Mercedes Campione Invictus DD 15M v1.0 for ETS2
The Comil Campione Invictus DD (Double Decker) 15M, crafted on a Mercedes-Benz chassis, is a coveted bus modification for Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2). These elegant double-decker buses dominate long-haul routes across Brazil and neighboring countries, providing an engaging and intricate passenger transport experience within ETS2.
Here’s a glance at the features you can expect from the Comil Campione Invictus DD 15M Mercedes mod for ETS2:
Essential Features:
- Exceptional Model Detail: The Invictus DD mods are celebrated for their meticulous detail, including:
- Exterior: True-to-life design that mirrors the bus’s signature look, with realistic lights, windows, luggage compartments, and elaborate body contours.
- Interior (Both Decks): This is where the mod truly excels, featuring:
- A lifelike driver’s cabin equipped with a functional dashboard, operational gauges, and interactive buttons.
- Accurately rendered passenger seats, with various options like conventional, semi-bed, or full-bed configurations.
- Restroom facilities, staircases, and often snack bar or kitchenette areas on the lower level.
- Ambient lighting to enhance the atmosphere.
- Mercedes-Benz Chassis: When labeled as “Mercedes,” the mod typically utilizes a real-life Mercedes-Benz chassis such as the O-500RSDD (like O-500RSDD Bluetec 5 or Euro 6), commonly found in Brazilian double-decker buses, which assures:
- Authentic Engine Performance: Genuine engine power (e.g., 408hp, 420hp, 450hp, depending on the O-500RSDD variant) along with appropriate Mercedes-Benz transmissions (e.g., ZF AS-Tronic).
- Handling Characteristics: Engineered physics to replicate the weight and maneuverability of a large double-decker bus.
Animations: Expect a plethora of animations for improved realism:
- Doors: Animated entrance doors for passengers (on both decks), luggage compartment doors, and the driver’s cabin door.
- Interior Controls: Animated handbrake, pedals, windshield wipers, and various dashboard switches.
- Suspension: Realistic suspension movement.
Skins and Customization:
- Diverse Skin Packs: One of the main appeals of bus mods is the extensive range of real-world company skins available, particularly for South American operators.
Customization Options:
- Modders often provide options for:
- Variety of seating types.
- Options for curtains and interior textures.
- Different wheel styles (standard Mercedes-Benz or custom bus wheels).
- Accessory slots for cabin features (compatible with SiSL’s Mega Pack).
- Custom destination signs (letreiros) featuring various route names.
Realistic Sounds:
- High-quality sound packs are vital, comprising:
- Genuine Mercedes-Benz engine sounds (often sourced from mods like those by Rafasound).
- Air brake sounds, gear changes, horn, and internal sounds for door operation.
Passenger Transport System: The mod integrates seamlessly with ETS2’s passenger system, enabling the pick-up and drop-off of passengers at bus terminals (often requiring compatible map modifications).
Compatibility: Built to function with the latest ETS2 game versions. Ensure you consult the mod’s description for specific compatibility details. These mods are best experienced with extensive, detail-rich map mods featuring bus stations and realistic road layouts, such as:
- Mapa EAA (Elite da Estrada): A premier and comprehensive Brazilian map mod.
- Mapa RBR (Rotas Brasileiras): Another exceptional Brazilian map offering.
- Various regional South American map mods.
Credits: altec
Installing ETS2 or ATS Mods:
Installing mods in Euro Truck Simulator 2 is simple. Download the mod, then copy/unzip the files into: “My Documents\Euro Truck Simulator 2\mod” folder. For American Truck Simulator (ATS), place mods in: “My Documents\American Truck Simulator\mod” folder. You can use WinRAR or 7zip to unzip files. After unzipping, activate the mods you wish to use.
