	80	26	120	232
FCS-G2/P10SLT	40	41	29	100	209
FCS-G2/P12SML	28	52	30	130	278
FC-006 ABBOT	83	32	5	90	266
FC-008 TALBOT	67	54	11	140	312
VE-21A	10	36	92	85	364
VE-21B	15	50	80	160	388
IA-C01F: OCELLUS	90	12	3	130	292
IB-C03F: WLT 001	50	72	48	150	486

Expansions

In Armored Core 6, Expansions are like power-ups, but they’re mainly for defense, except for Assault Armor. They don’t make your AC heavier or use up energy, so it’s a good idea always to use them when you can. Here are all four of the available Expansions:

Expansions	Resilience	Duration	Attack Power	Impact	Blast Radius
ASSAULT ARMOR	-	-	1500	2000	60
PULSE ARMOR	3300	10	-	-	-
PULSE PROTECTION	4000	25	-	-	-
TERMINAL ARMOR	20000	2	-	-	-

Armored Core 6 provides its player base with a wide variety of parts. The Parts’ weird names and different classifications may sound confusing at first. But as the game progresses, it becomes understandable, and soon, you are juggling between spells and creating combos.

The combination of parts in your Mech will affect your game experience. A combination might make your combat easier and other aspects difficult. Another combination might improve your experience by giving you utility and easier moving around the free world.

A collection of diverse parts intends to meet different needs in different scenarios. Some areas or battles may demand high-defense parts, or some may find exploration difficult without lightweight parts. Through experimentation with parts selection comes the opportunity to uncover ideal combinations. You can consult this guide to pick the parts that fit you best.

More on Armored Core 6:

• Armored Core 6 Best Weapons.
• Armored Core 6 PvP.
• Armored Core 6 Difficulty Settings.