FS25 FDR Logging mod pack v8.1

All right, lumberjacks!

Version 8.1 HF
Modified on Nov 18, 2025

Mod update 6.0 is now available for download.

6.0 PATCH NOTES
NEW MODS
ELTEC GRABBER
TIGERCAT 234B (TRACKS)
B-PULL WOOD HANGER + PUP

UPDATE CHANGES
ALL MAPS – SLIGHTLY INCREASED TREE FRICTION TO PREVENT SLIPPING/GLABING
ALL TRACK MACHINES – FIXED ISSUES WITH TRACKS SUSPENSING ON UNEVEN OR UNEVEN GROUND
SKIDDER/FORWARDER – FIXED ISSUES WHERE TIRES SLOWLY SLIDE ON THE GROUND IN PARK
ALL REPAIRS – IMPROVED GRIP STRENGTH AND HOLD, BETTER REWIND AND HOLD
ALL BUNDLE HEADS – ADJUSTED GRABBER ARMS FOR BETTER TREE GRABERS
ALL BUNDLE HEADS – ADJUSTED CUTTING ANGLE Helps with disappearing trees when felling
All Bundle Heads – Blade cuts closer to the ground to make removing stumps easier
Lumberjack Mack – Fixed an issue where the fifth wheel would lift too high when connecting

5.0 Patch Notes

Update Changes
All save games are backed up with this update

Bug Fix – Fixed an issue where the cab would bounce and hop with the Giants FS 1.9 update
All Machines/Logs – All machine/log weights are now compatible with in-game weights
All Grapples – Rebalanced claw handles to support new logs/weights
Hanging Head Clamp – Larger and wider
Hanging Head Clamp – Larger grapple size
ALL BUNDLE HEADS – GREAT REVISED CUTNODES + NEW PHYSICS BOOSTER PLATE

ALL BUNDLE HEADS – FIXED ISSUING FALLEN TREES LEAVING LARGE “COOKIE HUMPS”
ALL LOGGING HUGES – CAN NOW DRIVE OVER FALLEN TREES THANKS TO NEW LIGHTER WEIGHTS AND NEW SUSPENSIONS

4.0 PATCH NOTES
NEW MODS
LOGGER MACK SUPER
DOOSAN DX255 LL
CLARK 880
DANGLE CLAM E GRAPPLE

UPDATE CHANGES
ALL MAPS – WOOD FRICTION AND PHYSICS ADJUSTED TO SMALL IMPROVE HANDLING
ALL MAPS – WOOD WEIGHTS REDUCED BY 10%
ALL GRAPPLE – IMPROVED GRIP STRENGTH AND HOLD FOR NEW TREES PHYSICS
HANGING GRAPPERS – FIXED: RIGHT CLAWS CLOSE FASTER THAN LEFT
MACK LOGGER – FIXED: TOP HEADACHE RACK RODS TURN BROWN FROM DIRT AND WEAR
ALL BUNDLE HEADS – ARM COLLISION AND GRIP STRENGTH ADJUSTED FOR BETTER TREE CONTROL AND SMOOTHER GRIP
ALL BUNDLE HEADS – IMPROVED CUTTING NODES FOR SMOOTHER AND FASTER CUTTING

V3.0 Quick Hotfix Update
Several people have submitted bug reports regarding faulty bundle head properties after today’s 3.0 update. This was my mistake, a last-minute numerical change that I forgot to correct.

3.0 PATCH NOTES
NEW MODS
NEW MAP – PELICAN LAKE TIMBER CONVEYOR MAP
NEW MOD – TIGERCAT 630H SKIDDER
NEW MOD – TIGERCAT 635H SKIDDER
NEW MOD – TIGERCAT 855E
NEW MOD – AXIS FORESTRY T22HD PROCESSOR

UPDATE CHANGES
ALL MAPS – SLIGHTLY INCREASED TREE FRICTION TO PREVENT LOG SLIPPERS
ALL MAPS – INCREASED TREE WEIGHT FOR BETTER SETTLEMENT AND RESPONSE
ALL MAPS – ADJUSTED TREE DAMPING EFFECTS TO REDUCE TREES WHEN STACKED
ALL WINCHES – PROBLEM FIXED THAT THE WINCH ROPE WAS STUCK BEHIND THE WINCH OR DIFFICULT TO PULL OUT

ALL WINCHES – MADE THIS WAY The winch can be activated slightly further away from the original winch for easier operation.
All machines – Slightly increased weight and stiffer suspension for easier tipping on slopes.
All machines – Improved tracks for better turning and driving.
All machines – All engines and tracks provide more traction and torque for hill climbing.
All tractors – Improved suspension for better buoyancy on uneven terrain.
All tractors – Increased front weight for easier steering with heavier bundles.
All bundle heads – Increased traction for better log gathering.
All bundle heads – Slightly reduced overall weight for easier tipping and control of larger trees.
All grapples – Slightly increased friction to address reports of excessive log slippage.
Mack Timber Transporter – Improved performance for those who have difficulty transporting timber on uneven terrain.
Low Loader – Improved transport performance and adjusted collisions for a smoother ride.

 

[FarmerBoy]

Thank you for sharing the detailed patch notes for the FDR Logging mod pack version 8.1. It seems like there are a lot of improvements and new additions in each update. Here are some key points from the updates:

**Version 6.0:**
- Added new mods like Eltec Grabber, Tigercat 234B (Tracks), B-Pull Wood Hanger + Pup.
- Various fixes and improvements such as increased tree friction on all maps, fixed issues with tracks on uneven ground, improved grip strength and hold for repairs, adjusted grabber arms for better tree grabbing, and more.

**Version 5.0:**
- Backed up all save games.
- Fixed cab bouncing issue with Giants FS 1.9 update, rebalanced claw handles, adjusted log weights, improved grapple sizes, and fixed various issues with bundle heads and logging.

**Version 4.0:**
- Added new mods including Logger Mack Super, Doosan DX255 LL, Clark 880, Dangle Clam E Grapple.
- Adjusted wood friction and physics on all maps, reduced wood weights, improved grip strength, fixed various issues with bundle heads, and improved cutting nodes.

**Version 3.0:**
- Added new mods such as Pelican Lake Timber Conveyor Map, Tigercat 630H Skidder, Tigercat 635H Skidder, Tigercat 855E, Axis Forestry T22HD Processor.
- Made adjustments to tree friction, weight, damping effects, winches, machine weight and suspension, traction, tracks, suspension on tractors, steering weight, log gathering, log control, friction on grapples, and performance improvements for various vehicles.

Overall, it seems like each update focuses on enhancing the gameplay experience, fixing bugs, and adding new content to make the logging operations smoother and more enjoyable. Players can expect better handling, improved physics, and new equipment to use in their forestry activities.