Best truck/combo/method Hardcore settings?

[piper.spirit]

Playing through the levels on hardcore settings to get the achievements, and i'm just wondering what truck combinations people use? I understand there are pros and cons for each truck, and selections can depend on the map, but in general what do people find most effective?

I completed the bog using c375, with a crane attached carrying medium logs. I felt this truck performed average, as it seemed to struggle big time with heavy loads in hardcore settings. It flipped over several times, and it didn't perform as well as I had expected. The next map the island, it couldn't handle the slopped terrain under load at all. Is this truck slightly over rated?

I switched to the c255 and it was extremely reliable. Even though the fuel consumption is higher, it has a higher fuel capacity, and you get an extremely stable truck that can handle bad terrain really well. I also felt the crane was superior in it's placement vs the c375.

What are your favourite trucks to use?

[Emaulligu]

The C255 is a monster capable of handling medium/long logs without a sweat, but it's offset by its enormous fuel consumption.

I usually have a "roamer" lightweight C-class equipped with a fuel tank that makes the trip between the fuel station and my log truck.
If possible also dedicate a truck to crane duty, the crane adon is extremely heavy and adds unneeded weight onto your truck, so if you can spare a truck solely for loading, that'll make your logger truck slightly more useable.

[Emaulligu]

I've played more Spintires so I tend to rely on the famliar C255 and C4320 to do the job and they're perfectly capable.
I've done medium logs deliveries with the B131, it's doable but you'd better not be in a hurry.

[K***boo]

Weird question, you use whatever spawned on the map.

You can also restart the map over and over to get the truck you want. C-4320 is my favourite because it seems that just like in Snowrunner, thinner tires are better.

But really the only "requirement" is being able to haul 4 points worth of logs. Self-loading crane is not worth it IMO.

[piper.spirit]

Originally posted by K***boo:

Weird question, you use whatever spawned on the map.

You can also restart the map over and over to get the truck you want. C-4320 is my favourite because it seems that just like in Snowrunner, thinner tires are better.

But really the only "requirement" is being able to haul 4 points worth of logs. Self-loading crane is not worth it IMO.

You realise you can actually choose what vehicles you want before starting a map? You can select 2 or 3 to be available at the starting location.

A self loading crane is essential for hardcore setting as no log stations are available- all loading is done by the player manually at the kiosk. From my own experience, on hardcore, i've had far more success transporting short logs than medium or long.

Originally posted by Emaulligu:

I've played more Spintires so I tend to rely on the famliar C255 and C4320 to do the job and they're perfectly capable.
I've done medium logs deliveries with the B131, it's doable but you'd better not be in a hurry.

Yeah i like this strategy. Even though the fuel consumption of c255 is not too extreme, it probably consumes enough to warrant a dedicated resupply truck. The significant cost/time to organise fuel imo is worth it, as the advantages of extra reliability/stability on hardcore is extremely beneficial imo. I think maybes dedicating c375 for this role could be an option because it is lightweight.

[Emaulligu]

I've completed every map in Hardcore with the supplied selection, sometimes even less.
Do keep in mind that the trucks that spawn on the map are part of a list, you may not always get the same trucks at the same location everytime you play the map.

That being said if you keep flipping your trucks it may be due to your driving.

[mud]

have always used C375, C4320, C4310 as my go to trucks. quite right in the vehicles handling very different. will say the med load is the hardest, because of the trailer connection. it is a pintle hook type and can flex more than the rest. the urals (c375, c4320) have great ground clearance, but are also a bit more unstable than say the kamaz (c4310) or kraz (c255). the kraz is quite the powerhouse and decently stable, but is also low sling and high centers easier. the kamaz is a good balance between these two imo. good ground clearance, plenty of power, and decently stable. personally i like the challenge of less low powered vehicles/more unstable ones. would recommend a good challenge to try, but no one has ever been interested in it. good luck and have fun

[piper.spirit]

I just completed Seashore level on hardcore using only the C432010 truck, with the loading crane and medium logs trailer. Very impressed with the performance, no tipping, no problems. Fuel consumption was extremely good too.

This truck feels like a more balanced version of the c255. It has slightly less stability, however has better performance in terms of fuel usage, and can transport medium logs with a crane. C432010 is possibly the best in the game imo.

[K***boo]

Originally posted by piper.spirit #StandWithUkraine:

You realise you can actually choose what vehicles you want before starting a map?

What is the point of playing Hardcore if you're not going to 1-star it?

A self loading crane is essential for hardcore setting as no log stations are available

You need a fuel tank at the log station anyway and the truck that hauls it there may as well do the loading.