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The project is an arcade game about truckers. At the start, the player is given the choice of the main character. It could be a blonde, a black man, a stupid guy, or an inveterate drinker. A special feature of the game is the earnings system: the main income comes from delivering cargo within a certain period of time. The more difficult the path, the greater the reward, and if you are late, the driver will not receive anything. In addition to the usual routine of a truck driver, there are various tasks, for example, destroying stalls, gas stations, escaping from the police.
The cheerful atmosphere and interesting characters do not let you get bored.

Hard Truck Apocalypse (2005)

The world after the end of the world still continues to live. The Apocalypse has driven people to the brink, and they are forced to create a civilization almost from scratch. Truckers are not just drivers of large cars, but warriors who have to overcome not only obstacles, but also rivals on their way. The player will have to transport cargo, study the culture of the past, and also equip his iron behemoth with various weapons. Among other things, there is a plot in which you need to take a direct part. And some decisions will affect the future fate of the main character, which puts the game in 9th place.

Transportando o Brasil (2009)

An interesting simulator that takes place in South America. The main feature of the game is the ability to get out of the truck as a character. The character walks the roads on his own two feet with absolute ease. In terms of the trucker’s work, everything remains the same – the main task is to deliver the necessary cargo from one point to another. The game is not fully developed, so bugs often occur when a character passes through textures or gets stuck in them.

Extreme Roads USA (2014)

The name fully justifies the gameplay. Extreme roads are located all over the map and you will have to navigate them at your own peril and risk. Cargo delivery becomes a complex process that requires attentiveness and accuracy from the driver. Each of the five trucks has its own unique characteristics that affect your driving style. No other features of the gameplay that differed from its competitors were noticed, so the simulator takes 7th place.

Trucker 2 (2009)

The game is a racing simulator of a truck driver. There are a large number of different trucks to choose from, and to achieve perfection in driving large vehicles, you will have to complete as many as 60 missions. The order in which each is completed depends entirely on the player. The main feature of Trucker is the realistic physics of not only driving, but also the process of destruction. Various weather conditions, as well as the change of day, pleasantly please the eyes of users. For its love of speed, the project takes 6th place.

Truckers 3: Conquering America (2009)

The adventures of a Russian truck driver in California is the main idea of ​​the game. The developers tried to thoroughly transfer the real expanses of the American state into virtual reality. Notable cities: Los Angeles and San Francisco; a decent set of trucks, which includes about 20 models, plus color variations. The game will not only put users in the shoes of a Russian truck driver in the USA, but will also try to find friends and enemies for the main character who will influence the plot.

The gameplay allows you to repair not the entire car at once, but only specific parts that the player can choose.

18 Steel Wheels: Extreme Trucker 2 (2011)

A worthy successor to its series of games, Extreme Trucker 2 moves to America and Australia. It is in these countries that truck drivers will have to work. Multi-ton giants will have to make their way through off-road terrain to deliver the necessary cargo. You should forget about the beautiful and smooth asphalt, because it will appear here extremely rarely. The developers decided to add random situations that are extreme in nature. Players will have to get out of them, relying not only on the properties of the car, but also on dexterity and a creative approach to passing.

Spintires (2014)

Overcoming off-road conditions is what this project can be called. Truck drivers will have to master Soviet trucks, which will begin their journey through the remote taiga with all its adventures. There is no smell of any good roads, much less asphalt, here. You will have to knead the dirt, constantly leaving behind a huge rut, which the player will remember everything on the next trip. The main feature of the project is the deformation of the road. Depending on how the route is covered, the surface will change following the player’s actions. Drowning a truck in the mud is a piece of cake for beginners.

Truckers 2 (2001)

A legend of Russian gaming industry. Truckers 2 is one of the best heavy truck simulators. Despite the fact that the game is quite old, it boasts a free world, each of the characters of which goes about their own business: drivers transport goods or participate in races on the highway, police officers issue tickets and look out for bandits, and road robbers prowl in search of their next prey. Truckers 2 has a special atmosphere. Traveling along the road can be quite interesting, with random events happening all the time. Just look at the bandits in black jeeps. For all these memories and songs of the Aria group, a well-deserved second place.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 (2012)

The game is the ideal truck driver simulator. Everything, from cars to graphic design, is done at a high level. Realistic controls and physics of driving a cargo vehicle while transporting goods throughout Europe makes you feel like a real seasoned truck driver. The developers even took care of such an issue as driver fatigue. The player will have to give his virtual alter ego a rest so that he does not start closing his eyes right on the road. Thanks to a thoroughly developed world, the project deservedly takes first place in the top.

Good day to all! I want to bring to your attention a comparison of the games Euro truck Simulator 2 and Truckers 3. I know that there are people who believe that these games cannot be compared, but since there is nothing else to compare with, this material will still be published. And before I begin, I will ask all radicals on both sides to breathe deeper and not throw stones at the author; or whatever you have on hand? But I still hope that there won’t be any.

Let's start, perhaps, with what is the face of the game - graphics.

D-3, as you know, was released in 2009 and at that time the graphics were very, very weak. In fact, the game had graphics at the level of 2005-2007. The resolution of many textures is low. The models of cars you can drive are even more or less acceptable, but only until the first accident. The damage model is limited only to dangling parts, nothing falls off, and something completely disappears without a trace. There are no dents, scratches, cracks, etc. either. If you dig deeper and look at the models in Splinter, you will see that the truck models are made with a huge number of extra polygons (that’s the answer to the question about poor optimization).

But it is not all that bad. Dynamic lighting is implemented well. I won’t say anything about sunsets and sunrises at all, because they are simply beautiful and natural. By the way, the sky in general is probably one of the best, and coupled with 3D clouds it is pure realism. In rainy weather, you can see car lights reflected in puddles on the asphalt. From the cockpit it looks just as good, but there is a fly in the ointment. Drops are visible only on the windshield, with the exception of some tracks.

Now let's look at ETS 2. The graphics in the new product are not surprising, but they can't be called bad either. The truck models are made very clearly, and unlike D3, they are of higher quality in terms of the location of the polygons. The models do not use bump mapping, everything is carefully rendered by hand, but this in no way affects performance, although because of this the game loses some visual advantages. There is no damage model. The world around the player has become richer in landscapes, although it does not have much variety. Like in D3, ETS 2 has dynamic lighting, shadows are cast not only by objects in the outside world, but also in the interior. Rain has also been improved. Now on the glass, instead of something unclear, you can see drops, which, by the way, are on all glasses. One of the negative aspects is the blurriness of the image, especially closer to the horizon line. Well, about the painful thing: no matter how sophisticated the developers were with HDR, Bloom and other effects, the picture as a whole is pale and unnatural, and if you turn off some, then the first ETS appears in front of us in all its glory. There’s probably nothing more to complain about.

Physics.

I think the winner here is already known. ETS 2 has a physics engine that makes car control realistic. There is nothing like that in D3. The physical model, if not completely absent, is very primitive.

Possibilities.

In any game, in addition to some main task, in our case cargo transportation, there are others that make up the overall impression.

Truckers 3 provides an opportunity to earn a living beyond hauling cargo. You can participate in races, and use the money you earn to upgrade your truck. At the service station, by the way, sometimes you have to look for the necessary upgrade all over the map. On the roads there are often “voting” people who ask for a ride somewhere or a parcel, which undoubtedly makes the gameplay more varied. It also happens that job offers come directly from the walkie-talkie or even from the news on the radio. Bars in the game also exist for a reason. Even there you can find a job or just read a newspaper.

The company at the player's disposal is expandable. Branches can be opened in several cities. The vehicle fleet, by today's standards, is quite meager - 14 trucks. Although it could be more diverse. All machines are purchased through the main office or branch.

There are noticeably fewer features in ETS 2. As in D3, you can completely tune the truck. Cargo transportation is carried out in two ways:

Agencies that provide, in addition to the order itself, a car to carry it out, but the cars are far from the best. This is very important if you don’t have the money to buy a personal car yet. But even if you have your own tractor, you can take a profitable order, fortunately they come across quite often. By the way, the starting point can be in any part of the map. You will be teleported there automatically, and upon completion You will find yourself in the place where you took the order.

Direct transportation. Performed in a personal truck. You will have to get to the cargo yourself, so it is better to analyze everything in advance so as not to waste time and money. These cargoes usually pay more, but the fuel costs fall on you.

Cargo, in turn, is divided into categories: ordinary, dangerous, urgent, oversized, fragile, overweight. Each has its own characteristics. An alternative to this in D3 is a tender.

Cars are bought at car dealerships, which are not available in all cities. Upgrades are opening gradually. Instead of branches, ETS 2 provides garages that need to be purchased to expand your vehicle fleet. Unlike D3, where in order to deliver cargo from a certain area of ​​the map you need to have a branch there, in ETS 2 you can move freely across the entire map. For hired drivers, you need to buy cars, just like in D3. Among other “goodies” I would like to note the driver’s fatigue. Your character is gradually getting tired and you need to look for a resting place for him. And where you can’t drive a truck, another transport comes into play, a ferry or a train, which will transport both you and your tractor. Speaking of trains, there are also railway crossings in the game and from time to time there is a need to miss a train. In D3, moving trains are not implemented, although there are also crossings.

Traffic rules

Both games have some rules of the road. Violation of them will naturally result in a fine. What can you get a fine for in Truckers 3:

For an accident
-Dangerous driving

-Collision with a pedestrian (if there is a mod that adds these pedestrians)
-Assault on the police
-Driving in the oncoming lane

This list could be much longer... If you know what I mean.

ETS 2:
-Traffic accident
-Running a red light
-Over speed
-Driving in the dark without headlights on.
-Driving in the oncoming lane

Although there are pedestrians in ETS 2, they are carefully fenced off from the player. In D3 they even try to cross the road, and in some places (SUDDENLY) they enter houses. Proof: . They can also sit on benches and break stops.

Result:

If we put aside all the bugs and shortcomings of Truckers 3, then the game turns out no worse, and in some places, maybe better than ETS 2. Do you know why? Because the world of D3 is filled with characters, each of them has their own little story. Why go far? Our main character Nick is not a silent anonymous person, but a completely alive person who can not only turn the steering wheel but also talk. He has his own character, his own view of things. He keeps a journal in which he writes various notes as he progresses through the story or quests. Remember when I said that the overall impression is made up of little things like this? In the end, there is a feeling that you are not alone. Yes, D3 is a very crude game, I don’t dare argue with that. But in return we get a great atmosphere, which ETS 2 is so lacking. Yes, ETS 2 is better technically, but it remains as dull as it was. There may be more realism there, but you need to know where the border is so as not to make games soulless simulator! That's the point...

Thank you for your attention! If I missed something, please fill me in.

Release date: 2001

Genre:

A worthy continuation of the famous truck driver simulator, which also includes elements of economic strategy. The essence of the game is that the player must engage in cargo transportation, gradually developing his own company and hiring truck workers under his leadership.

The player begins to engage in cargo transportation on his own. He is given a small initial capital, with which he can purchase a truck and go to one of the bases scattered throughout the locations, which contain cargo that requires transportation. To open his own company, the player will have to obtain a license to hire workers, as well as earn a certain amount of money. The player will also have to take care of his car, sending it to the service station on time, repairing it, refueling, etc. The ultimate goal of the game is to capture the entire freight market in the area. If the player goes bankrupt, the game will be considered lost.

Series 18 Wheels of Steel

Release date: 2002 - 2011

Genre: Trucker simulator, indie, realism, open world

A series of games in the genre of truck simulator, which tells about the workdays of an ordinary American truck driver. The franchise currently includes eight games spanning the entire continental United States.

The gameplay of most of the games in the series is focused on cargo transportation carried out on special trucks. The player plays the role of a truck driver and travels in his car between a number of American cities. In addition to directly transporting goods, the player can also change the trucks or their appearance. A number of other things have also been implemented - communication with other truckers via radio, police checks, etc. The last two parts of the series moved away from the open world concept. Now the player will have to overcome difficult locations in extreme conditions on a pre-selected truck.

Big Mutha Truckers 1 and 2

Release date: First 2002 Second 2005

Genre: Trucker simulator

Two parts of a fun car arcade game dedicated to cargo transportation. We choose one of the local very colorful characters and drive across endless virtual spaces, delivering various cargoes in order to earn as many “evergreens” as possible. The franchise does not rely on realism, but plays from the heart on the humorous component and the absurdity of what is happening.

So, apart from the differences in the plot, both games invite us to engage in cargo transportation in order to get rich. At the same time, the player can not only transport goods from point A to point B, but also engage in additional (sometimes quite non-trivial) tasks, such as, for example, finding a crashed UFO, etc. Boring trips are diluted by various random events on the road - a local gang bikers will pester you, then suddenly the police will follow the player, or even a flying saucer. With hard-earned money, the player will be able to buy a new truck or improve an old one.

Hard Truck Apocalypse/Ex Machina

Release date: 2005

Genre: Car simulator, indie, action, open world, arcade, RPG,

A car simulator game with arcade and RPG elements, in which we drive around a huge post-apocalyptic world in a variety of heavily armed trucks. After an unknown disaster, people in this world wear masks on their faces, as the atmosphere around them has become unbreathable. Armored trucks here became the only hope for survival.

The game has 10 locations in which the player can receive various tasks. There are 5 cars to choose from. In the process of passing, they can be improved and strengthened in every possible way by purchasing cabins, bodies, various modules and weapons. Of course, the post-apocalyptic world is not a place for fun, so players here will be met by all sorts of raiders and bandits of all stripes who want to turn the hero’s combat vehicle into a pile of scrap metal and profit from his savings.

Truckers: Transport company

Release date: 2006

Genre: Trucker simulator,

A real-time economic strategy dedicated to the transportation of various goods by road. The player here is not an ordinary truck driver, but the head of a transport company, whose task is to get maximum profit by concluding contracts and fulfilling them.

The earning system here is non-standard. The fact is that the player’s company does not service stable routes, but individual contracts with the number of flights from 1 to 8. At the same time, when concluding a contract, it is worth taking into account the type of cargo, its volume, deadlines and cost of the order. You also need to monitor whether the company’s capabilities comply with the terms of the contract - whether there are the necessary licenses, the required type of transport, etc. The vehicle fleet in the game is varied, there are vans, tanks, vehicles with bodies for bulk cargo, timber trucks, container ships and even cash in transit vehicles.

Euro Truck Simulator 1 and 2

Release date: First 2008 Second 2013

Genre: Trucker simulator, economic strategy, open world, realism, indie

Two parts of the game in the genre of a truck driver simulator with elements of economic strategy, the action of which takes place in a number of EU countries. Standard elements for such games (such as the actual transportation of goods and in-game micromanagement) were diluted with such things as, for example, fatigue simulation. Those. our protagonist can work without rest for 11 game hours, after which he will need to get to the nearest parking lot and rest for 9 hours. Otherwise, he may be fined “for violating the work and rest schedule” and even fall asleep at the wheel and get into an accident.

Another interesting aspect of the game is the fairly realistic simulation of driver behavior on the roads. Traffic on the roads behaves not only in accordance with the rules of the road, but also uses a number of techniques taken from real life. For example, when a player enters the main road from a secondary road, the computer driver can let him pass by slowing down and flashing his headlights.

Transportando Brasil

Release date: 2010

Genre:, realism, indie, third person

A simulator of a trucker and driver of various trucks, forklifts, cranes, etc., which differs from other similar games primarily in that our hero here can get out of the car and freely move around the map on foot with a third-person view.

The main task in the game is simple and clear - you need to earn money to support your family. In this case, the character will not only have to perform a variety of work related to the transportation of goods, but also find part-time work in other modes of transport. To find a job, you will have to go to the offices of various companies, visit terminals and warehouses. It deserves special attention that the developer tried to recreate real cities and roads of Brazil, which means be prepared for difficult working conditions, since the roads of Brazil are far from European standards and often you will have to move along rough terrain.

Truckers-3 Conquest of America

Release date: 2009

Genre: Trucker simulator, economic strategy, open world

The third part of the famous automobile simulator with elements of an economic strategy dedicated to cargo transportation, the action of which takes place in the vastness of California. The developers modeled in the game more than 20,000 km of real California roads on a scale of 1 to 10, connecting about 40 cities, including Los Angeles and San Francisco.

The main difference between this project and other parts of the series is the presence of a full-fledged storyline, as it develops, the main character finds himself in a wide variety of adventures, often threatening his life. Otherwise, the gameplay of the game is similar to the previous parts - we transport goods, purchase new trucks, hire truck drivers and expand our business in every possible way.

German Truck Simulator

Release date: 2010

Genre:, realism

A project from the creators of Euro Truck Simulator, dedicated to cargo transportation in Germany. The game features many realistic trucks (including licensed MAN vehicles), 18 German cities located in different parts of the country, and many kilometers of roads and autobahns stretch between the cities.

The gameplay of this project largely copies Euro Truck - we also drive along the roads, deliver cargo, monitor the condition of our cars, purchase new trucks and hire truckers who want to work for you, gradually building a full-fledged auto empire. The game has nice graphics, good artificial intelligence of virtual drivers and moderately realistic behavior of trucks and other cars on the roads.

UK Truck Simulator

Release date: 2010

Genre: Trucker simulator, open world, indie, realism, economic strategy

Another offshoot of Euro Truck Simulator, this time dedicated to cargo transportation in the UK. The game is a car simulator with elements of economic strategy.

According to established tradition, the player starts from the very bottom as an ordinary truck driver, working for a certain corporation, gradually earns his small capital and opens his own transport company. With the opening of a company, a big shift into the economic component of the game begins, since the player now has to hire workers, monitor the condition of his fleet and do other things necessary for business development. The graphics in the game are nice, in addition, good artificial intelligence and the relative realism of what is happening are pleasing.

Rig n Roll

Release date: 2010

Genre: Trucker simulator, economic strategy, open world

English-language edition of a game in the genre of a car simulator with elements of an economic strategy called “Truckers-3 Conquest of America.” In fact, these are the same third Truckers, the action of which takes place in California. The game has 40 large and small cities, 20,000 km of highways and (for the first time in the series) a full-fledged plot, telling us the story of the Russian driver Nikolai Perepelov, who arrived in the United States in search of wealth and good luck.

The gameplay here completely copies that in the previous parts - the player drives a truck between cities, fulfills orders, delivers goods, earns money and at a certain stage opens his own transport company, hiring other truckers to work for him.

Tankwagen-Simulator

Release date: 2010

Genre: Trucker simulator, open world

A fuel truck simulator in which players have the opportunity to experience first-hand all the “delights” of driving a vehicle carrying fuel. The main emphasis in the game is on the well-developed physics of driving a heavy truck with a trailer. Acceleration, turns, etc. were recreated in the game as realistically as possible.

As for the gameplay, everything is simple - you get behind the wheel of one of the five cars presented, enter into contracts, transport fuel and earn money. It is noteworthy that the player can pave the way to the destination himself, choosing the most convenient roads and routes for him. The graphical component of the game is quite good, in addition, the developers' attention to detail is pleasing - in the cockpit of the car, all elements are clickable, which allows you to independently check what this or that button is responsible for.

Trucks & Trailers

Release date: 2011

Genre: Trucker simulator, open world, indie

A multi-ton truck simulator dedicated not so much to driving as to the art of parking. The project is perfect for training driving skills and understanding how to park from various inconvenient places.

In essence, the game is a set of more than 50 tasks that require enormous patience from the player, as well as an ideal sense of distance and the dimensions of his car. At the same time, it is difficult to blame the project for the monotony of situations - all the tasks here are not similar to each other and the player’s only assistant in passing will be the rear-view mirrors. The developers also allowed players to choose trucks (there are 13 in total), change the color and even the location of the steering wheel - a small thing, but a nice one.

Scania Truck Driving Simulator

Release date: 2012

Genre: Trucker simulator, realism, open world

A rather complex truck driver simulator in which players can test their skills behind the wheel of one of the Swedish SCANIA brand tractors. The game has a wide fleet of vehicles, several modes, realistic physics and car control, as well as good graphics.

“Driving school mode” is suitable for beginners in the genre, for whom the developers offer to complete about 15 tasks. The "Driving Challenge" is a series of challenges in which players will have to show their driving skills. “Free Play” will give you the opportunity to try yourself in the role of a truck driver transporting goods over long distances. The “speed test” will test your reaction, and the “extreme” mode will invite players to test themselves in particularly difficult conditions, such as: crossing a river, overcoming a dangerous mountain section, etc.

Formula Truck Simulator

Release date: 2013

Genre: Trucker simulator, racing, sports game

A challenging simulator of circuit truck racing, dedicated to a unique racing series held in Brazil. The game features 14 tracks (all of them are located exclusively in Brazil), among which are Interlagos, the Nelson Piquet circuit, etc. There are also a lot of cars here, but some of the cars, although completely similar in appearance, bear names that are only vaguely reminiscent of the official ones (from the developers there were problems with obtaining some licenses).

Once the player starts the game, they can try out different car settings in several practice sessions, after which they will face qualifying, a warm-up lap and the race itself. The number of circles, as well as the difficulty of opponents, the severity of the rules, the impact of damage and many other parameters can be adjusted to suit your own preferences and skills.

Special Transport Simulator

Release date: 2013

Genre: Trucker simulator, open world, indie

A truck simulator in which the player will become a truck driver and learn all the intricacies and secrets of this profession. The game features more than 20 models of multi-ton vehicles, which are prototypes of real-life models. Many different missions will not make you bored, and more than 100 kilometers of roads will make you feel like a real cargo transportation pro.

The game has its own plot, which includes a number of tasks for transporting goods. For a task well completed, the player receives incentives that advance him in his career. You can find out about the success of the work performed using a special system for receiving points and bonuses. Moreover, as the player progresses, new levels with more complex tasks and tracks will open.

Truck Racer

Release date: 2013

Genre: Trucker simulator, action, racing

Truck racing simulator with good graphics and excellent physics. Racing in the game is presented in three modes: circular, timed and elimination. The tracks are varied and take place in various interesting locations, such as a factory, a car dump, an airport, an amusement park, etc.

Championships in the game go from the easiest to the most difficult, while the opponents (of which there are 10 here) constantly strive to drive into you and push you off the track. In addition to racing itself, there is the opportunity to improve and tune cars. Interestingly, not only improvements, but also tuning affects the characteristics of trucks, which can be changed, both for the better and for the worse.

Extreme Roads

Release date: 2014

Genre: Trucker simulator, open world

A simulator of a truck driver transporting goods on US roads. The gameplay is traditional for most of these simulators and is reminiscent of Euro Truck Simulator - we drive through locations, deliver cargo, earn money, buy new trucks, set up and tune them, and then repeat everything in a circle.

This project boasts good graphics, the presence of 5 different trucks with their own unique characteristics, 5 trailers, good physics and the presence of so-called “extreme roads” - road sections with difficult conditions to overcome. The change of day and night, as well as dynamic weather, add atmosphere to the game. Separately, it is worth mentioning the presence of a radio with the ability to upload your own audio files to it.

SPINTIRES

Release date: 2014

Genre: Driving simulator, racing, realism, open world

A high-quality simulator of off-road driving on all-terrain trucks (exclusively from the Soviet automobile industry). The player will have to transport cargo through the remote Russian taiga, overcoming forest clearings and other difficult places.

The main emphasis in the game is on the most realistic simulation of the behavior of a virtual car. A damage model has been implemented, there is fuel consumption, which will have to be replenished from time to time. The cars have a winch that allows you to pull out a car stuck in the mud by hooking it onto another car or tree. The behavior of the roads deserves special mention - the road surface here is deformed under the influence of cars, i.e. the truck leaves behind a rut, which can make driving difficult in the future. Cars can be equipped with various devices as they progress.

American Truck Simulator

Release date: 2016

Genre: Trucker simulator, economic strategy, open world, indie

A parallel project from the creators of Euro Truck Simulator 2, which is also a truck driver simulator with some elements of economic strategy. The game takes place in the USA, and the roads pass through four states through deserts, prairies, canyons and coasts.

If you have played at least one of the projects from the SCS Software studio, then the game mechanics will seem familiar to you down to the smallest detail. The gameplay is not very different from the same ETS2 - the player still drives a multi-ton truck along the roads and delivers goods. At the same time, various unforeseen events often occur on the roads, such as fires, accidents, traffic jams, etc. At a certain stage of the game, you will be able to hire truckers to join your team and develop your own business.

Arctic Truck Simulator

Release date: 2016

Genre: Trucker simulator, arcade, indie

An arcade trucking simulator in which players will have to conquer the Arctic Circle. In the Arctic, cargo transportation is complicated by weather conditions, since slippery roads can quickly send a multi-ton colossus into a ditch, which means players will have to be as careful and careful as possible.

The gameplay here does not offer anything new - the player takes a car, receives his first contract and goes with the cargo from point A to point B. As soon as the cargo is delivered, the player’s account will be replenished by a certain amount, and he will have to take the next order. The money you earn can be spent on improving your car or purchasing a better truck. The game has nice graphics, good physics and controls that are understandable for new players.

On The Road – Truck Simulation

Release date: 2017

Genre: Trucker simulator, realism, open world, indie

A trucking simulator that is currently in early access on Steam (which means the game may change dramatically as new content is developed and added). At the moment, the project is a good truck driver simulator, the action of which takes place in Northern Germany and some other EU countries.

The player’s task is to transport goods and earn money from it. The money earned is spent on improvements and the purchase of new trucks. The game has 7 cities, more than 2000 km of fairly reliably reproduced roads, when creating which the developers used information from satellites.

A long time ago, in the capital of Siberia - Novosibirsk, the IT company SoftLab-NSK developed an interesting and outlandish product for its time - a cargo transportation simulator called “Truckers”. It would seem that this is not an entertaining topic at all, but users all over the world thought differently.

Good gameplay, a cozy atmosphere and a large assortment of available trucks have made Truckers a real brand. A little later, the developers refined the ideas of the original and presented the world with the second part, where for the first time in a project of this kind freedom of action was realized, adorned with an economic system and fierce competition in the field of transport transportation. And now, a few years later, the third part of the game has slowly but surely come to us - “Truckers 3: Conquest of America” (or Rig’n’Roll). Already from the name it is clear that we are talking about the expanses of the USA, which means you will have to drive brutal American tractors. Our material today is dedicated to some of them.

For a professional driver, a car is practically a second home. And especially for a truck driver, since he spends most of his life on the road. If you think about this figure, it becomes clear why so much attention is paid to the choice of car, its external style, ease of use, layout and interior decoration of the cabin. Naturally, in Truckers 3 we tried to convey the possibilities of choosing and tuning a truck as accurately as possible, so in this material we will talk about three licensed brands of truck tractors presented in the game: Freightliner, Western Star and Sterling.

First, let's define the terms:

Truck tractor(truck tractor) is a self-propelled transport vehicle designed for towing semi-trailers attached to the vehicle using a special coupling mechanism - a saddle.

Semitrailer is a vehicle without an engine, designed for the transport of goods and equipped to couple with a tractor in such a way that a significant part of the load is transferred to the rear wheels of the tractor.

Trunk A truck tractor (which is what truckers work on) is designed to transport goods along roads with artificial turf.


Freightliner



That same year, Consolidated Freight Lines engineers decided to independently undertake the reconstruction of the trucks at their disposal. It was these experiments that led to a number of innovations, such as the use of aluminum in brake pads and van upholstery. In general, the company’s employees brought many innovations to the industry, one of which is familiar to every person interested in trucks. We are, of course, talking about COE (cab over engine) - the cabin above the engine. The fact is that in the USA such characteristics of a cargo vehicle as the weight and total length of the train were regulated by law. Thus, thanks to the shortened cabin, it became possible to attach longer trailers to the tractors and, accordingly, transport a larger volume of cargo.

Until 1940, James never decided to take on the commercial production of his tractors, but teamed up with five other transport companies to mass-produce vehicles for personal use. Leland renames the company Consolidated Freightways, and the newly formed union takes the proud name Freightways Company Inc. Closer to World War II, the formation of Consolidated Freightways as an automaker began. This happened when the company first supplied its production units to another concern for the rapid assembly of tractors. A little later, Vice President Tom Taylor announced that Consolidated Freightways intends to engage in commercial production itself, since it is able to do it more quickly, and most importantly, with high quality.

By 1942, the company received its final name – Freightliner Corporation. By this time, several trucks with the new emblem on the radiators had already been produced. The last war years became a difficult time for the company, since, unlike many competitors, it was not easy for it to rebuild its factories for the needs of the front. However, over the next few years, the corporation rises sharply thanks to the competent commercial policies of Vice President Lester Kassebaum. Later, Freightliner Corporation will receive an order for tracks with a sleeping compartment (slipper). The very idea of ​​a slipper belongs to another major manufacturer, but its introduction into trucks under the Freightliner brand helped the new solution to gain a foothold in the market and survive to this day.

The company was doing excellently, truck sales were growing, new models were being released... however, something was missing for larger-scale development. The opportunity for the long-awaited expansion appeared in the early 1980s, when a European player, Daimler-Benz, entered the American market, promoting Mercedes-Benz tractors. The concern buys the Freightliner division from Consolidated Freightways and supplies it with all the necessary resources, receiving in return a name well-known in the American market.

In 1997, Freightliner bought the entire long-haul tractor division from Ford and renamed it Sterling. And in 2000, the deal to acquire another well-known manufacturer, Western Star, was completed.


Classic XL


The classic series of Freightliner tractors combines strict design and modern technology. For many years, the Freightliner Classic XL has been one of the winners at The Truck Show. The original and strict design of the cars in this series still evokes the admiration of not only professional drivers, but also ordinary visitors to the exhibition. The Classic XL is a unique vehicle, the longest of its classic brethren, measuring 132 inches (3,330 mm) from bumper to rear wall on a standard cab.


The cabin is made of aluminum alloy, which provides greater load capacity and fuel economy. The basic concepts of such tractors were developed by the company during difficult times for the American automotive industry, when oil prices rose sharply, as a result of which many market participants lost ground, unable to meet new customer requirements.

The interior decoration of the cabin also earned the most flattering reviews from many drivers. It's easy to explain. Freightliner Classic is available in two versions - day-cab (day cab, without sleeping bag) and sleeper box (sleeping compartment with a height of 48 to 84 inches *). Thus, everyone can choose the version of the tractor that suits them, taking into account the desired amount of available space. "Truckers 3" introduces a "slipper" option, since trucking takes place all over the state and can take several days. Of course, in the game you will have to spend the night in motels, because this is what truck drivers in the USA do now, but still the trucks must meet the requirements of transport companies.

Among other things, the sleeping compartment has an air conditioning system and even a TV stand. The interior walls are lined with vinyl panels. The Freightliner Classic XL has a very spacious and ergonomic driver's seat. Especially for convenience, the right side of the dashboard is slightly curved towards the driver, which creates the feeling of a more compact workplace, where everything is at hand. The factory version of the panel is made to look like wood and resembles expensive furniture.

Despite its large dimensions and slightly angular shape, the Classic XL creates a feeling of luxury and comfort, which is sometimes so lacking in the trucks of competitors who have forgotten how important the car is for its owner.


Century Class


The first Freightliner truck produced after the transition to the control of the Daimler-Benz concern. Its very name Century – translated into Russian as “century”, “century” – already speaks volumes. This is a kind of challenge not only to competitors, but also to time, because this model was born in 1995 and personified the achievements with which Freightliner was going to enter the 21st century.



Engineers were constantly improving the design of the tractor, as a result of which they created such a convenient and fault-tolerant transport that in 1999 the Freightliner Century received a special designation S/T" (Safety/Technology), symbolizing safety and manufacturability. The main features of the Century are a self-adjusting clutch and special aerodynamics of the hood. The second allows you to significantly reduce fuel consumption due to a decrease in the level of resistance. For the same purpose, a special radiator grille has been developed, which increases air flow and promotes more efficient cooling.

The cabin is made of lightweight and wear-resistant materials, and the vibration control system, isolating the driver from extraneous noise, makes driving in the Freightliner Century Class S/T quiet and calm.

Among the high-tech “stuffing” of the tractor, one can highlight the Driver Message Center driver information system, which is an on-board computer that promptly warns the driver about fluid levels, equipment malfunctions and much more.

The Freightliner Century Class has a number of other features. For example, a bumper consists of two parts: a central steel one and plastic side ones. Thanks to this approach, in the event of a collision, the amount of overall damage to the car is reduced, and subsequent repairs will cost much less.

The steering angle of the front wheels is 50 degrees, which allows for more precise maneuvering when reversing and has a positive effect on the controllability of the truck as a whole.

The curved windshield consists of two parts. This technique, similar to a bumper, is designed to reduce costs in case of damage.

The special level of security deserves special mention. For example, the Roll Stability Control system helps control steering during a skid by braking and reducing power, and the Roll Stability Advisor warns the driver of a possible skid.

In fact, the Freightliner Century Class S/T is the first American Class 8 truck to meet (if not exceed) Swedish and European ECE R-29 crash tests. We can say that this is one of the most reliable long-haul tractors in the world.


Coronado


The Coronado is the most powerful Class 8 tractor in Freightliner's lineup, combining the best features of the Classic XL and FLD 120SD. Thanks to the large radiator and long hood, the Coronado can accommodate any Class 8 diesel engine from 425 to 600 hp. with Jake Brake function (engine braking).


The cabin and some internal components are made of aluminum to reduce the weight of the tractor and increase its payload.

The instrument panel is reminiscent of the Classic XL model: its right side is also curved, which allows you to keep all the main controls and indicators in sight. Once again, the designers have designed the interior of the cabin with a certain amount of luxury: the dashboard is decorated with Oregon Burl wood elements, the steering wheel is designed in a VIP style, it has chrome spokes with leather and wood trim.

Freightliner Coronado's front wheels swivel 50 degrees for excellent maneuverability in tight spaces and heavy traffic.

Thanks to the chrome bumper on the outside, the cab is well protected from damage. The design is aimed at reducing costs in the event of an accident or other incident, so the wings of the machine can be replaced individually.



Argosy is named after the ancient Greek pioneer ship Argo. The “youngest” tractor from Freightliner, born in 1998. More than $70 million was spent on development, but by all accounts it was worth it. Argosy has not only a unique design, but also excellent technical characteristics. For example, its stability and controllability are not affected by an increase in the total load. In addition, Freightliner engineers did not forget about driver comfort by solving the problem of getting into the cabin: steps are installed on the driver and passenger sides that extend when the doors are opened and retract when closed.


The Freightliner Argosy features many improvements that were planned for other models but were not implemented for various reasons. These include, for example, a thermally insulating partition between the engine and the driver’s cabin, which was designed for the Century Class. Of course, the most noticeable thing about the “Large Merchant Ship” (and this is exactly how Argosy is translated) is the absence of a long hood, which is inherent in many mainline tractors, and indeed in the “freightliners” themselves. In this model, the engine is located where it belongs - behind the radiator grille under the driver's seat. Thanks to this solution, the cabin design became more reliable.

The Argosy also stands out for its maneuvering capabilities. Thanks to the steering angle (50 degrees) and the distance between the center of the front axle and the bumper (40 inches), improved weight transfer is ensured.

The interior of the cabin has also undergone a number of changes, although the dashboard, according to tradition, is curved. The elements located on the panel have become larger and are all highlighted. The Driver Information System now works in conjunction with the Data Logging Unit (DLU) to receive and record fault messages. Then this data can be easily transferred to a regular computer and the cause of the problem can be determined.


Sterling


The history of the Sterling brand is not as rich as that of Freightliner. The most interesting fact is probably the presence of five different enterprises called Sterling. Moreover, they were created at different times, by different people, but all in the automotive sector. However, at the moment there is one manufacturer in the world called Sterling, which, as mentioned above, is the former freight division of Ford, bought out by Freightliner in 1999.


Heavy mainline tractors are represented by several modifications of vehicles with the A9500 index, which differ in many technical parameters (engine brand and power, gearbox type, suspension design, dimensions and type of sleeping compartment). The undisputed flagship of the A9500 series is the Silver Star model.

The “Silver Star” – a powerful, reliable, easy-to-use, comfortable and truly beautiful car – contains all the best developments of Sterling. This is a quintessentially American long-distance truck, designed and equipped to make the driver feel right at home. True, the basic configuration of the tractor does not pamper the buyer. Standard equipment includes only roof-mounted marker lights and an air purifier. But for an additional fee, the Sterling 9500 acquires many additional devices, such as an improved aerodynamic package and others.

Sterling 9500 is available in two wheel arrangements - 4x2 and 6x4. The game presents the second option. Its weight is 30 tons.


Western Star


Unlike most other North American truck manufacturers, Western Star is a relatively young company - it was founded in 1967 and quickly managed to gain a foothold in the market, producing a range of models of heavy trucks for various purposes (highway and special-purpose). Initially, the cars were assembled at a plant in the Canadian province of British Columbia, and at the beginning of this century - after the company became part of the Freightliner concern - production moved to Portland (Oregon).


The star flagship is rightfully considered the EX 4900 long-haul tractor, which is mainly intended for individual truckers who prefer classic cars. Beginning in 2002, the Western Star EX 4900 was available in the LowMax version, which has a sleeper cab height nearly a full foot lower than standard models.

The LowMax hugs the road like a racing car, but at the same time retains all the charm of a classic American truck.

The center of gravity of this machine is very low, which gives it greater stability and controllability and makes it ideal for towing trailers with a high center of gravity - car transporters, grain hoppers, livestock carriers - as well as for transporting sea yachts.

If you read this article to the end, you have not only expanded your horizons and knowledge in the field of American tractors, but also expanded your army of Truckers fans in absentia. Of course, screenshots from the game cause a lot of criticism and internal contradiction in emotions. The game definitely won’t be able to please the gamer spoiled by gaming blockbusters with modern graphics. Time will tell whether the new “Truckers” will be able to “come out” due to attention to detail, a well-developed game world, and a focus on the atmosphere and romance of being a truck driver. There's not long to wait. Until November.

* 121–212 cm
** Society of Automobile Engineers, SAE

Which tractor in the game has the most successful driving characteristics, in your opinion, and has the nicest appearance and interior?

I love cars with a “vertical” hood)

Alexander (Talmadge)  there is a car in d3 with a 6-speed gearbox

Evgeny (Agner)  Freightliner FLD 120 Classic XL

Yury (Margot)  Why is everyone so obsessed with Argosy? It has a small tank and a power of 575 hp. With. - far from the biggest, it won’t get into fifth gear without a slide! There are much more powerful and stylish ones!

Yarik (Abiezer)  if you make the engine, it will be cool and install nitro tuning, make the interior then swallow

Oleg (Anandmayi)  Andrey, Kenworth W900L (Titan Ventura) and Kenworth T800 (Titan Inyo) are the best in terms of characteristics (they take corners well at speed and resist skidding better than others during emergency braking), the best Coronado car in terms of speed of acceleration, well appearance and interior - everyone has different tastes...

Igor (Linton)  where to buy the game

David (Godelive)  for me, the most successful car in terms of profitability, speed and unpretentiousness is the Sterling 9500 Sport with either 800 or 1000 horsepower. and at 1200 the car is already too gluttonous, you taxi to the gas station too often. and I didn’t see any upgrades for it anywhere...

Igor (Linton)  what is the best game and what is 1c I’m learning.

Danila (Krystlea)  CHEETAH

Alexander (Talmadge)  here he is..
Do you recognize him?? ..=)

Ilya (Zaynab)  Alexander, he was not added to d3

Sergey (Ilani)  please give me the serial number I can’t enter the game

Sergey (Ilani)  GGEEPPAARRDD

Seymur (Penzima)  David, she is fully upgraded

David (Godelive)  Seymour, who, sterling 1200??

Seymur (Penzima)  Andrey, I think it’s a Freightliner Coronado

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Only DAF and Peterbilt

Vitaly (Aston)  for me, Daf, Scania, Volvo and Storm are difficult to drive.
Mak and Flyner are a little better, but in my opinion the best are Petya, Ken, Kamaz, and the German and French. I didn't have to ride the rest.
I myself ride on a Kamaz tractor, or on a storm (not a tractor), a bus and a SUV.

Vitaly (Aston)  by the way, maybe someone doesn’t know that it’s good to use reverse gear to brake when cornering. ANY, I repeat ANY car will go perfectly and without skidding. If anyone is interested, write a PM

Lans (Sharmain)  Why PM, write here)

Vitaly (Aston)  in short, when you fly in any car, let’s say a truck (it carries more), sometimes you realize that you can’t get into the turn and the brake means skidding! stupidly engage reverse gear and continue to press the gas (without ctrl), then the car will slow down and will not skid, this is due to the fact that the program assumes that the skid will happen when you press the brake, but the developers do not teach this trick and we can say that the car brakes itself yourself when you let off the gas. it just happens much faster.

Mikhail (Alabama)  I think it’s a cool car - Scania.... and Kenworth....

Ilya (Joela)  Volvo and Navistar Eagle

Evgeny (Frey)  1.Storm
2.Mac Vision - I love it for its quiet ride, although it’s not powerful
3. Peterbilt - runs confidently and quickly.

Max (Alarica)  I like the Mercedes Actros. It looks like the real thing both inside and out

Sasha (Hiromi)  storm. volvo

Sergey (Susan)  and about Nislov’s Gazelle))) for me it’s DAF, it’s the fastest!! around the corners it's a Renault!

Damir (Azaziah)  Kamaz is not the same when you go uphill in the mountains, it doesn’t pull the thing, it’s a scania

Nikita (Bhadraksha)  so no one will pull uphill, you force the engine and accelerate before each climb! Of course, if you stand on a mountain with a steep climb, any tractor will roll down

Roman (Kasir)  6460 white with semi-trailer 141 was walking, but flew into the lake not far from the bay before reaching the fork.
and even with boost it’s a dead number. from the gas tank under the mines I pulled the tank to the gas station (not far there) and walked uphill at 30-40 km/h!!!

Lans (Sharmain)  >>was walking uphill at 30-40 km/h!!!
quite realistic speed for a trailer on a pass.

In general, right now I’m running without upgrades, because... much more realistic, especially those who play with a steering wheel will understand.

Seryoga (Karniella)  The coolest cars in Truckers 2 are Volvo and Daf

Seryoga (Karniella)  by the way, the bench is also nothing!

Seryoga (Karniella)  who developed the highest speed I was driving 193 in a Volvo!! on the road between Klyuchi and Elnino

Vitaly (Aston)  Yana Petka empty without a truck, tuned to 215 AC then)))

Alexey (Jing)  is there evidence??

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