Automobilista 2 Dedicated Server: DedicatedServerCmds.txt Guide
Data Verified: May 2026Complete Automobilista 2 dedicated server reference. Configure DedicatedServerCmds.txt, ServerOptions.json, vehicle filters, weather slots, admin commands, and size hardware for stable 32-car grids.
Commands & configuration database
| Command | Default Value | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
ServerName | Automobilista 2 Server | Public server name. | |
Password | (empty) | Password required to join. | |
AdminPassword | (empty) | Used with /admin in chat and REST auth. | |
MaxPlayerCount | 32 | Maximum concurrent drivers. | |
GridSize | 32 | Grid slots (must be <= MaxPlayerCount). | |
Track | Interlagos_GP | Track key for the current session. | |
VehicleFilter | All | Class filter (GT3, GT4, FormulaUltimate, etc.). | |
DamageType | Full | Off, Visual, Performance, or Full. |
Showing 8 of 8 configuration parameters.
| Command | Default Value | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
/admin <pass> | N/A | Authenticates the caller as admin in chat. | |
/kick <name> | N/A | Kicks the named driver. | |
/ban <name> | N/A | Bans the named driver. | |
nextsession | N/A | Skips to the next session (console). | |
loadrotation <file> | N/A | Loads a championship rotation file. |
Showing 5 of 5 admin console commands.
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Hardware specifications
Sizing guidance for self-hosting a Automobilista 2 dedicated server.
| Tier | Specification | Use case |
|---|---|---|
| Small (10-16 cars) | 4 GB RAM / 2-core 4.0 GHz+ CPU | Sprint races and casual lobbies. |
| Standard (20-24 cars) | 8 GB RAM / 4-core 4.5 GHz+ CPU / SSD | Mid-size leagues with dynamic weather. |
| Full Grid (32 cars) | 16 GB RAM / 6-core 5.0 GHz+ Dedicated Node / NVMe | Full grids with LiveTrack 3.0 + full damage; clock speed dominates. |
Default file locations
Default installation paths for Automobilista 2 dedicated servers installed via SteamCMD.
Windows
C:\AMS2DS\Linux
/home/steam/ams2ds/Pro-Tip: Always stop the server completely before editing configuration files, or the server will overwrite your changes upon restart.
Default ports for port forwarding
Open these on your router and firewall before exposing the server to the internet.
| Service | Protocol | Port |
|---|---|---|
| Game Port | UDP | 27015 |
| Query Port | UDP | 27016 |
| RCON / Telnet | - | N/A (REST API on port 9000) |
Frequently asked questions
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