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Hello, I was wondering if Cargo could be used to create a list. I want to get an 11 degree list to Starboard on the ship I'm working on. Also, is it possible to modify the cargo weight in Vehicle Simulator? I found the X file, but no config file for it. I assume something has to contain the data?

Yes, you can use cargo to affect trim and list. You can create cargo points that are asymetrical. And you can define specific designated cargo weight in common "manifest" file. Another quick-and-dirty trick to induce trim/list is to define "crew mass" in properties as some appropriately large weight, and move your viewpoint onboard (and your 'weight') fore/aft/port/starboard as desired.

You can also define permanent trim and list for a ship by adding masses in the "elements.cfg" file: these masses are automatically deduced from the ship's displacement. This is a possible way to get a more realistic center of gravity.
You can see an example of this in my latest model : "Normandy Trader".