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Gecko V8 Sandrail Buggy

26.3k BRuthless  5.3 years ago
Auto Credit Based on BRuthless's 0 Gecko V8 Sandrail Buggy

Sandrail Refined!

>>Mobile Version<< (Doesn't require mods)
>>Scorpion V8<< (old version)

The Gecko V8 builds up on the same base as the Scorpion V8. It features independent front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension, which is closer to real Sandrails like the Tatum Dragon. To fit the trailing arms, the whole rear end of the vehicle was overhauled, allowing for more suspension travel.
The lights were changed to look more like real LED ones and also the stability at high speeds was greatly improved. Now it's a lot easier to just bash straight through the dunes!


Features:
  • Gyroscopic Stability System (GSS)
  • Gyroscopic Air Control (GAC)
  • Working headlights by Gestour's Lights Mod
  • Working RPM-gauge (now also works in reverse)
  • Working switch-panel
  • Working pedals and steering wheel
  • Realistic suspension with progressive springs for extra-smooth ride
  • Reinforced suspension parts and floor panels
  • Simulated g-forces (headbobbing) in cockpit-view
  • Detailed body based on the Bone Smasher (collab between Mod and me)
  • Detailed engine model based on komuhachi's V8 Engine
  • Working hanging dice (by Mod)

Performance:

0-60 MPH: 2:50 seconds
60-0 MPH: 3 seconds
Topspeed: 186 MPH
Recommended maximum speed for offroad driving: 120 MPH

I advise to turn the Gyro off on flat and slightly bumpy ground for better steering response, but turn it on for medium to very bumpy surfaces with long jumps to increase driving stability and prevent the vehicle from flipping.


Controls:

Pitch = Forwards/Backwards
Roll = Left/Right
Yaw = Turning Left/Right in the air (requires Gyro to be active)
AG1 = Lights
AG2 = Activate Gyro Roll-Aircontrol (requires Gyro to be active)
AG3 = Activate Gyro Pitch-Aircontrol (requires Gyro to be active)
AG8 = Enable/Disable Gyro Stability- and Aircontrol


GIFs:

360° View:

Cockpit:

Suspension in Action:

Headbobbing in Action:

Jumping without GSS:

Jumping with GSS:

General Characteristics

  • Predecessor 0 Gecko V8 Sandrail Buggy
  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 14.3ft (4.3m)
  • Length 27.1ft (8.3m)
  • Height 11.0ft (3.4m)
  • Empty Weight 10,013lbs (4,542kg)
  • Loaded Weight 10,453lbs (4,741kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.002
  • Wing Loading 535.8lbs/ft2 (2,616.1kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 19.5ft2 (1.8m2)
  • Drag Points 5118

Parts

  • Number of Parts 767
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 2,530

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    @TheStig918 it’s possible to use a build with mods without downloading them

    +1 4.0 years ago
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    26.3k BRuthless

    @TheStig918 I already did. Just use the mobile version found in the description, it uses the default beacon lights.

    5.0 years ago
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    Could you take the mod off so I could use the buggy on mobile

    5.0 years ago