
SpecialModelLoader Updated
An updated version of Special ModelLoader
About this Mod
Special Model Loader Renewed
This is a library mod. Do not install it manually; add it as a dependency in your project.
A modernized, actively maintained fork of Special Model Loader, a Fabric dependency that enables loading Wavefront .obj models in Minecraft. Inspired by FOML and Myron.
Features
- Full support for Wavefront
.objmodel loading in Fabric mods - Lightweight, drop-in dependency with minimal overhead
- Actively maintained with a modernized codebase
Usage
See the Wiki for setup guides, model loading documentation, and full API reference.
Credits
Built on the work of the Felnull developers and contributors to FOML and Myron.
Support
Found a bug or need help? Join our Discord or open an issue on Codeberg.
Available Versions
How to Install SpecialModelLoader Updated on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (26.1.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "SpecialModelLoader Updated". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.1.2, 26.1.1
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
SpecialModelLoader Updated server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (26.1.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is SpecialModelLoader Updated compatible with fabric?
SpecialModelLoader Updated officially supports fabric for Minecraft 26.1.2, 26.1.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with SpecialModelLoader Updated – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if SpecialModelLoader Updated consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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