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Abandoned Auger Mine Locations and How to Unlock

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Abandoned Auger Mines are activity locations in Borderlands 4. See all Abandoned Auger Mine map locations, how to open them, and the rewards for clearing them.

Abandoned Auger Mines Locations

Kairos Abandoned Auger Mine Map

There are a total of 7 Abandoned Auger Mines across Kairos. These locations are well hidden caves and contain major Boss encounters.

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List of Abandoned Auger Mines

Auger Mine Area and Region Boss
Timid Kyle's Neglected Opening Coastal Bonescape, The Fadefields Voraxis
The Claim Dissected Plateau, The Fadefields The Backhive

How to Unlock Abandoned Auger Mines

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Abandoned Augur Mine Unlock Condition

Abandoned Auger Mines are unlocked after completing the Shadow of the Mountain Main Mission. You'll complete this mission at around levels 18-20 as one of the three that you can complete after the 4th Main Mission, A Lot to Process.

Shadow of the Mountain Walkthrough

Red Seal and Clave-Locked Notice

Red Seal and Clave-Locked

You may discover Abandoned Auger Mines early in the game. If you happen to find it early, you'll encounter a red seal with a “???” interaction and receive a Clave-Locked notice stating to “find your clave and earn your name.”

Abandoned Auger Mines Rewards

Rewards 40 SDU Upon Initial Clear

Clearing an Abandoned Auger Mine for the first time rewards you with 40 SDU Tokens. These tokens can be used to purchase storage upgrades for your Ammo, Backpack, Bank, or Lost Loot capacity.

How to Get More SDU Tokens

Farmable Boss for Powerful Gear

Each Abandoned Auger Mine contains a unique boss that drops a variety of high-quality gear. These bosses also have a chance to drop unique Legendary Weapons and other valuable items.

How to Farm Bosses

Vehicle Cosmetic for Completing All Bunkers

Debunked Order Bunker Challenge

Clearing all seven Abandoned Auger Mines completes the Dig, Delve, Discover Challenge. This rewards you with a Vehicle Cosmetic along with generous amounts of experience, cash, and Eridium.

List of All Cosmetics and Customization Options

Contains Vending Machines

Contains Vending Machines

Each Abandoned Auger Mine includes multiple Vending Machines primarily used to restock your ammo. Occasionally, they may offer useful gear for purchase, especially the featured Item of the Day.

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