Propane tanks in Escape from Tarkov are simple on paper: a generic flammable loot item that weighs 5.3 kg and takes a 2x2 slot. In practice, they’re a mid‑wipe choke point. You’ll need several “found in raid” to progress key tasks, and a larger stack if you’re chasing late‑game barters.
Propane tank (5L) at a glance
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Flammable material (generic loot) |
| Weight | 5.3 kg |
| Stash size | 2×2 |
In Tarkov’s world, propane is used for tasks like welding and gas stoves — none of which you can do, but traders and quest givers certainly care that you bring it back “found in raid.”
Quests that require propane (found in raid)
| Quest | Requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Tour – Part 7 | 2× Propane tank (5L), FiR | Standard mid‑wipe ask alongside other industrial loot. |
| Thirsty – Breadwinner | 2× Propane tank (5L), FiR | Plan routes through high‑shelf areas to speed this up. |
| Thirsty – Delivery | 2× Propane tank (5L) | These two are provided by the quest giver; no FiR grind required. |
Where propane tanks spawn (maps and containers)
Propane can roll in general loot containers and on specific shelves and surfaces. If you’re actively farming, Interchange and store backrooms are consistently productive.
| Map | Notable spawn points |
|---|---|
| Interchange | Oli store shelving; Goshan back‑warehouse shelves; Power Station; loose‑loot spots in Object 21WS Container and Object 11SR Room; on barrels near the Hole‑in‑Fence extract. |
| Woods | Dead Man’s Place camp; back of the crashed airplane; the train depot. |
| Shoreline | Desks and stoves in the “Old House” near the Ruined House Fence extract (often called the chairman house). |
| Factory | On top of the box used for the Delivery From the Past placement. |
| Customs | On the floor in front of the cash register desk at the New Gas Station. |
| Lighthouse | On boxes lining the construction area leading to the Water Treatment Plant. |
| Reserve | Metal shelves on the ground floor of Black Knight (K‑building). |
Propane also appears in common containers and world rolls across maps:
- Sports bags
- On Dead Scavs
- Ground caches
- Buried barrel caches
- Technical supply crates
- Certain keyed jackets (e.g., Jacket tied to 204)
Route idea: On Interchange, sweep Oli’s aisle shelving first, then cut through the Power Station before checking Goshan’s rear warehouse racks. Extract via Hole‑in‑Fence to pass the barrel spawns mentioned above.
Quest rewards that grant propane
If your luck is dry, a few tasks hand out tanks so you can stockpile for later requirements.
| Quest | Reward |
|---|---|
| A Fuel Matter | 2× Propane tank (5L) |
| The Huntsman Path – Justice | 2× Propane tank (5L) |
| No Swiping | 1× Propane tank (5L) |
These are not marked FiR, but they effectively reduce the total number you need to loot for later barters.
Trader barters that consume propane
Several mid‑ to late‑game trades eat propane. If you’re chasing these, expect to carry multiples out of raid or accumulate them via rewards.
| Trader (LL) | Inputs | Output |
|---|---|---|
| Prapor (LL1) | 1× Propane tank (5L) | 6B23‑1 body armor (EMR) |
| Prapor (LL2) | 2× Propane tank (5L) + 2× Fuel conditioner | Metal fuel tank |
| Prapor (LL4) | 2× Propane tank (5L) | Maska‑1SCh face shield (Olive Drab) |
| Peacekeeper (LL2) | 1× Propane tank (5L) | HK 416 Midwest Industries 9″ M‑LOK handguard |
| Jaeger (LL2) | 1× Propane tank (5L) | Nightforce Magmount 34mm scope mount |
| Jaeger (LL3) | 15× Propane + 10× Fuel conditioner + 15× Dry fuel | Red Rebel ice pick |
The Red Rebel barter is the long game: if that’s your goal, start banking propane as soon as you’ve cleared your FiR tasks.
Carry and stash planning
- At 5.3 kg, a single tank won’t tip overweight on its own, but two will push many builds over soft caps. Plan your extracts.
- They’re 2×2, so they fit in most rigs and medium backpacks; don’t expect to jam one into a small chest rig mid‑fight.
- If you only need FiR, extract immediately once you’ve bagged two to avoid risking duplicate grinds.
Brief note for Escape From Duckov players
If you’re playing Escape From Duckov, propane serves a different role. Players report that dismantling a propane tank can yield thermite, and that an early‑game merchant on the first map periodically sells related materials. Availability and drop behavior are specific to that game’s economy and may change with updates, so check the in‑game trader stock and crafting outputs before committing rare items.
If you’re stuck on propane in Tarkov, prioritize Interchange’s big box store shelving and high‑density industrial racks, then sweep caches on your route out. Use quest rewards to ease the pressure, and decide early whether you’re converting surplus into armor, utility parts, or saving toward the Red Rebel trade.
