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Rag Neck Guard

Rag Neck Guard is a protective gear item in Project Zomboid. It gives 5 bite and 10 scratch defence where it covers you, with 1.0 insulation. Build 42.21 data, November 2026.

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Rag Neck Guard at a glance

Rag Neck Guard icon

Protective Gear Clothing & armour

It gives 5 bite and 10 scratch defence where it covers you, with 1.0 insulation. It weighs 0.2.

Weight0.2
Scratch defence10
Bite defence5
Insulation1
Wind resistance1
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What it is and how to use it

Clothing only protects the body parts it covers. Bite and scratch defence stop wounds, insulation keeps you warm, and wind and water resistance matter in storms. Heavy or bulky pieces can slow your running.

More: How protection works · Tailoring and repairs.

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Item ID and variants

Use the item ID in sandbox loot settings, admin tools and mods.

Item IDGame category
Base.Gorget_RagProtective Gear
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Quick answers

How much does the Rag Neck Guard weigh in Project Zomboid?

It weighs 0.2 in Build 42.

What is the item ID for Rag Neck Guard?

Base.Gorget_Rag.

How much protection does the Rag Neck Guard give?

Bite defence 5 and scratch defence 10.

Stats and item IDs from the Build 42 game data as listed on pzfans.com. Item art is from Project Zomboid.