Euro Truck Simulator 2 Physics Free

ETS2 Physics Mod by maxx2504 (truck and cab physics) for Euro Truck Simulator 2

Physics reworked by maxx2504: truck suspension, a 1,200 kg cab, brakes, steering and interior camera. Version 1.602 for 1.60, with a 1.57 version included.

Author: maxx2504 Version: 1.602 Compatible: ETS2 1.60 (according to the author; also includes a version for 1.57) Updated: 25 Jul 2026 Reviewed: 27 Oct 2026
Download ETS2 Physics Mod by maxx2504 (truck and cab physics)

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What this mod does

ETS2 Physics Mod by maxx2504 changes the physics of every truck in Euro Truck Simulator 2, both SCS and modded ones, because it modifies a global file. The author made it for himself and a small community, and posted it on the Workshop because of its popularity. There’s also an ATS version.

What it changes

  • Steering sensitivity multipliers, for wheel or controller only.
  • Braking curve, brake torque and brake temperature.
  • Cab suspension travel and damping, with cab weight raised to 1,200 kg.
  • Redesigned truck suspension.
  • Engine and clutch viscosity, and interior camera movement.

The settings screenshot on the page is just an example: according to the author, it works with any setup.

Version

The current version is 1.602, for ETS2 1.60, and the package includes an older version for 1.57. The author doesn’t support betas.

Things to know

Give it high priority in the Mod Manager. It may not work well with American trucks because of the cab movement, and the author warns that it isn’t meant for racing-game-style driving: it reflects his personal taste.

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Highlights
  • Heavier, more realistic physics for every truck
  • Very small file
  • Active author: 65 change notes
Keep in mind
  • Latest game version confirmed by the author: 1.60. It may cause errors on 1.61; Holyfix will let you know if so.
  • May not work well with American trucks because of the cab movement
  • Not meant for arcade driving

Requirements

  • Euro Truck Simulator 2
  • No DLC or other mods needed
  • Don't combine it with other physics mods

How to install it

  1. Open the mod page on Steam Workshop and click Subscribe.
  2. Launch ETS2 and open the Mod Manager.
  3. Enable ETS2 Physics Mod by maxx2504 and move it to the top of the list.
  4. Adjust the game's physics settings to your liking: the mod works with any setup.

Common problems

Does it affect modded trucks?

Yes: the physics file is global for all trucks.

Does it work on the beta?

The author doesn't play or support betas.

What settings should I use?

The ones in the screenshot are just the author's; it works with any.

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