18 Wheels of Steel: American Long Haul is a classic trucking simulation game developed by SCS Software and published by Cosmi ValuSoft, originally released in December 2007. In this game, you’re the owner and driver of your own trucking business, hauling cargo across North America’s open roads — including the 48 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico — while building reputation, earning money, and expanding your fleet. You bid on jobs, transport over 45 types of cargo such as livestock, chemicals, and mobile homes, and manage essential aspects like fuel, truck maintenance, and docking maneuvers.
The game lets you grow from a solo driver to a trucking empire with up to 37 rigs and trailers at your disposal, challenging you to outbid competitors and deliver loads more efficiently. Its old‑school graphics and simulation mechanics provide nostalgic appeal, and it remains a favorite among fans of retro truck sims. American Long Haul has a Mostly Positive user reception on digital stores today, celebrated for its scope, cargo variety, and classic trucking career progression.
Features:
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Full North American trucking simulation campaign.
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Manage your own trucking business and career path.
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Bid on jobs and maximize profit from cargo runs.
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Transport over 45 types of cargo including livestock and chemicals.
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Navigate long‑distance roads across USA, Canada, and Mexico.
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Maintain fuel, truck condition, and timely deliveries.
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Grow your fleet with up to 37 rigs and trailers.
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Back‑up and dock cargo at warehouses.
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Classic trucking gameplay and open world feel.
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Single‑player road simulation experience.
System Requirements:
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OS: Microsoft Windows XP / Vista (Steam now requires Windows 10+).
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Processor: Pentium 4 1.4 GHz or equivalent.
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Memory: 256 MB RAM (Vista needs more).
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Graphics: 64 MB AGP DirectX 9 & T&L compatible card.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c or later.
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Storage: ~540 MB available space.
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Sound: DirectX compatible sound card.
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Input: Keyboard and mouse (gamepad recommended).
