18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 896 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 972 fps | 789 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 945 fps | 768 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 893 fps | 725 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 814 fps | 661 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 919 fps | 735 fps | 597 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 985 fps | 788 fps | 630 fps | 512 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 714 fps | 571 fps | 457 fps | 371 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 992 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 965 fps | 784 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps | 672 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 911 fps | 729 fps | 592 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 886 fps | 709 fps | 576 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 837 fps | 670 fps | 544 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 954 fps | 763 fps | 611 fps | 496 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 862 fps | 689 fps | 551 fps | 448 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 739 fps | 591 fps | 473 fps | 384 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 535 fps | 428 fps | 343 fps | 278 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 882 fps | 717 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 819 fps | 666 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 919 fps | 735 fps | 597 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 867 fps | 693 fps | 563 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 814 fps | 651 fps | 529 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 804 fps | 643 fps | 515 fps | 418 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 689 fps | 551 fps | 441 fps | 358 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 607 fps | 486 fps | 389 fps | 316 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 591 fps | 473 fps | 378 fps | 307 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 558 fps | 446 fps | 357 fps | 290 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 509 fps | 407 fps | 326 fps | 265 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 460 fps | 368 fps | 294 fps | 239 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 394 fps | 315 fps | 252 fps | 205 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 286 fps | 228 fps | 183 fps | 148 fps |
Where to buy
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Minimum Hardware
NVIDIA GeForce FX5700, ATI Radeon 9600, Intel GMA X3000 or better (requires TnL and Shader Model 2.0 support)
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About
"18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy," released in 2005, is a captivating simulation game that immerses players in the fast-paced world of trucking logistics. Players take on the role of a truck driver, beginning as a solo operator and gradually expanding their fleet into a formidable convoy. The game's blend of strategic planning and time management adds depth, making it notable among simulation enthusiasts.
When considering PC performance for "18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy," it's important to note that the game is quite accessible, requiring an entry-level GPU for smooth gameplay. With a minimum GPU score of around 35, players can achieve satisfactory frame rates, even on lower-end systems. Depending on the graphics settings, you can expect steady FPS on hardware that comfortably meets or exceeds these minimum requirements, making it ideal for budget-conscious gamers.
With a solid rating of 79/100, "18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy" is a worthwhile experience for fans of the simulation genre. If you enjoy managing a trucking business and the intricacies of logistics, this title is definitely worth playing, especially given its modest hardware demands and engaging gameplay.
Performance profile
Released in September 2005, 18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy comes from the DirectX 9 era. Even the cheapest modern discrete GPU crushes it at maxed-out settings; the only real bottleneck today is CPU single-thread speed on older titles that were never multi-threaded.
Simulation titles like 18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.
Extremely light — 18 Wheels of Steel: Convoy runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
Sometimes 18 Wheels Just Ain't Enough! Take the wheel of a fast paced, high intensity trucking business. Start as a one man show, bidding on jobs, then build your fleet into an unstoppable convoy and deliver the goods. Grow your business and your fleet, but beware - your reputation is everything. 10-4 Good Buddy. Bid on lucrative larger jobs and captain the convoys necessary to pull them off. But watch your back - the police are always looking to take a mighty convoy down! Have fun playing the fourth truck sim game in the 18 Wheels of Steel series!
