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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

SwitchRail

for adding switch and a rail control system

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Quick answer

Which SwitchRail release should I use?

Updated 3 years ago
Latest stable file switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar
Game version 1.16.5
Loader forge

switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar targets 1.16.5. 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 SwitchRail required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release No loader listed
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

What else does switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar need?

switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

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 SwitchRail without breaking your instance.

Built for switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar. It targets 1.16.5; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    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.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside switchrail-1.16.5-8.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does SwitchRail add?

This mod add to minecraft the desired switchrail to the game. This mod is adding also a system of control to allow a player to control direction of a train from a near place.

This mod includes the possibility of changing switch directly using switch lever.

I also add a resource pack that improve the rendering of normal rail.

The resource pack for better rendering : Better Railways

please do not hesitate to complain about bugs in this mod I will try to correct them.

If you have any bugs or any new ideas for Switchrail, go on the discord forum : discord.gg/Fm5WDWFW

Matt1999rd2

Project description from CurseForge.

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SwitchRail by Minecraft version and loader

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7 available setups

Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.

Recent files

SwitchRail versions and loaders

12 of 12 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.