Features:
- For BeamNG.drive 0.40.x
- Made by Mathoine
- Based on the real Lotus 72D Formula One race car (1971-1975)
- 3.0-liter Ford Cosworth DFV V8 producing around 420 hp
- Lightweight open-wheeler chassis weighing about 550 kg
- Rear-wheel drive with manual gearbox
- 11 driver livery configurations included
- Bias-ply tire simulation for period-accurate handling
- AI integration for races and career mode
- Electronic driver aids with ABS enabled by default
- Crash test dummy support added
- Simplified Jbeam structure for improved performance
This mod brings the Lotus 72D, one of the most iconic Formula One cars of the early 1970s, into BeamNG.drive. Famous for its wedge-shaped bodywork, side-mounted radiators, and inboard brakes, the 72D was a technical leap forward for its era and helped Lotus secure a championship season.
In the simulation, the car features a 3.0-liter Ford Cosworth DFV V8 engine producing roughly 420 hp, paired with a lightweight chassis weighing around 550 kg. The latest version adds AI support for races and career mode, electronic driver aids with ABS enabled by default, revised bias-ply tires, and an updated aerodynamic setup, along with crash test dummy compatibility and a smaller file size.
Eleven different livery configurations are included, each representing the open-wheeler race car in various race number setups. Handling is light and responsive but demanding, rewarding smooth and precise inputs over abrupt ones.
This mod suits players who enjoy classic motorsport simulation and want a technically accurate, challenging vintage Formula One experience. Keyboard controls are not recommended due to the car's need for fine throttle, brake, and steering input.
