Save this as batch_extract.ps1 , adjust the paths, and run it in PowerShell. Q: Can I extract a CDP on a Mac? Yes, but the tools are limited. You can use the built-in Content Manager. Alternatively, run CDPExplorer or CDPArchive.exe via Wine or a Windows virtual machine.
# Batch CDP Extractor Script $sourceFolder = "C:\CDP_Backup" $destFolder = "C:\Extracted_All" $cdpArchive = "C:\Trainz\bin\CDPArchive.exe" Get-ChildItem -Path $sourceFolder -Filter *.cdp -Recurse | ForEach-Object $outputSubFolder = Join-Path $destFolder $ .BaseName New-Item -ItemType Directory -Path $outputSubFolder -Force & $cdpArchive extract $ .FullName $outputSubFolder Write-Host "Extracted: $($_.Name)" trainz cdp extractor
Introduction: What is a CDP File? If you have spent any time building routes, downloading locomotives, or managing assets in Trainz Railroad Simulator (developed by N3V Games), you have undoubtedly encountered the .cdp file extension. CDP stands for Content Dispatcher Pack – it is the proprietary archive format used by Trainz to package and distribute user-created content, including locomotives, rolling stock, scenery objects, textures, scripts, and even complete routes. Save this as batch_extract