Aerodrome mobile electrical unit APA-5D

[JetFighterGirl]

First teased in 2019, now that we are getting Fulcrum and Flogger it would be really nice if this unit - even as a static - comes with them. 

[Kang]

I mean, I see that this is an updated model, but generally that unit is in DCS, isn't it?

[Tank50us]

3 hours ago, Kang said:

I mean, I see that this is an updated model, but generally that unit is in DCS, isn't it?

I believe it is. It's certainly in the game files.

That said, there is a couple Diesel Generators, and any of them can be plunked down to play the visual role of a Huffer if that's what someone's looking for.

[JetFighterGirl]

13 hours ago, Kang said:

I mean, I see that this is an updated model, but generally that unit is in DCS, isn't it?

That's the point. Alike you could say we already have Abrams in the game, so why making the new one, right?

Yes generators are in game, but remember that some of us enjoy visual fidelity, not only for the game itself but also for the content making. 

Not all of the gamers are into MP air to air, and those who build missions pay attention to stuff like this, otherwise ED would not bother at all. 

[Kang]

Certainly, you had just gotten me confused for a second wishing for a vehicle that is in fact in the game. I am all in favour of getting a new model for this, especially since it seems it has been virtually done for years already.

[Viper33]

Wonder why it was not implemented yet. 

[draconus]

9 minutes ago, Viper33 said:

Wonder why it was not implemented yet. 

Beside just the 3D model and textures the game needs:

- damage model (hitboxes, programming, new destruction textures + 3D models)

- IR modeling

- ME country, category, WP actions DB update

- AI parameters for movement: speed, turning, engine power, etc.

- animations (at least for wheels turn and revolution, suspention)

- lights if available

- CA integration if applicable

...

[JetFighterGirl]

3 hours ago, draconus said:

Beside just the 3D model and textures the game needs:

- damage model (hitboxes, programming, new destruction textures + 3D models)

- IR modeling

- ME country, category, WP actions DB update

- AI parameters for movement: speed, turning, engine power, etc.

- animations (at least for wheels turn and revolution, suspention)

- lights if available

- CA integration if applicable

...

Which is:

A/ in development 

B/ resource intensive

C/ progressing albeit slowly 

[NineLine]

It will come, but we dont have any info right now to share. Thanks. 

[Gierasimov]

On 1/10/2024 at 6:32 PM, NineLine said:

It will come, but we dont have any info right now to share. Thanks. 

Thanks for the info. However it does make me wonder MRAP and Abrams being worked on right now as per Wags in recent video, and yet things teased and or mentioned years ago get only "no info". I get it that resources, cost, etc, sure thing, but just the logic seems a bit off here.