Building a working car vehicle in Minecraft takes some effort, but it can be a very rewarding process. With the right combination of blocks, redstone components, and patience, you can create almost any type of drivable vehicle in Minecraft. Here is a step-by-step guide to building a basic working car:
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Gather the Necessary Materials
You will need the following materials to construct a basic working car:
- Slime blocks – These will make up the main body/chassis of the vehicle. Slime blocks have special properties that allow them to push and pull adjacent blocks.
- Sticky pistons – These provide the force to push the slime block vehicle forward.
- Redstone blocks – These power the sticky pistons.
- Building blocks (any kind) – For decoration and detailing.
- Buttons or levers – To control power to the vehicle.
Construct the Basic Chassis
Step 1) Find a large flat area to build your vehicle. This could be in a creative flat world, a cleared out space in your survival world, etc.
Step 2) Layout a 3×3 square of slime blocks. This will form the basic chassis and body of the vehicle. Leave a space in between each slime block.
Step 3) On the back 2 slime blocks, place a sticky piston facing outward. These will push and move the vehicle forward.
Step 4) Place redstone blocks on both pistons to power them.
Step 5) Place a button or lever to control power to the pistons.
You now have a basic working chassis. When powered, the pistons will extend and pull the slime blocks forward indefinitely.
Add Details and Decorations
Now that you have a working vehicle chassis, you can decorate it to look like any kind of vehicle you want. Here are some ideas:
- Add stairs or slabs for the hood and trunk
- Use fences, walls, or glass panes for windows
- Place carpet, wool, or concrete for the roof/interior details
- Use buttons or pressure plates for door handles and mirrors
- Add trapdoors on the sides for doors that can open
- Include a banner to paint designs or text onto
- Attach a minecart to the front to resemble the face/grill of a vehicle
- Use item frames with maps or images to create custom paintings/decals
Follow your creative ideas to make all kinds of unique Minecraft vehicles – cars, trucks, construction equipment, tanks, boats, and more!
Power and Control Systems
To make your vehicle function better, add the following:
Steering – Attach sticky pistons on the left and right sides to pivot and turn the vehicle. Connect buttons or levers to control them.
Gear Shift – Create a lever that shifts between 1, 2, and 3 redstone ticks to control the vehicle’s speed.
Reverse – Add a reverse button that redirects power to the front pistons instead, pulling the vehicle backwards.
Brake – A button or lever that cuts off power to the pistons, stopping the vehicle.
Doors – Connect buttons or levers to sticky pistons that open and close doors on the sides.
Lights – Place redstone lamps, glowstone, or sea lanterns and connect them to buttons to control headlights and brake lights.
With these additional functions, you can create a much more realistic and functional vehicle in Minecraft.
Advanced Designs
Once you have mastered the basics, try some of these advanced build ideas:
Suspension – Use slime block suspensions with pistons that compress under the vehicle’s weight. This allows the vehicle to tilt and bounce like a real car.
Steerable Wheels – Build wheels that pivot using armor stands and fence posts. Then connect them to steering pistons.
Multi-Speed Transmission – Construct a redstone circuit that provides multiple gear ratios for low, high, and reverse speeds.
Rechargeable Battery – Make a rechargeable power source from furnace minecarts that supply limited power, forcing the vehicle to refuel at charging stations.
Autonomous Navigation – Utilize commands, data packs, or mods to allow your vehicle to navigate around your world automatically and avoid obstacles without user input.
The possibilities are endless when building vehicles in Minecraft. Let your imagination run wild! Start simple, learn the concepts, and work your way up to more complex builds. Before long you’ll be cruising around epic Minecraft worlds in all kinds of amazing vehicles you designed and built yourself. Happy building!
