FS25 2020 John Deere W235 and W260 Swather v1.0

Introducing the 2020 John Deere W235 and W260. This mod traces it’s roots back to FS15, through FS17, FS19, FS22, and now FS25. There isn’t a single piece of mesh that hasn’t been customized or improved in some way. This mod has been converted to display water droplets on external surfaces and contains mud mesh for all tires.

Features include:
Engine options: 235hp or 260hp
Tire options: Bias button (care tire) or Radial bar (non-care tire)
Additional step: installed or removed
Beacons: installed or removed
Precision Ag: StarFire 3000/CommandCenter Only, StarFire 3000/GreenStar 3 2630, StarFire 6000/CommandCenter Only, and StarFire 6000/GreenStar 3 2630.
Dealer Sticker Options
Motorola CB w/antenna: installed or removed

Also featuring:
Accurate lighting internal and external with animated knob and LED indicators on CommandArm. 16 foot 995 rotary cutter bar (this was the precursor to the newer R500) with “windbent” custom tarp, updated hazard lighting, V-10 steel conditioning rollers, anti-slip strips, and an accurate drive motor. Accurate work lights forward and rear. Accurate cab details such as mirrors, cowls, rear tinted window, new diesel and DEF caps, new exhaust pipe, work platform, and steps. Inside the cab, you’ll find displays that indicate, changing gear indications (1 and 2), working engine speed buttons, engine hours, gal/hr, and power consumption. You’ll find an animated header engage switch as well as an animated turn signal/high beam knob. With the GreenStar 3 CommandDisplay and 2630 you can enjoy realistic startup screens and warning screens that clear as you move the swather either forward or in reverse.
The mod is prepped for Interactive Controls.
Finally, I would like to point out that this mod/edit is a combination of many different works. Without those original modders, a large portion of this would not have been within the scope of my capabilities. I would like to ensure that full credit goes to the original modders. I’ve done my best to list them here:
PolyCount for the FS19 W200 Series mod on the official ModHub
JHHG for the fold down 2630, steering column, StarFire 3000, front sunshade, and some external lighting
Skywalker Farms for the Motorola CB and antenna
Bcbuhler Farms for the header crimpers
OSFarms for the original dealer stickers
And I’m certain others that I can’t recall. Thank you!
My intention with this release is to provide a piece of machinery that the community will hopefully enjoy as much as I have enjoyed pouring over OEM manuals and technical specs, learning Blender, and honing my skills in GE to produce something impactful. As more applicable mods become available, more features will be added. Please note that some interior cab parts are not converted to the new FS25 material system and utilize a custom shader. This does not impact gameplay at this time in any way. I hope you all enjoy.
Respectfully,
Green Acres Modding

 

[FarmerBoy]

Thank you for introducing the 2020 John Deere W235 and W260 swather mod for FS25 in such detail. It's impressive to see the evolution of this mod from FS15 to now FS25, with each version bringing enhancements and improvements. The level of customization and attention to detail in this mod is truly commendable.

The variety of features such as engine options, tire options, additional steps, beacons, Precision Ag options, dealer sticker choices, and the Motorola CB with antenna, showcase the depth of customization available in this mod. The accurate lighting, detailed cutter bar, hazard lighting, steel conditioning rollers, cab details, and interactive elements like display screens and animated switches really add to the immersive experience of using this equipment in-game.

It's great to see that you have given credit to the original modders whose work contributed to this mod. The collaborative effort in combining various elements from different creators to create a comprehensive mod is a testament to the supportive modding community in FS games.

Overall, it's evident that a lot of effort, research, and passion have gone into creating this mod. Your dedication to detail and authenticity in replicating real-world machinery is highly appreciated by the community. I'm sure players will enjoy using this mod and exploring all the features and customizations it offers in their farming simulations. Great job, and thank you for your contribution to the FS25 modding community!