Vehicle Framework

⭐ ⭐⭐ (5,359 endorsements) 📥 482,393 downloads 📌 v2.0.8 📅 10/15/2021
🟡 Updated this year

By Mikjaw · Libraries

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 6/23/2026 📅 Created: 10/15/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ BepInEx — BepInEx framework Download ↗
2🧩 QModManager — QModManager Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • ✅ Updated 263 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
  • 🏆 #3 of 36 Libraries mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Please support me by:

  • []Subscribing to my YouTube channel[/]

    []Buying me a coffee[/]

    []Visiting my modding blog on Patreon[/]

    []Joining my Discord Server[/]

    []Browing my Linktree[/]

    To learn more about using VF or developing with VF, check out the wiki!

    Installation Guide (video)

    How to use the Drone Station (video)

    Vehicle Framework Vehicles:

    • []The Atrama Submarine[/]

      []The Odyssey Submarine[/]

      []The Abyss Submarine[/]

      []The Mantis Class Submarine[/]

      []The Cricket Submersible[/]

      []The Wraith Submersible[/]

      []The Phantom Submarine[/]

      []The Renault 5 Submersible[/]

      []The Crush Drone[/]

      []The Beluga (Atlas) Submarine[/]

      []SMA-17 Numi Aircraft[/]

      []Blade Class Submarine[/]

      []Atlantic Explorer Submersible[/]

      []The Echelon Military Submersible[/]

      []The Blossom Submarine

      Vehicle Framework Upgrade Modules (they also work for Seamoth/Prawn/Cyclops!)

      • []Depth Modules (included)[/]

        []Stealth Module[/]

        []Impulse Speed Booster[/]

        []Ion Defense Capacitor[/]

        []Nano-Weave Barrier[/]

        []Sonar Module[/]

        []Solar Charging Module[/]

        []Crabsquid Protection[/]

        []Drone Range Upgrade[/]

        []Thermal Charger[/]

        []Drill Arm[/]

        []Scanner Arm[/]

        []Void Depth Upgrade[/]

        []Speed Module[/]

        []Flight Module[/]

        []Magnet Boots[/]

        []Self Repair Module[/]

        Vehicle Framework also supports the following in-game upgrade modules:

        • []Hull Modules[/]

          []Storage Modules[/]

          []Engine Efficiency Modules[/]

          Vehicle Framework is supported by, but doesn't require, some other mods:

          []Vanilla Styled Icons[/]

          []Roll Control[/]

          []Free Look[/]

          []Attitude Indicator[/]

          []Here are all the others

          Contributors

          • []ShirubaFoxy (ShirubaFoxy autopilot voice, Engine sounds): https://soundcloud.com/shirubafoxy[/]

            []SineShine (Chels-E autopilot voice): https://sineshine.bandcamp.com/[/]

            []ShotgunTurtle816 (Turtle autopilot voice): https://soundcloud.com/shotgunturtle[/]

            []Airon (autopilot voice) http://aironaudio.weebly.com/[/]

            []EgeK: Turkish Localization

            What is this library?

            This library more-or-less completely automates the process of turning

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Vehicle Framework is a library mod by Mikjaw that provides the foundation for creating new vehicles. With over 5,300 endorsements and 482,000 downloads, it's a widely used tool for modders. Last updated in June 2026, it remains actively maintained. Ideal for mod authors looking to add custom vehicles to their game.

✨ Key Features

Provides a library to support the creation of new vehicles.
Actively maintained with a recent update in June 2026.
High community trust with 5,359 endorsements.
Widely adopted with 482,393 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (5,359 endorsements) — this is a go-to library for vehicle mods.
  • Massive download count (482k) shows it's proven and stable in many setups.
  • Actively updated (June 2026) — you won't be left behind on game patches.

⚠️ Cons

  • It's a library, not a content mod — you'll need other mods to actually get vehicles.
  • No documentation or usage examples in the description — you'll have to dig into modder forums.
  • Requires modding knowledge to take advantage of — not for casual players.
🎯 Is This For You?
For mod authors and tinkerers who want to build custom vehicles for their game. If you're a player just looking for new rides, skip this and grab a vehicle mod that uses this framework. Perfect for creators who want a solid base to work from.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're a mod author, check the mod's forum posts or Discord for usage examples — the description is barebones.
  • Make sure your game is updated to the latest version to match the framework's recent update.
  • Since it's a library, install it with a mod manager to keep dependencies organized.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Subnautica Mods
Author
Mikjaw
Version
2.0.8
Downloads
482,393
Endorsements
5,359
Category
Libraries
Created
10/15/2021
Updated
6/23/2026

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