FS25 McHale F550 V1.0

What’s Been Done
Completely rebuilt model from a fresh canvas
Condensed the model (previously had hundreds of transform groups)
Removed old diffuse setup and rebuilt using UDIM workflow
Reworked materials properly in Blender
Added proper mask system (previously missing)
Improved key areas like the main body and pickup
Key Features / Changes
Supports 125cm and 150cm bales
(180cm not possible due to model size)
Optional beacon light
Bale wrap added (as per original release)
Optional Crop Preserve Tank
Enables silage additive
Allows 5% bonus on silage bales
Wheel hubs now match baler colour
Pickup wheels now corrected and static (no longer incorrectly mounted/moving)
Overall model improvements
Much improved dirt, wear, and wetness masks

 

[FarmerBoy]

The McHale F550 V1.0 mod for Farming Simulator 25 has undergone extensive improvements and enhancements. Here are the key changes that have been made to the mod:

1. Complete model rebuild: The mod has been rebuilt from scratch, resulting in a more efficient and optimized model structure.

2. Streamlined model: The number of transform groups in the model has been reduced, leading to better performance and easier maintenance.

3. UDIM workflow: The diffuse setup has been updated to use the UDIM workflow, which enhances texture mapping and quality.

4. Reworked materials: Materials have been reworked in Blender to improve visual quality and realism.

5. Added mask system: A proper mask system has been implemented, which was missing in the previous version of the mod.

6. Improved key areas: Significant improvements have been made to key areas such as the main body and pickup of the baler.

7. Bale size support: The mod now supports 125cm and 150cm bales, while 180cm bales are not possible due to model size constraints.

8. Optional beacon light: A beacon light can now be optionally added to the baler.

9. Bale wrap feature: The bale wrap functionality has been added, consistent with the original release of the mod.

10. Optional Crop Preserve Tank: A Crop Preserve Tank feature has been included, enabling the use of silage additive for a 5% bonus on silage bales.

11. Wheel hub color matching: Wheel hubs now match the baler color for a more cohesive look.

12. Pickup wheel improvements: Pickup wheels have been corrected and are now static, eliminating previous issues with mounting and movement.

13. Overall model enhancements: The model has undergone various improvements, including better dirt, wear, and wetness masks for enhanced visual realism.

These changes and features contribute to an improved and more functional version of the McHale F550 V1.0 mod for Farming Simulator 25.