JK's Skyrim Better Cranes - Base Object Swapper
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 7 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
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #30 of 154 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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[]Replaces JK's Skyrim's cranes in Riften and Dawnstar with custom models from Andyross1962's Cargo Crane modders' resource.
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]Replaces 40-50 separate objects with 1 object, reducing draw calls, improving performance slightly.[]The ropes are better - no longer dangling at an angle.
[]2 Options:
[]Base Object Swapper version - no worldspace/cell edits
[]Non-Base Object Swapper version - has worldspace/cell edits.
Requirements
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[]Base Object Swapper - if using BOS option.
Installation/Update/Uninstallation
- []Whenever. Doesn't matter.
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[]Cargo Cranes - Andyross1962.
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]JK's Skyrim - jkrojmal.
This mod replaces the cranes in JK's Skyrim with Andyross1962's custom cargo crane model, using Base Object Swapper for compatibility. It's a small, focused cosmetic enhancement for players using JK's Skyrim who want more detailed cranes. With 274 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but appreciated addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 274 endorsements and nearly 25k downloads.
- Adds a more detailed crane model to JK's Skyrim, improving visual fidelity.
- Uses Base Object Swapper, which is a lightweight and compatible framework.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects cranes, so if you're not a fan of JK's Skyrim, this is useless.
- Requires both JK's Skyrim and Base Object Swapper, adding to your mod list.
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter the same cranes or use BOS.
For Skyrim players who use JK's Skyrim and want more detailed cranes without overhauling the whole city. If you're not using JK's Skyrim, skip this. It's purely cosmetic, so don't expect gameplay changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have both JK's Skyrim and Base Object Swapper installed before adding this mod.
- Load order matters: place this mod after JK's Skyrim and BOS to ensure the replacement works.
- If you use a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- wankingSkeever
- Version
- 0.2
- Downloads
- 24,859
- Endorsements
- 274
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 8/3/2025
- Updated
- 8/3/2025
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