What is MDL file?
The MDL file extension is a 3D model file created by Microsoft and used in Flight Simulator 95/98. A model can be saved as an MDL file, and contains information about the location of the objects that are being modeled. Objects such as airplanes, buildings, mountains, bridges, and other scenery depicted in the 3D world.
MDL Format details
| Full Name | Flight Simulator 95/98 3D Model Format |
|---|---|
| Developer | Microsoft |
| Category | Data Files |
Tools that will help you view MDL files
Sometimes you need to quickly preview the contents of a file with the MDL extension. In such a situation, many people decide to find a tool that, according to its creators, can display the contents of the MDL file and many other types of files (All in One Viewer).
Of course, there are such tools. However, it should be remembered that they may display the data contained in the MDL file differently than the application dedicated to handling the MDL file extension. When you cannot afford to have the data of the MDL file displayed different from the original, you should use the applications developed to work with the MDL file.
Below you will find a list of software programs that will help you with this. These software programs will help you view the content of the MDL file, minimizing possible errors that may arise with other tools.
MDL File Viewers
- MDL2DXF
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 95
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 98