Our free and fast tool will convert your 3D X-Plane OBJ (OBJ8 X-Plane) model files to a standard SKP (SketchUp) file that can then be edited further in most popular 3D editing packages or 3D printed without any further processing. Our conversion tool can also batch convert multiple X-Plane OBJ files; up to 200 files at a time can be converted.
To convert your X-Plane OBJ file, click the Upload button above and select the file to convert. Once selected, the file will be converted to a SKP file and will be ready for download shortly afterwards. For more information about the X-Plane OBJ to SKP conversion process, see the conversion information section below.
Here are two simple steps to convert your X-Plane OBJ to SKP.
| Extension | OBJ |
| Full Name | OBJ8 X-Plane |
| Type | 3D Model |
| Mime Type | text/plain |
| Format | Text |
| Tools | OBJ Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create OBJ Animation, Text to OBJ, OBJ Viewer |
The OBJ8 format is a 3D model format used in conjunction with the popular X-Plane simulator software, which was first introduced in 2005 as a means of transferring data between the X-Plane simulator and other standard 3D file formats.
The format stores data in a text-based ASCII format and can store 3D mesh data, textures, lights, and other attributes in an efficient and human-readable manner.
| Extension | SKP |
| Full Name | SketchUp |
| Type | 3D Model |
| Mime Type | application/octet-stream |
| Format | Binary |
| Tools | SKP Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create SKP Animation, SKP Asset Extractor, Text to SKP, SKP Viewer |
| Open With | SketchUp |
The SKP 3D file format is the native file format used by SketchUp. The SketchUp application, which was released back in 2000 and is still going strong today, allows users to create detailed 3D graphics models.
SketchUp is popular amongst architectural designers, game developers, and other professionals and hobbyist users. The SKP format can be opened with the SketchUp application.
Any model converted to the SKP format will be stored in a triangulated mesh format.
Converting from the X-Plane OBJ file format to SKP can be a complex process, and any tool used for this conversion process needs to be able to handle a variety of data conversion tasks as well as identify any defects within the 3D model and fix them. Here we will explain the conversion process used by our tool to accurately convert your X-Plane OBJ file to a valid SKP 3D model. Let's start with the conversion process, which involves the following steps:
In its simplest form, an X-Plane OBJ file is a plain text file containing human-readable 3D data such as vertices, faces, normals, and more. When combined, these make up the 3D model you see on your screen.
When our tool reads this 3D data, all we are interested in are the vertices, faces, and normals, as this is the only data that can be accurately converted into the final SKP file.
The X-Plane OBJ file can contain other data, such as material definitions and textures, that describe how a particular set of 3D geometry should be rendered. As we are creating an SKP file, which does not support materials and textures, we will be ignoring this data if it is present in the X-Plane OBJ file.
For more information regarding the X-Plane OBJ file format, please see this great article that goes into a lot of detail explaining the X-Plane OBJ format.
With the X-Plane OBJ file data read, our tool generates an internal representation of the full 3D model and will attempt to fix any geometry issues encountered. Along with repairing any issues with the 3D model, the tool will remove any duplicated vertices and prepare the model for exporting to the SKP format.
With the conversion process entering its final stages, our tool now needs to take the in-memory 3D model we have created in step 2 and convert it to the SKP format.
Many 3D file conversion websites use the same off-the-shelf components to convert files, these often lack features and full X-Plane X-Plane OBJ file compatibility. Our bespoke file conversion tools offer full X-Plane X-Plane OBJ file compatibility and have been developed in-house by a team of developers, some of whom have over 30 years of experience working with 3D graphics file formats, meaning our tools will convert your X-Plane X-Plane OBJ file quickly and accurately with maximum compatibility.
Yes! Our X-Plane X-Plane OBJ tool supports full batch conversions. You can upload up to 200 X-Plane X-Plane OBJ files at a time. Our tool will convert them all as quickly as possible. Once completed, you can either download the SKP files individually or download them all in a single ZIP file.
First click the "Upload..." button, and select your X-Plane X-Plane OBJ file to upload. You can also drag and drop your file onto the tool. Once your file is selected, you can set any configuration options. When the X-Plane X-Plane OBJ to SKP conversion has completed, you can download your SKP file straight away.
We aim to process all X-Plane X-Plane OBJ to SKP conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.
We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.
Yes, of course! We do not store the X-Plane X-Plane OBJ file you submit to us. The resulting SKP file, once created, is stored for 4 hours after upload; after this time it is deleted, and the short-term download link will stop working. You can create a long-term download Url with most tools that will ensure the file is retained for 24 hours, allowing you to download the file when convenient. Our tools also come with a Delete button, allowing you to delete the file immediately.
No. All our conversion tools process your X-Plane X-Plane OBJ file on our dedicated conversion servers, meaning you can use our tools on low-spec computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices and receive your converted SKP file quickly.
Yes! Our X-Plane X-Plane OBJ to SKP tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.
Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our X-Plane X-Plane OBJ conversion tool please consider white-listing our website. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits and some settings may not be available when using our tools. Processing/conversion and download times will also be longer.
Yes. When you have converted your X-Plane X-Plane OBJ to SKP, there is a "Feedback" option that you can use to let us know of any issues you encountered when converting your file.
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