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Armor Model API Mod Wiki & Guide

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Provides an API for creating and applying custom armor models to player equipment.

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Apply Armor Trims to Custom 3D Armor PiecesUnderstand Trim Compatibility Armor Model API Mod supports vanilla armor trims on custom geometry. Trims apply…Create Glowing Armor Pieces That Shine in DarknessDesign Glow Layers in Blockbench In Blockbench, create separate texture layers for the parts of your armor that…Dye Custom Leather Armor and Preserve Custom GeometryDesign Dyeable Armor in Blockbench Create your custom leather armor model with a base color layer that will accept…Import a Bedrock Armor Model from BlockbenchPrepare Your Model in Blockbench Create or open your armor model in Blockbench using the Bedrock Entity template.…

Frequently asked questions

How do I get my custom armor model into the game?
Export your armor model from Blockbench as a Bedrock or GeckoLib geometry file, then place it in your mod's assets folder following the standard Minecraft resource pack structure. The mod will automatically detect and render it when the armor item is equipped.
Do custom armor models work with enchantment glint?
Yes, enchantment glint renders on custom armor pieces just like vanilla armor. The glowing overlay effect applies to all geometry defined in your model.
Can I dye leather armor that has a custom 3D shape?
Yes, leather dyeing works on custom geometry—the mod preserves the standard leather color system while keeping your custom model shape intact. Make sure your model file includes the leather layer texture.
Will my custom armor break player animations like sneaking or swimming?
No, all standard player animations continue to work normally with custom armor models. Sneaking, swimming, running, and other vanilla poses render correctly without any extra setup.

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