Drills

Drills are the core machines in Tectonic Industries, responsible for mining ores at various depths.

All Drills

Drill	Blueprint	Ore	Tier
Stone Drill	Lv. 1	Stone	C
Copper Drill	Lv. 2	Copper	C
Coal Drill	Lv. 3	Coal	C
Iron Drill	Lv. 4	Iron	B
Silver Drill	Lv. 5	Silver	B
Gold Drill	Lv. 6	Gold	B
Zinc Drill	Lv. 7	Zinc	B
Granite Drill	Lv. 8	Granite	B
Tin Drill	Lv. 9	Tin	A
Sulfur Drill	Lv. 10	Sulfur	A
Oil Pump	Lv. 11	Oil	A
Cobalt Drill	Lv. 12	Cobalt	S
Chromium Drill	Lv. 12	Chromium	S
Lead Drill	Lv. 13	Lead	S

Drills by Ore

S Tier

Cobalt Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 12

Ore: Cobalt

An advanced drill capable of mining cobalt ore at extreme depths. Requires Blueprint Level 12 to unlock and significant investment to build.

Chromium Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 12

Ore: Chromium

A high-tier drill for mining chromium ore found in the deepest mine shafts. Requires Blueprint Level 12 and massive resource investment.

Lead Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 13

Ore: Lead

The deepest-reaching drill in the game, capable of mining lead ore from the lowest mine levels. Requires Blueprint Level 13 and endgame resources.

A Tier

Tin Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 9

Ore: Tin

A drill for extracting tin ore from deeper deposits. Tin is commonly alloyed with copper to create bronze for mid-tier equipment.

Sulfur Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 10

Ore: Sulfur

A specialized drill for mining sulfur deposits found in volcanic layers. Sulfur is essential for crafting explosives and chemical refiners.

Oil Pump

Blueprint: Lv. 11

Ore: Oil

A specialized extraction machine that pumps oil from underground reservoirs. Oil is crucial for powering advanced machinery and chemical refiners.

B Tier

Iron Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 4

Ore: Iron

A reliable drill for mining iron ore, one of the most important resources in the game. Iron is used in nearly all mid-game crafting recipes.

Silver Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 5

Ore: Silver

A mid-tier drill for extracting silver ore. Silver sells for a good price and is used in several crafting recipes for advanced equipment.

Gold Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 6

Ore: Gold

A premium drill for extracting gold ore from medium depths. Gold is highly valuable for selling and upgrading to advanced equipment.

Zinc Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 7

Ore: Zinc

A valuable drill for mining zinc ore from deep deposits. Zinc is used in alloy production and several high-tier crafting recipes.

Granite Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 8

Ore: Granite

A heavy-duty drill designed to break through granite layers. Granite is needed for mid-tier construction and forge upgrades.

C Tier

Stone Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 1

Ore: Stone

The starter drill every player begins with. Mines basic stone efficiently and serves as your first step into the world of automated mining.

Copper Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 2

Ore: Copper

The first upgrade from the Stone Drill, capable of mining copper ore efficiently. Essential for progressing through early blueprint levels.

Coal Drill

Blueprint: Lv. 3

Ore: Coal

An efficient drill for extracting coal from shallow and medium depth deposits. A key early upgrade for fueling forges and smelting operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best starter drill?+

Upgrade to the Copper Drill as soon as possible — it doubles your mining speed.

How do I unlock more drills?+

Drills are unlocked through Blueprint Levels with specific resources and cash.

What drill do I need for the deepest ores?+

For the deepest ores you need the Lead Drill and Chromium Drill, requiring Blueprint Levels 12-13.

Should I upgrade drills or buy refiners first?+

Early game, prioritize drill upgrades. Mid-game, invest in refiners.

Drill Guides

Tectonic Industries All Drills - Complete Guide and Comparison

Every drill in Tectonic Industries ranked and compared. Blueprint levels, depth ranges, and ore coverage for all 14 drills.

Tectonic Industries Best Drill - Ultimate Comparison Guide 2026

Discover the best drill in Tectonic Industries with our complete comparison guide. Compare all 14 drills from Stone to Lead and find the top pick for your factory.

Tectonic Industries Cobalt Drill vs Chromium Drill - Which Is Better

Cobalt Drill vs Chromium Drill compared. BP12 drills analyzed for ore value, depth, and refining potential in Tectonic Industries.

Tectonic Industries Drill Tier List - All 14 Drills Ranked 2026

See the complete Tectonic Industries drill tier list with all 14 drills ranked from C to S tier. Find out which drills are worth building and which to skip.

Tectonic Industries Best Early Game Drills - BP1 to BP6

Best early game drills ranked from BP1 to BP6. Learn which drills to unlock first and how to maximize profit in Tectonic Industries.

Tectonic Industries Cobalt Drill Guide - Unlock the S Tier BP12 Drill

Learn how to unlock and use the Cobalt Drill in Tectonic Industries. This S tier BP12 drill is one of the best in the game with very deep mining access.

Tectonic Industries Oil Pump Guide - How to Get Oil in Your Factory

Master the Oil Pump in Tectonic Industries with this complete BP11 guide. Learn how to unlock, build, and optimize the only oil-producing drill in the game.

Tectonic Industries Oil Pump Setup Guide - Extract Oil Efficiently

Complete Oil Pump guide for Tectonic Industries. BP11 setup, placement tips, depth zones, and oil refining strategies for maximum profit.

Tectonic Industries Drill Upgrade Guide - How to Unlock Every Drill

Learn how to upgrade drills in Tectonic Industries from Stone to Lead. Complete blueprint progression guide showing how to unlock every drill from BP1 to BP13.

Tectonic Industries Lead Drill Endgame Guide - Max Blueprint Level

Lead Drill endgame guide for Tectonic Industries. BP13 unlock, 225-500m depth strategy, and maximum profit from the final drill tier.

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