The most comprehensive "exclusive" tool.
Stops "Asset Missing" messages from spoiling your experience.
When a KUID is not on the DLS, players are forced into a digital scavenger hunt. The Solution:
Allows for batch searching of missing KUIDs rather than individual manual searches. How to Find Missing Dependencies Using Exclusive Tools
| Feature | Description | |---------|-------------| | | Scans Trainz forums (TrainzItalia, TrainzProRoutes, Auran, JointedRail, RRMods, etc.). | | Direct download links | If publicly available, provides a clickable link to the asset’s source page. | | Obsolete asset tracking | Maps obsolete KUIDs to newer replacements. | | Dependency chains | Shows which other assets require a specific KUID. | | No login required | Unlike DLS, open access for basic searches. |
Ultimately, a KUID finder isn't just a search tool; it is the backbone of the freeware movement
When you successfully find an exclusive asset, export it as a .cdp file and save it to an external drive.
The process is straightforward:
Without this unique identifier system, Trainz would have no way of knowing that the "Class 37 Locomotive" in your route is a different asset from another creator's "Class 37 Locomotive." The KUID system ensures that every asset—from the smallest bolt to the largest route—has its own distinct identity that Trainz can track, reference, and load when needed.
The best way to manage missing dependencies is to prevent them entirely. Keep your database clean with these professional habits:
Finding missing dependencies is the ultimate hurdle for every Trainz Simulator enthusiast. You download a stunning route or locomotive, only to find it blank or broken in your content manager. This happens because of missing KUIDs (Kuju Unique Identifiers).
Before diving into finders and exclusives, we must understand the identifier. KUID stands for (named after the platform's early development team). It is the digital fingerprint of every single asset in Trainz—from a blade of grass to a 100-car coal train.
The phrase "Trainz exclusive" refers to custom locomotives, rolling stock, and scenery items that are proprietary to specific creators, fan sites, or community groups. Because these assets are not uploaded to the official N3V Games Download Station (DLS), they can be exceptionally difficult to track down through default game searches alone. These exclusives often include:
: A unique number assigned by that creator to differentiate the item from their other works.