Pseudo-Realistic Carry Weight (plus item weight overhaul)
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #36 of 47 Overhauls mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
THIS MOD IS GEARED MORE TOWARDS HARDCORE MODE & VETERANS OF FNV.
It's totally viable to use without hardcore mode on, but I'd recommend it moreso with the mode enabled. That being said, this mod is supposed to make things more challenging and enhance the RP experience by making Strength more significant as a stat.
This mod uses a scriptrunner (meaning it's ESP-Less) to change the carry weight base to 25 lbs. Each point of strength adds another 5 lbs, totaling to 75. Carry Weight perks (Strong Back & Burden to Bear) are also appropriately tweaked to accommodate the changes. Strong Back now gives +10 to carry weight & Burden to Bear gives +15, equating to a total of 100 lbs with full Strength and both perks. This also optionally includes weight changes to just about all items. Weapon attachments that decrease weight have not been forgotten and are included with balanced changes. This optional file is highly recommended to accompany the carry weight change. This mod is easily configurable and straightforward, so if you feel like you want to tweak something or use it as a base to completely overhaul the carry weight yourself then that is completely fine.
ONE LAST IMPORTANT NOTE.
There is a soft requirement for YUP if using the optional item weights overhaul file, as I've included changes to its version of the 10mm weathered pistol. If for some reason you do not have YUP installed, simply go into the file and delete the 10mm weathered pistol line (use ctrl+f to find it) or else it will be rendered obsolete.
ESP-Less carry weight overhaul that shifts the system toward realism, with optional weight changes for most items, including perks and weapon attachments. Compact mod with 18 endorsements and 6,542 downloads, last updated April 2024.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- ESP-Less means it's lightweight and won't clutter your load order.
- Optional item weight overhaul adds depth without forcing changes.
- Decent download count (6,542) shows some interest despite low endorsements.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 18 endorsements—community hasn't fully embraced it yet.
- No detailed instructions or compatibility notes from the author.
- Last updated April 2024—may not be tested with the latest game patches.
For players who want a more grounded carry weight system without messing with plugins. If you're tired of hoarding everything, this adds a touch of realism. Skip if you prefer arcade-style inventory management.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's ESP-Less, just drop the files into your Data folder—no mod manager needed.
- If you enable the item weight overhaul, expect to re-evaluate what you carry; prioritize essentials.
- Test with a new save to avoid any weirdness with existing inventory.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- gtnerd
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 6,542
- Endorsements
- 18
- Category
- Overhauls
- Created
- 4/9/2024
- Updated
- 4/9/2024
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