Running out of storage space in your satchel? Read this Red Dead Redemption 2 guide on how to upgrade your satchel in camp and after chapter 6, available satchel upgrades, & more!
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How To Upgrade The Satchel In Camp
Give Materials To Pearson In Camp
You need to talk to Pearson in your camp to upgrade your satchel. He will provide you with a list of available upgrades, the cost, and conditions to improve on them.
Fulfill Camp Requests & Upgrades
Some satchel upgrades require fulfilling camp requests and upgrades - either donating money or materials or upgrading your wagons, etc.
Available Satchel Upgrades
Satchel upgrades increase the carrying capacity for certain items. Depending on the satchel you equip, the amount of items you can carry from that type will increase.
Satchel Upgrade List
| Name | Mats. | Reqs. |
|---|---|---|
| Tonics Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Buck Pelt 1 x Perfect Elk Pelt | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. |
| Ingredients Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Badger Pelt 1 x Perfect Squirrel Pelt | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. |
| Kit Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Elk Pelt 1 x Perfect Panther Pelt | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. |
| Provisions Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Bison Pelt 1 x Perfect Raccoon Pelt | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. Upgrade the Provisions wagon twice at the ledger. |
| Materials Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Boar Pelt 1 x Perfect Iguana Skin | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. Craft 3 recipes at the scout fire. |
| Valuables Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Beaver Pelt 1 x Perfect Rabbit Pelt | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. |
| Legend of the East Satchel | 1 x Perfect Deer Pelt 1 x Perfect Cougar Pelt 1 x Perfect Wolf Pelt | Purchase leatherworking tools in ledger. Craft all other satchels. |
Getting Satchels After Chapter 5
Camp Satchel Upgrades Are Unavailable After Chapter 5
You will not have access to your camp after Chapter 5. Therefore, you will not be able to upgrade your satchel using this method.
Purchase Satchels From The Fence
After Chapter 5, you won't be able to upgrade your satchel but you can purchase them from the fence in Rhodes or St. Denis.
Recommended Satchel To Craft / Buy
Increased Capacity With Legend of the East Satchel
The Legend of the East Satchel increases capacity to carry ALL ITEMS in the game. You need to craft all other satchels or purchase all other satchels to get access to this one.
What Is The Satchel?
A Bag To Keep Your Items
The satchel is a bag your character carries around to keep your items. This includes provisions, tonics, ingredients, and more!
Start The Game With The Satchel
You automatically start Red Dead Redemption 2 with the satchel. You can upgrade it over the course of the game in camp or purchase better ones through a fence after Chapter 5.
