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BuildCraft Reborn
An unofficial BuildCraft port for Forge 1.16.5 + with quarries, pumps, pipes, engines, and fluid processing.
Quick answer
Which BuildCraft Reborn release should I use?
buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar targets 1.16.5 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is BuildCraft Reborn required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar need?
buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add BuildCraft Reborn without breaking your instance.
Built for buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar. It targets 1.16.5 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does BuildCraft Reborn add?
BuildCraft Reborn
BuildCraft Reborn is an unofficial, community-driven revival of BuildCraft. The project begins with a playable Forge 1.16.5 port and aims to keep the classic automation experience alive on newer versions over time.
Beta 1 — Forge 1.16.5
This first beta is playable and includes quarries, pumps, item and fluid pipes, engines, the Creative Engine, tanks, and fluid processing.
The basic quarry, pump logic, fluid pipes, and distillery have been tested successfully. Oil, petroleum, and related processing still require additional testing. Bugs and incomplete features are expected during this early stage.
Features
- Automated quarrying
- Fluid pumps
- Item and fluid pipes
- Engines and BuildCraft power systems
- Creative Engine with selectable speed levels
- Distillery and fluid processing
- Tanks and automation components
Roadmap
- Finish testing oil and petroleum systems
- Improve stability and rendering
- Expand and polish the current 1.16.5 release
- Port the project to newer versions, including 1.21+
Credits and licensing
Original project: BuildCraft on CurseForge.
BuildCraft Reborn is an unofficial community project and is not affiliated with the original BuildCraft team.
BuildCraft-derived code in this Forge 1.16.5 port is licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 (MPL-2.0), following the original BuildCraft license for versions 1.12.2 and newer: official license text. Files with explicit license headers retain their respective licenses. The included license files contain the full terms and attribution notices.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
BuildCraft Reborn by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
BuildCraft Reborn versions and loaders
buildcraft reborn 1.16.5 - functional beta.jar
buildcraft-8.0.1-reborn.1-all.jar
7 Sept 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.