Common
Terrain
Red Sand
TerrainCommon
Red Sand is a common terrain block in Minecraft.
Entity Relationship Graph
Used In Crafting
Block Properties
Internal ID
minecraft:red_sandCategoryTerrain
Stack Size64
Hardness0.5
Blast Resistance0.5
Transparent✗ No
Light LevelNone
Commands
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:red_sand 1Set Block Command
/setblock ~ ~ ~ minecraft:red_sand
Mining Information
Required Tool
Shovel (Any)
Mining Time
Varies by tool (base: 0.5s)
Silk Touch
May give different drop
Fortune Effect
No effect
Frequently Asked Questions
What tool do I need to mine Red Sand?▼
To properly mine Red Sand and receive item drops, you need: Shovel (Any). Using a lower tier tool or the wrong tool type will result in no drops.
Is Red Sand blast resistant?▼
Red Sand has a blast resistance of 0.5. It can be destroyed by most explosions.
What is the Minecraft ID for Red Sand?▼
The internal Minecraft ID for Red Sand is "minecraft:red_sand". You can use this ID with commands like /setblock, /fill, and /give.
About Red Sand
Red Sand is a common block in Minecraft, categorized as a terrain block. The internal game ID for this block is minecraft:red_sand.
With a hardness of 0.5, Red Sand takes relatively little time to mine. For optimal mining speed and to receive item drops, use Shovel (Any).
Red Sand is a solid, opaque block that blocks light and allows mobs to spawn on its surface in dark conditions.