For a step-by-step visual on the file-swapping method and specific IDs for the tank gun and projectiles, watch this guide: Make your own Tank - TABS Yukishi Goemon YouTube• Apr 30, 2022 Guide :: How to make Tanks,Raptors,and Horses
Open the TABS Unit Creator and start a new unit. Do not give it clothing or weapons yet, as these can conflict with the tank model. Save it and give it a unique name. how-to-make-a-tank-in-tabs-unit-creator
Making a tank in the Unit Creator is unique because the standard in-game editor doesn't natively allow you to select the tank chassis as a "base" for a humanoid wobbler. To truly build one, you have to use a "file-swapping" technique to change a standard unit's ID to the hidden Tank base ID. 1. The Core "Tank Base" Method For a step-by-step visual on the file-swapping method
Look for a hole in the ground behind the church, hidden among a cluster of four trees. Making a tank in the Unit Creator is
Open the .unit file using Notepad or Notepad++ . Find the line "m_unitBase" and change its "m_ID" to 1620026876 (the internal ID for the Tank base).
If you want a soldier sitting on top, you must create a separate unit for the rider first, then assign that unit as a "Rider" in the Base tab of your tank unit. 2. Customizing the Tank
Once you reload the game, your unit will appear as a tank. You can now adjust its specific combat behaviors.
For a step-by-step visual on the file-swapping method and specific IDs for the tank gun and projectiles, watch this guide: Make your own Tank - TABS Yukishi Goemon YouTube• Apr 30, 2022 Guide :: How to make Tanks,Raptors,and Horses
Open the TABS Unit Creator and start a new unit. Do not give it clothing or weapons yet, as these can conflict with the tank model. Save it and give it a unique name.
Making a tank in the Unit Creator is unique because the standard in-game editor doesn't natively allow you to select the tank chassis as a "base" for a humanoid wobbler. To truly build one, you have to use a "file-swapping" technique to change a standard unit's ID to the hidden Tank base ID. 1. The Core "Tank Base" Method
Look for a hole in the ground behind the church, hidden among a cluster of four trees.
Open the .unit file using Notepad or Notepad++ . Find the line "m_unitBase" and change its "m_ID" to 1620026876 (the internal ID for the Tank base).
If you want a soldier sitting on top, you must create a separate unit for the rider first, then assign that unit as a "Rider" in the Base tab of your tank unit. 2. Customizing the Tank
Once you reload the game, your unit will appear as a tank. You can now adjust its specific combat behaviors.