Unlocking Hidden Loot in Remnant 2: How to Find and Open the Ford Chest

As a hardcore Remnant 2 gamer who lives for min-maxing builds and finding the best guns, unlocking the Ford chest in Ward 13 is one of the first things on my checklist in any new playthrough. The powerful MP60-R submachine gun locked behind this footlocker is just too good to pass up!

In this comprehensive guide from a fellow passionate player, I’ll share how to find and input the Ford chest code to unlock some sweet hidden loot for your enjoyment and domination.

What Makes the Ford Chest So Valuable

Let’s quickly break down what awaits inside this unassuming footlocker located in humanity’s last stronghold:

• Cargo Control Key – This key unlocks shortcuts and stashes across multiple zones. Extremely handy for a hoarder like myself!
• MP60-R SMG – This hard-hitting, fast-firing shredder gun carries you through early and mid-game with ease.

According to my testing, a fully upgraded MP60-R actually outdamages many late-game primary weapons. Plus that large 50 meter range gives you superior crowd control and boss DPS compared to shotguns or slower rifles at close-to-mid range.

The satisfaction of shredding through hordes of Root with this rapid-fire, high-accuracy beast is second to none. And the scaling potential means the MP60-R can serve you admirably through End Game content as well.

Simply put, the Ford chest contains one of Remnant 2’s most versatile and powerful guns wrapped up with a nice supplementary key bonus! Now let’s get into actually unlocking it, shall we?

Step By Step Ford Chest Instructions

Based on my multiple playthroughs, here is an optimized 3 step process to acquire both loot rewards hidden within the Ford chest:

Step 1: Find the 4-Digit Code

The footlocker itself does not reveal the code – you must uncover it beforehand. Specifically, the sequence “0415” is etched onto the underside of your flashlight which can be inspected via the inventory menu.

Carefully maneuver and zoom in on the flashlight during inspection mode until you can decipher these tiny numbers engraved into the metal casing near the base. That 4 digit code is the key to unlocking the chest itself.

• Pro Tip: Snag a screenshot of the flashlight code! Makes re-entering it much less of a hassle if you die before reaching the chest.

Step 2: Unlock the Chest

Footlocker in hand, approach the chest and interact with it to bring up the number pad. Carefully punch in the 4 digit code “0415” sequence to unlock the container.

Be aware entering the wrong code initiates a lengthy 10 second lockout before you can re-input the solution. So double check your work!

With the proper sequence entered, the chest will open allowing you to claim the valuable Cargo Control Key within. Grab this key item so we can track down the hidden SMG.

Step 3: Loot the Powerful SMG

Cargo Control Key in hand, backtrack all the way to the starting Ward 13 area near Ace. Look for a locked metal door along the rear wall as shown below:

Interact with this door to use your newly acquired key and unlock the room. Inside awaits the incredible MP60-R SMG resting on a table alongside some crafting parts.

Examine the weapon to add it immediately to your inventory. Then take a moment to bask in sweet success and mentally thank whoever mysteriously hid this destructive piece of iron behind a locked door!

With the power of both Ford chest rewards in hand, you’re now ready to blast apart Ward 13’s Root infestation and eventually venture out into humanity’s last remnants fully equipped.

Why is the Ford Chest Code Hidden?

As a fellow Remnant lore aficionado who takes notes on all audio logs, terminal entries, notes, etc, allow me to share the likely in-universe explanations for why this footlocker is both concealed and prohibitively locked down:

First, based on various clues I uncovered during my first playthrough, Ward 13‘s former overseer Thaddeus Ford is likely the one responsible for secreting away the MP60-R prototype and control key.

Some telling lore tidbits pointing to Ford‘s involvement:

• His overzealous hoarding of weapons/supplies to secure his power is mentioned in logs
• The MP60-R‘s "R" designation indicates a special prototype Revision from the Ford Motor Company factories
• Photo shows Ford used that model for personal defense
• As overseer he had the means to restrict room access
• Died mysteriously right before Ward 13 fell when someone could have moved his hidden stash

My theory is that the suspicious and paranoid Ford prepared this contingency loot cache to help his potential escape if Ward 13 ever collapsed. But he met an untimely end before needing it.

In any case, whoever hid the locker couldn‘t openly inform Ward 13‘s denizens about its existence either since that might have invited theft or sabotage. Thus obscuring the unlock code across a personal item like deputy Dalton‘s engraved flashlight was a clever security measure.

So in summary, Remnant 2 respects player curiosity and exploration to uncover these hidden side-grades. And the Ford chest reward progression reflects secrets and psychoses from Ward 13‘s past pre-Outbreak downfall.

Recommended MP60-R Upgrades

Now that you have this stellar SMG in hand, let me share my tips on upgrading it into an even nastier shredder across your playthrough:

• Mag Size – Boost to 60-70 rounds so you can delete packs before reloading
• Crit Chance – Raise to 20%+ allowing more huge damage spikes
• Reload Speed – Much improved by mods/perks for sustain DPS
• Stability – Makes controlling the beast easier during rapid fire
• Weakpoint Damage – Melts bosses if you consistently nail their vulnerability

Based on how I complement my playstyle, here is how I love to ultimately configure my personal end-game MP60-R:

MP60-R Stats:

Damage: 430 
Mag Size: 65
Crit Chance: 25% 
Reload Speed: +150%
Stability: +45%
Weakpoint Damage: +250%
Fire Rate: 13 RPS

This setup allows me to aggressively push or hold down chokepoints, shredding apart virtually any NPC threat caught out in the open. Give it a try yourself!

Why Dodge the Ford Chest?

Despite the obvious rewards held within, I have seen a subset of players actually advocate ignoring the Ford chest during campaigns. They cite reasons like:

• Finding the code is annoying without guides
• The effort-to-reward ratio feels imbalanced
• It can disrupt the early game balance
• Ward 13 is relatively safe so the gun isn‘t urgently needed
• The SMG limits your creativity to explore other weapons
• The control key doesn‘t offer much for non-completionists

And I‘ll admit – on my current knife-only run I did intentionally pass on the chest loot to make the early hours more tense and challenging.

However, for most playstyles I still believe uncovering the Ford chest code and reaping the rewards inside remains an extremely beneficial investment for these key reasons:

1. The MP60-R is one of the most versatile and powerful SMGs across all gameplay phases
2. Grabbing collectibles/secrets boosts replayability and player agency
3. It respects those who expend extra effort exploring Ward 13
4. The cargo key can lead to many hidden nooks/crannies with extra resources
5. It lets you bank more iron shards early by avoiding crafting/buying guns

Ultimately the choice comes down to your personal preference. But now that you know the Ford chest is there and what lies inside, I hope you are motivated to put in the bit of extra legwork to unlock an excellent weapon that can serve you for the long haul!

Additional Remnant 2 Guides

Thanks so much for taking the time to read my earnest guide to uncovering the Ford chest‘s hidden goodies. I live for analyzing and breaking down games like Remnant 2 both for my own enjoyment and to spread helpful info to fellow fans. Please check the links below for more of my guides:

• How to Defeat Canker – Remnant 2‘s First Boss
• Locating All Ward 13 Bobbleheads
• Top Armor Sets
• Beginner Tips and Tricks

Let me know down below if this guide helped you acquire the MP60-R for your adventures in humanity‘s last strongholds. And what other obscure secrets or topics would you like to see covered in a future guide? I‘m always seeking feedback to provide data dives into the games and subjects my wonderful readers actually want more intel on!