Oil
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Introduction
It is one of the first recommended runs for newer players as its payout can be increased with a Worker's Protection License. This is a good beginner run as all three of the areas are very close together. Keep in mind, however, that to store oil in houses or gang sheds, you will need to purchase oil storage in order to store the liquid oil.
Starting the Run
Before starting this run, it is strongly recommended to check the price of iron for optimal profits and to follow the list below to make sure you have all the required equipment.
- A pickaxe (Purchased at gas stations/markets) Required for collecting oil
- Food & Water
- Bergen Backpack for space
- A fuel truck to store oil
- Oil processing license ($10,000 at the DMV)
- Head to the Oil Tower west of Neochori to fill your vehicle and optionally your backpack using left windows key in the Oil Tower area
Processing
Fortunately, the processor is also located away from most high-traffic areas and roadways as it is nestled in a large industrial facility that is a short drive from the MSR (Main State Road) and far north from Kavala. You can process Oil by filling your inventory with the unprocessed product and using your scroll wheel to activate the menu on the processing machinery. Players and vehicles must remain within 25m of the NPC in order for processing to be complete. Once you begin processing, you will be extremely vulnerable. However, there are many buildings and large pieces of industrial equipment that can be used for cover and to conceal your vehicles from prying eyes. It will take a long time to process so keep your wits about you and be ready to listen for approaching aerial or ground vehicles. Fortunately, there is a bonus for processing that will incrementally give you faster progress as you process more Oil if you possess a Worker’s Protection License.
Selling
After you have processed everything you will depart down the MSR (Main State Road) directly east towards the copper trader. The trader is standing in an industrial dig site and is hidden by advantageous terrain on all sides that will protect you from sight and crosshairs alike. Once you have sold quickly go back into the town of Agios Dionysios as there is a conveniently placed ATM right off the main street to deposit your profits.
Payout
Using a fuel truck with no storage upgrades and a bergen backpack (140 Processed Oil) will yield a payout of $409,772 (WPL: $471,238)
Run Time
Using a fuel truck with no storage upgrades, a bergen backpack, and Tier-4 turbo this run will take 24 minutes and 15 seconds. With a workers protection license to increase processing, it will take 20-22 minutes.