This mod extends the default G1000 cessna 172 with an external tank of 155 gallons, significantly extending the range of the small aircraft.
Have you ever dreamt of reliving the flight of Tom Lopes in N490NW from KMCE (Merced, California) to PHNL (Honolulu, Hawaii) in a cessna 172? Of course you have, who wouldn't like to spend 18 hours of flight with nothing but blue in sight, nowhere to land in case something goes wrong, with a fuel tank that you hand-patched yourself into your aircraft and most importantly in an aircraft that has no bathroom.
In order to accomplish that feat, the backseat of N490NW was removed and replaced with an additional tank which I believe feeds into one of the tanks in the wings.
This mod adds a 155 gallon external tank to the cessna G1000 172. It also simulates the removal of backseat by changing the aircraft total weight and shifts the center of gravity of the plane.
If you ever attempt the flight to Honolulu, watch the winds, the extra tank does not guarantee success.
Please note the following:
- The plane 3d model is unchanged. You will only see the tank in the weight and balance window.
- Only the G1000 cessna 172 has that extra tank. Steam gauges 172, floats 172 or ski 172 won't see any effect with this mod. If you really want these, send a message and I will extend this mod.
To install drop the mod into your community folder.
Special thanks to ZachB for his tehchnical help and guidance.