Shape File Manager 2.5 - Msts

Shape File Manager (SFM) v2.5 is a specialized utility for Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS) and Open Rails (OR) used to modify 3D shape files (.s) and their corresponding definition files (.sd) without needing complex 3D modeling software. It is a revised version of Paul Gausden's original SFM v2.4a. Key Features of Version 2.5

Remove the light and animation definitions (advanced) or simply use the SFM interface to strip unnecessary data. Why Version 2.5? msts shape file manager 2.5

Common Issues: A frequent error is "Compress/Uncompress failed to complete," often caused by the program not being able to find the location of ffeditc_unicode.exe within the MSTS directory. Where to Find It Shape File Manager (SFM) v2

Phase 3: Swapping the Texture

1. Right-click on GP38_BODY.ace inside SFM.
2. Choose Change Image.
3. Browse to your newly painted texture (e.g., GP38_REDSTRIPE.ace).
4. Click OK. SFM updates the reference immediately.

Editing H-Lights (Headlights)

Under the Lights tab, you can adjust:

Benefits of Using MSTS Shape File Manager 2.5 Right-click on GP38_BODY

Key Features of MSTS Shape File Manager 2.5