Pickaxe

A heavy swing that also breaks stone and digs. Stats, where to find it and how to use it below. Updated for Build 42.21, November 2026.

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Pickaxe at a glance

Heavy tool Melee weapons

A heavy swing that also breaks stone and digs.

SkillAxe

Damage1–2.2

Max condition13

Crit chance25%

Reach1.6

HandsTwo

Weight3

Also used forBreaks stone

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Hardware stores, farms and sheds.

Town by town: loot locations.

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Heavy weapons tire you fast. Use it in doorways.

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Where do you find the Pickaxe in Project Zomboid?

Hardware stores, farms and sheds.

What is the Pickaxe used for?

A heavy swing that also breaks stone and digs. Heavy weapons tire you fast. Use it in doorways.