HDT Equipment

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (25,718 endorsements) 📥 830,933 downloads 📌 v0.3a 📅 8/23/2014
⚪ Last updated 2015

By IceKK and Jacques00art · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 5/17/2015 📅 Created: 8/23/2014
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #17 of 94 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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Description:

This mod allows bouncy HDT physics to unequipped/sheathed weapons. This mod comes in two variants:

Craftable Weapon Sling: You can craft a Weapon Sling item at a tanning rack for 3 leather strips and 1 iron ingot. The weapon sling allows bouncy HDT physics to unequipped/sheathed weapons when worn. When crafting the sling item, you will be presented with several options of which type to craft:

  • []Weapon Sling - The default weapon sling. Will only apply physics to vanilla-type weapon positions.[/] []Weapon Sling (Dual Sheath) - Compatible with dual sheaths. Uses the default dual sheath arrangement.[/] []Weapon Sling (Belted Quiver) - Compatible with dual sheaths. Uses the default belted-quiver arrangement.[/] []Weapon Sling (Dual Back Scabbard) - Compatible with dual sheaths. Uses the default back one-handed sword arrangement.[/] []Weapon Sling (Belted Back Armory) - Compatible with dual sheaths. Uses a custom arrangement, combining the belted quiver with the back one-handed swords.[/] []Weapon Sling (Well Fitted) - This may also spawn as the player's default weapon sling if Groovtama's XPMSE v2. 60+ is installed (is also craftable at a tanning rack). Will work with any custom weapon configurations set by the RaceMenu by Expired. Do not use this weapon sling if your character is not using the proper XPMSE version! Compatible with dual sheaths. []Weapon Sling (Personalized) - If you have a blacksmith's hammer in your inventory while crafting, you can also make a custom sling reserved for your own preferences (if you are using v0. 2d+, customization can be made via the MCM). Compatible with dual sheaths.
Note: "Compatible with dual sheaths" means that the physics will apply to both the right- and left-handed sheaths. This, in turn, allows you to see both sheathed weapons, given the proper mods installed. Depending on how many actors have this going on at once and your system setup, it may bog down your game. Alternatively, the vanilla variants apply physics to less bones, thus using less resources to calculate the physics.

If you have follower NPCs, you may also be able to give them slings as well. You can mix and match different sling arrangements even if you don't have a matching main skeleton. Though a matching skeleton is preferred, it is not required. Certain visual glitches between pause screens may be prevalent when using an arrangement that does not match your skeleton, but it is purely graphical and not game-breaking.

In version 0. 2b+ of this mod, the player character will automatically have a default weapon sling added to his/her inventory and equipped upon starting the game. The

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

HDT Equipment adds bouncy HDT physics to unequipped or sheathed weapons, making them sway and move naturally. With over 25,000 endorsements and 830,000 downloads, it's a popular physics enhancement for Skyrim. Last updated in 2015, it remains a staple for immersive weapon movement.

✨ Key Features

Adds HDT physics to unequipped and sheathed weapons
Weapons sway and bounce naturally with character movement
High community trust with 25,718 endorsements

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (25,718 endorsements) — this is a proven mod
  • Massive download count (830,933) shows it's widely used and stable
  • Simple concept that adds a lot of immersion — weapons feel alive

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015 — may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or HDT frameworks
  • Requires HDT physics extension (not explicitly listed but implied) — missing dependency could cause crashes
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want more lifelike weapon physics without overhauling combat. Perfect for immersion-focused modders who already use HDT. Skip if you're on Skyrim Special Edition or don't want to mess with physics setups.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have HDT Physics Extension installed first — this mod won't work without it
  • If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, check for a compatible version or use a mod manager to handle the files
  • Test with a sheathed sword on your back — if it doesn't bounce, your load order might be off

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
IceKK and Jacques00art
Version
0.3a
Downloads
830,933
Endorsements
25,718
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
8/23/2014
Updated
5/17/2015

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