How to Make a Train in the Create Mod

Jul 6, 2024

How to Make a Train in the Create Mod

Introduction

  • Video Structure: Use time stamps to skip parts.
  • Topics Covered: Detailed steps to build a train in the Create Mod.

Key Items

  • Train Tracks
  • Train Casings
  • Train Schedule
  • Train Station
  • Train Observer
  • Train Signal
  • Train Controls
  • Train Door & Trapdoor (Aesthetic purposes)

Building Train Tracks

Basic Track Placement

  • Right-Click & Drag: Bulk place tracks by right-clicking another track.
  • Color Indicators: Green (good), Red (too sharp).
  • Sprint Key Feature: Holding sprint key while placing tracks makes smoother curves.
  • Elevation Changes: Place tracks up/down depending on requirements.

Adding Supports and Decor

  • Off-Hand Block Placement: Automatically place blocks like metal girders under tracks.

Special Features

  • Nether Travel: Trains can travel through nether portals, collecting resources like lava.
  • Unloaded Chunks: Trains operate in unloaded chunks and become visible when a player is nearby.
  • Train Stops: Trains can stop at designated stations.

The Train Station

Overview

  • Function: Automatically stops trains and allows scheduling.
  • Arrow Indicator: Shows the direction of train travel.
  • Redstone Integration: Can trigger redstone signals when a train arrives.
  • Display Links: Display train schedules on boards.

Display Links

  • Display Pending Departures: Countdown until the next train arrives.
  • Display Train Status: Countdown for how long train will stay at station before departing.

Building the Train

Required and Optional Blocks

  • Required: Train Casing, Train Station, Super Glue, Train Controls, (optional: second Train Controls, train schedule, mob or blaze burner).
  • Optional: Chest, fuel, display boards, cogwheel, power source, display link, deep slate, trap doors (aesthetic).

Building Steps

  1. Place Train Station: Select a track, ensure the arrow points in desired direction.
  2. Create Train: Name the station, create a new train, place Train Casing on blue area for bogeys (wheels).
  3. Build Car: Place train controls, blaze burner/mob seat, and assemble the car using desired materials.
  4. Super Glue Everything: Ensure all parts are glued to bogeys.
  5. Assemble Train: No errors should appear; the train is now operational.
  6. Naming: Name your train for easy identification.
  7. Operating the Train: Right-click controls, use W (forward), S (back), and adjust speed with scroll wheel. Space automatically approaches next station.

Using Train Schedule

  • Purpose: Automate train routes.
  1. Create Stations: Define all stations with desired wait times.
  2. Set Schedule: Use train schedule to define start and end stations, add optional delays and conditions (time of day, fluid cargo, etc.). Apply to blaze/mob to automate.

Additional Features

Fuel and Accessories

  • Fuel Storage: Chests/barrels with burnable fuel improve performance.
  • Steam Whistle: Requires fluid tank with steam.
  • Seats: Add seats for player/mobs.
  • Easy Mob Placement: Use lead to place mobs in seats.

Train Observer

  • Redstone Detection: Detects resources (e.g., lava, water) on train and triggers redstone signals to change tracks or perform other actions.

Train Signal

  • Function: Prevents collisions by acting like traffic lights.
  • Placement: Arrows indicate direction control, can place multiple signals for complex tracks.
  • Nixie Tubes: Enhance visibility of signals.
  • Brass Signal: Checks train size to prevent overlapping/blocked traffic.

Train Relocation

  • Using a Wrench: Relocate trains in small increments.
  • Disassembly: Disassemble at stations to modify design.

Conclusion

  • Summary: Detailed guide to Create Mod train building and operation.
  • Encouragement: Experiment in creative mode, ask questions, share ideas like Polar Express or Hogwarts train.

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