update · December 14, 2023
BeamNG.drive v0.31 Update Brings Gavril T-Series Overhaul and VR Tweaks
BeamNG.drive version 0.31 delivers a massive remaster of the iconic Gavril T-Series alongside new trailers, cargo boxes, and virtual reality improvements. Players can also explore expanded areas on the West Coast, USA map and enjoy streamlined keybinds.
BeamNG.drive version 0.31 introduces a comprehensive overhaul to the classic Gavril T-Series truck lineup, alongside new trailers, map expansions, and quality-of-life adjustments. The update focuses heavily on heavy transport mechanics, physical mirror previews, and user interface tweaks.
Gavril T-Series Overhaul
The Gavril T-Series receives a complete rebuild featuring a new cabover variant, updated conventional cabs, mechanical components, aerodynamic sleepers, and a tanker upfit. New technical additions include compression brake support, a slidable fifth wheel with more realistic coupling, pneumatic simulations, and walking beam tandem rear suspensions. Early model configurations with round headlights and no front brakes are also available.
Trailers and Cargo Options
Two new trailers join the roster: the Container Trailer and the Frameless Dump Trailer. The Container Trailer comes in 20ft and 40ft variants with extendable chassis and pneumatic lockers. The Frameless Dump Trailer offers lightweight square box end dump configurations ranging from two to three axles. A new trailer dolly with single and tandem axle options supports pintle hitches for creating road trains, while the new Cargo Load Box can be installed on most vehicles with adjustable weight capabilities.
Map Expansions and Gameplay
The West Coast, USA map expands with a new fuel station, commercial garage, and an updated police station featuring a parking garage. New missions have been added across West Coast, Industrial, Utah, and Italy. Vehicle setup modules in missions now support multiple preset vehicles. Gameplay adjustments allow players to operate vehicle triggers, such as trailer attachments, without leaving their current vehicle.
Keybind Changes and VR Updates
Keybinds for the I key, Alt+R, and Alt+Shift+R have been deprecated to free up duplicate inputs, leaving R, F2, and Shift+F2 as standard. Players can reassign these manually if desired. Experimental virtual reality mode receives headset resolution controls, a revamped options menu, VRAM memory leak fixes, and distance-based trigger interactions using VR controllers.
Why this patch matters
Version 0.31 significantly deepens the simulation aspects of trucking and hauling in BeamNG.drive while cleaning up long-standing interface and control redundancies.