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Killing Floor 3 (KF3)

How to Get Explosive Lock

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Explosive Lock is a tool in Killing Floor 3 (KF3) that can seal doors and deal massive Force Damage when destroyed. See how to get the Explosive Lock, how to use it, and the best perks to use the tool in this guide!

How to Get Explosive Lock

Choose the Tool Before a Match

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If you already want to use the Explosive Lock at the start of a match, make sure to select it before a match starts.

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If you want to equip the Explosive Lock in the middle of a match, you can do so by interacting with a Trader after a wave!

Beginner's Guide: Tips and Tricks

How to Use Explosive Lock

Attach to Doors to Lock Them

You can use Explosive Locks by attaching them to open doors, which effectively shuts them close. When attached, these locks can only withstand a certain number of hits before they are destroyed, triggering an explosion that deals massive Force Damage, on top of a Stumble affliction that renders them debilitated momentarily.

Use for Crowd-Control

Since Explosive Locks require a number of hits before exploding, Specialists can also use them to herd enemies behind door. This guarantees that the explosion will hit a huge number of Zeds, saving you and your allies time and resources. Alternatively, Explosive Locks can also be used as a means to escape waves of enemies to regroup.

Explosive Lock Best Perks

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Best Perk with Explosive Lock
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Explosive Lock Effects

Seals Doors and Deals Force Damage

Tool Effect
Explosive Lock Reinforces certain doors, fortifying positions, and hindering most enemies.
• 4 locks
• Explodes when destroyed, dealing significant damage and a Stumble affliction

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