Sell cargo to a Smuggler when your goal is cash, or open compatible shipments at a Cargo Workbench when you want their contents. The right choice depends on the cargo and what you need next. A catalogue value is a baseline rather than a promise of the exact offer at every selling point.
Choose where your cargo should go
Cargo includes bags, crates, portable safes, and other large valuables. Do not treat every shipment as an ordinary item for a Fence. The cargo buyer is the Smuggler, and processing at home is a separate option for containers the Cargo Workbench accepts.
Before moving the load, decide whether you want to sell it intact or bring it back for opening. This avoids taking an unnecessary trip to your base when immediate cash is your priority. It also avoids selling a container whose contents you intended to use.
Compare baseline cargo revenue
These examples help distinguish cargo categories rather than calculate a guaranteed profit for a route. Location and Notoriety can affect a Smuggler’s offer, so compare the actual displayed price before accepting a sale.
| Cargo | Listed baseline revenue |
|---|---|
| Closed Money Bag | $25,000 |
| Portable Safe | $100,000 |
| Golden Statue | $250,000 |
| Contraband Cargo | $10,000 |
| Premium Cargo | $35,000 |
A higher catalogue value alone does not tell you which load is the better next job. Consider the travel involved, your destination, and whether you can complete the delivery with the equipment you already have. A large number on the item is useful only if you finish the sale.
Check the cargo type before processing
A Cargo Workbench opens compatible containers. Contraband Cargo belongs to the separate Contraband Workbench, which repacks it instead of following the ordinary opening process. Read the full cargo name before choosing a station.
Do not assume that two similar-looking crates use the same processing route. If the cargo does not fit the intended station, check the item and station names before buying more equipment. Opening and repacking serve different purposes.
For your next delivery, choose the buyer or station first, check the shipment’s displayed value, and carry only the load you have a clear destination for. This keeps the decision tied to an actual sale or useful contents rather than an assumed best payout.