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The Ranger Armor inthe post-apocalyptic gameFallout: New Vegasis the classic armor that you see advertised in the game, with heavy protection and a long brown coat. There are actually a few ways to get your hands on this armor, whether you prefer to take it from an NCR Ranger, or pick it up from one of their safehouses.
If you’re wondering how you may get your hands on this armor, even if you are still in the early stages of the game, we will show you both methods and how to execute them. The armor itself is very useful as well, and can serve as your suit of choice for the rest of the game.
How to Get Ranger Armor in Fallout: New Vegas
If you’re looking to get the Ranger Combat Armor, the outfits worn specifically byNCR Veteran Rangers, there are two methods you can use:kill an NCR Rangerand take their suit, or get one from theNCR Ranger Safehouse, with two suits inside. We will show you how you can complete both options.
Where to Find NCR Veteran Rangers
In order to utilize this method, you’ll need to find yourself anNCR Veteran Ranger, and kill them. These enemies will only start appearing once you’ve gottendeeper into the NCR storylineand visited the NCR Embassy. NCR Veteran Rangers will specifically start showing up after you complete the main quest,Kings' Gambit, given to you by Ambassador Crocker.
Keep in mind that this method should only be used if you plan onnot siding with the NCR faction, since killing an NCR Veteran Ranger can put you in abad standingwith the group. If you want to use this method, however, you can easily find some NCR Veteran Rangers at:
Once you’ve defeated an NCR Veteran Ranger, you may pick up their armor bylootingthem and grabbing the NCR Ranger Combat Armor and Ranger Helmet pieces.
Where to Find NCR Ranger Safehouse
If you want to build a good relationship with the NCR, then grabbing some of their armor from theirsafehousewill be the better option for you. To do this, you will first need to build your reputation with the NCR to at least ‘Liked’. This can be done by completing NCR side quests, especially theBoulder City Showdownwhich can give you a massive boost to your reputation.
You can find this side quest in theBoulder City Ruins, found west of the Hoover Dam, and east of Vault 11. In this quest, you’ll want to ensure you at leastside with the NCR troopers, either by killing the Khans or negotiating with them to free the hostages and leave. You can find a few other side quests atCamp McCarranto raise your reputation, which you can find northeast of Vault 3 and west of Aerotech Office Park.
Then, you’ll need to get the NCR Safehouse Key to have access to it. Make your way toCamp McCarranand head to the bottom floor where you may findColonel James Hsuin one of the offices. He will give you thekeyto the safehouse, which you can find just south of REPCONN Headquarters and west of Vault 11. Inside, you’ll find the NCR Ranger Combat Armor and NCR Ranger Patrol Armor, but they won’t be in great condition, so you’ll need to repair them soon.
Ranger Armor Stats in Fallout: New Vegas
TheNCR Ranger Combat Armoris one of the best you’re able to find in the game. Its stats are as follows:
The Ranger Armor also comes with theRanger Helmet, which has the following stats:
With this armor equipped, you’ll be incredibly well-protected, and the item will last you a long time when at full health. It should be noted that the Ranger Armor is ofmedium class, meaning it will slightly slow down your character and can make a bit more noise when sneaking, which can cause issues if you focused onsneaking in your skills. Despite this, it is still one of the best in the game that you can get easily, making it one of the more accessible options.
