Custom Train Styles

Custom Train Styles

Customize your ride vehicles with custom 3D train models in various formats, including support for multi-car trains.

Using Existing Presets

Quick Selection

1. Track → Train Style
2. Select from available configurations
3. Train updates immediately in the 3D view and ride camera

Adjusting Train Length

1. Track → Train Style → Edit Count…
2. Enter the number of cars (1-20)
3. Train automatically updates with the specified number of cars

Creating Custom Configurations

Accessing Files

1. Track → Train Style → Open Trains Folder
2. Click README.md for technical instructions
3. Study existing .json files to understand the format

Basic Workflow

1. Create a .json configuration file
2. Add your .obj or .gltf/.glb mesh files to the folder
3. Select your configuration from the View menu

File Requirements

• JSON configuration defines the train name, mesh paths, and car arrangements
• 3D mesh files in .obj, .gltf, or .glb format
• GLTF/GLB files preserve materials and textures
• OBJ files get default materials applied
• Support for front, middle, and back car variations

Configuration Examples

Simple Single Car

{
    "Name": "MyCart",
    "Styles": [
        {
            "MeshPath": "MyCustomCart.glb"
        }
    ]
}

Multi-Car Train

{
    "Name": "Modern Train",
    "Styles": [
        {
            "FrontCarMeshPath": "FrontCar.glb",
            "MidCarMeshPath": "MidCar.glb",
            "BackCarMeshPath": "BackCar.glb",
            "WheelAssemblyMeshPath": "WheelAssembly.glb"
        }
    ]
}

For complete configuration format and technical details, see README.md in the TrainStyles folder.

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