In Fallout 76, junk isn't just something you toss aside—it's one of the most valuable resources in the entire game. While most players collect junk for crafting and repairing gear, savvy Wastelanders know that junk can also be turned into a steady stream of Fallout 76 caps. Whether you're trying to fund your fast travel, stock up on supplies, or make trades with other players, your junk pile could be your greatest asset.

Here are five smart and reliable ways to turn your junk into caps—no matter what platform you're playing on, including Fallout 76 caps PS4 players.

1. Craft and Sell Bulk Junk to Vendors

Vendor bots across Appalachia will happily buy bulk junk items, especially when you package them properly. You can use a Tinker’s Workbench to craft Bulk Adhesive, Bulk Aluminum, Bulk Steel, and more. These bulk items sell for more than the individual components and take up less space in your stash.

Not only does this help you earn Fallout 76 caps, but it also helps free up weight, especially for high-volume materials like lead, copper, and plastic.

Pro tip: Use the "Hard Bargain" perk under Charisma to boost your selling prices to NPC vendors.

2. Scrap Junk for Components to Craft and Sell Gear

Instead of selling raw junk, scrap it and use the components to craft weapons, armor, and mods. Then, sell these items directly through your CAMP vending machine or to other players. High-demand items like certain weapon mods, low-level legendary gear, and armor with popular prefixes (like "Unyielding" or "Vanguard's") often sell for more caps than their component value.

This method works especially well for players on Fallout 76 PS4, where a strong vending setup can consistently draw in caps from other console players looking to gear up.

3. Decorate and Sell Junk-Based CAMP Items

With the right plans and materials, you can turn everyday junk into highly sought-after CAMP décor. Crafting things like lights, chairs, signs, or rare decorative pieces allows you to attract buyers who want their camps to stand out. Players often overlook this method, but it can be surprisingly profitable.

Items that are stylish, seasonal, or hard to find often fetch more caps than you'd expect—especially during limited-time events or seasonal themes.

4. Trade Rare Junk with Other Players

Some junk items—especially those tied to rare components—are always in demand. Examples include:

• Nuclear Material from microscopes or radioactive waste

• Screws and Springs from typewriters or fans

• Lead from weights or pencils

• Copper from fuses and hot plates

Instead of selling to vendors, consider trading these components with other players who are building ammo, energy weapons, or power armor. Trade them in bulk for caps, or swap for other items you need.

Multiplayer communities (especially on PS4) often have trusted trading groups where you can post your items and make fair deals.

5. Sell Junk Plans and Recipes

While technically not "junk" in the crafting sense, plans and recipes often end up in your junk pile after looting them multiple times. These can be worth a lot to other players who haven’t learned them yet. Instead of scrapping duplicates, list them in your vending machine.

Rare or hard-to-find plans—like those for Secret Service Armor mods, unique CAMP items, or Nuka-Cola themed furniture—can bring in a good chunk of Fallout 76 caps when priced correctly.

Turning junk into caps is all about knowing what to sell, who to sell it to, and how to make the most of what you already have. With these smart strategies, you can turn even the most useless-looking scrap into a steady income of Fallout 76 caps. And if you're on console and looking to keep your edge, it's worth checking out community options for buying or trading Fallout 76 caps PS4 through safe and reputable channels.

The next time you’re looting a building or scavenging a battlefield, think twice before dumping your junk—you might just be picking up pure profit.