Rust explosive ammo vs rockets

Explosive ammo often wins on raw sulfur for single targets. Rockets win when speed, splash, or pressure matters.

Method comparison

Method	Strength	Weakness	Best use
Explosive ammo	Efficient sulfur on single targets	Slow and exposes shooter	Quiet planning, small door paths
Rockets	Fast splash damage	Higher sulfur if splash is wasted	Walls, grouped doors, online pressure
C4	Fast direct damage	Expensive and no splash	Single door or wall speed
Satchels	Early-game craft path	Slow and unreliable	Budget small raids

Simple rule

If you only need one door and can shoot without being interrupted, explosive ammo is attractive. If you need to break several pieces quickly or use splash, rockets usually become easier to justify.