Massive Heavy Machinery Update in BeamNG Drive v0.38

BeamNG Drive v0.38 brings a huge heavy-machinery expansion with two all-new industrial vehicles, a Marble Quarry map area in Italy, updated cargo props, enhanced UI features, and significant performance improvements.

Introducing New Industrial Vehicles

Hirochi HT-55 – Off-Highway Haul Truck

The Hirochi HT-55 is a robust off-highway dump truck designed for extreme quarry operations. Built for durability and long hauls, it supports an impressive 55-ton payload.

• Hydraulically powered orbital valve steering for precision control
• Advanced braking system with front lockout functionality
• Manually adjustable hill-assist for steep terrain
• Optional locking differential for tough surfaces
• Rock ejectors for quarry efficiency
• Optional JATO rockets for extreme heavy-load scenarios

Perfectly engineered for realistic heavy-industry gameplay in demanding environments.

Hirochi WL-40 – Heavy Wheel Loader

The Hirochi WL-40 is a high-capacity articulated wheel loader for lifting and transporting massive loads over rough terrain.

• Joystick-controlled articulated hydraulic steering
• Rigid front axle with pivoting rear axle for stability
• Functional rimpull control pedal for precision handling
• Universal bucket and heavy-duty forks for versatile cargo
• Hydraulic log grapple attachment for industrial operations

Designed to complement the HT-55, it enhances realism and immersion in heavy machinery missions.

Italy Map Expansion – Marble Quarry

The Italy map now includes a new Marble Quarry area, optimized for heavy machinery gameplay. Players can take on industrial vehicle missions in this immersive quarry environment.

• 33% reduction in total map file size for faster loading
• Asset de-duplication improvements
• Decalroad and floating object fixes
• General map performance enhancements

New Cargo Props & Load Options

Marble Block

Introducing massive breakable marble blocks in 19-ton and 38-ton sizes, with optional wooden supports for improved handling with the WL-40 loader.

Rock Pile

A set of 100 rocks in various sizes, perfect for the HT-55 and easily transported using the loader bucket.

• New trailer load options for Log and Flatbed trailers
• Optimized Container trailer interiors for performance

Enhanced Freeroam & UI Experience

Freeroam Session Wizard

The new multi-step Freeroam wizard replaces the old interface, allowing full session customization before launching.

• Select vehicles and maps
• Adjust traffic density and time of day
• Save presets and favorite configurations
• Quick-launch options for faster gameplay

Gameplay Selector

Replacing the legacy scenarios and campaigns menu, the new Gameplay Selector offers advanced filtering, shortcuts, and preset management.

• Modernized input hints
• Enhanced in-game messages
• General UI optimizations and bug fixes

World Editor & Modding Enhancements

BeamNG Drive v0.38 introduces the Audio Ribbon Editor, letting modders create dynamic ambient sounds for rivers, forests, coasts, and canyons.

• New rally gameplay editing tools
• Improved asset deduplication systems
• Multiple editor enhancements for mod creators
• Launcher polish and updated translations

Conclusion

BeamNG Drive v0.38 delivers the ultimate heavy machinery experience with two powerful vehicles, a quarry map expansion, upgraded UI features, and advanced modding tools. This update emphasizes industrial realism and technical performance, making it a standout release for heavy-equipment enthusiasts.

Check out the official patch notes for a full detailed changelog.