Assetto Corsa server_cfg.ini Explained: Every Setting

cfg/server_cfg.ini is the main config file of the Assetto Corsa dedicated server. It sets the server name (NAME), track (TRACK, CONFIG_TRACK), cars (CARS), player limit (MAX_CLIENTS), assists, wear, voting, sessions and weather. On your FREAKHOSTING server you edit it in Files while the server is stopped. The panel writes the passwords and ports on every start; every other line keeps your value.

Fact	Value
File	`cfg/server_cfg.ini`
Edit with	Files (stop the server first)
Set by the panel at each start	`PASSWORD`, `ADMIN_PASSWORD`, `UDP_PORT`, `TCP_PORT`, `HTTP_PORT`
Kept as you set them	Everything else

How to edit server_cfg.ini

Stop the server

Stop your server.

Open the file

Click Files, open cfg and click server_cfg.ini.

Change values and save

Change only the value after =. Keep the key names and section headers as they are, then save.

Start the server

Start it and check the console for CONNECTED TO LOBBY.

Server and content settings

Key	Default on our server	What it does
`NAME`	`AC_Server`	Server name in the online list
`CARS`	`bmw_m3_e30`	Cars allowed on the server, separated by `;`
`TRACK`	`magione`	Track folder name from `content/tracks/`
`CONFIG_TRACK`	empty	Track layout; empty for single-layout tracks
`MAX_CLIENTS`	`18`	Most players at once; must be no more than the track’s pits
`REGISTER_TO_LOBBY`	`1`	`1` lists the server in the Kunos online lobby
`PICKUP_MODE_ENABLED`	`1`	`1` lets players join and pick a free car; `0` is booking mode
`LOOP_MODE`	`1`	After the last session, start again from the first; `0` turns this off
`SUN_ANGLE`	`48`	Position of the sun, which sets the time of day
`PASSWORD`	set by Startup	Join password (Server Password)
`ADMIN_PASSWORD`	set by Startup	Admin password (Admin Password)
`UDP_PORT`, `TCP_PORT`, `HTTP_PORT`	set by the panel	Your server’s ports; don’t change them

Rules, assists and realism

Key	Default	What it does
`FUEL_RATE`	`100`	Fuel use: `0` none, `100` realistic
`DAMAGE_MULTIPLIER`	`100`	Damage: `0` none, `100` full
`TYRE_WEAR_RATE`	`100`	Tyre wear: `0` none, `100` realistic
`TYRE_BLANKETS_ALLOWED`	`0`	`1` gives tyres their optimal temperature at session start and after a pit stop
`LEGAL_TYRES`	`SV`	Allowed tyre compounds, by short name
`ABS_ALLOWED`	`1`	`0` no ABS, `1` only cars that have ABS, `2` any car
`TC_ALLOWED`	`1`	`0` no traction control, `1` only cars that have it, `2` any car
`STABILITY_ALLOWED`	`0`	Stability assist: `0` off, `1` on
`AUTOCLUTCH_ALLOWED`	`0`	Auto clutch: `0` off, `1` on
`FORCE_VIRTUAL_MIRROR`	`1`	`1` turns on the virtual mirror for everyone; `0` leaves it optional
`ALLOWED_TYRES_OUT`	`2`	Track-limits setting; leave the default unless your league rules say otherwise

More detail: tyre wear, fuel and damage.

Voting, kicks and race end

Key	Default	What it does
`KICK_QUORUM`	`85`	Percentage of votes needed to kick a player
`VOTING_QUORUM`	`80`	Percentage of votes needed for a session vote
`VOTE_DURATION`	`20`	Vote length in seconds
`BLACKLIST_MODE`	`1`	`0` kicked players can rejoin, `1` they can’t rejoin until restart, `2` they are added to `blacklist.txt`
`RACE_OVER_TIME`	`180`	Seconds the others have to finish once the winner crosses the line

See blacklist and bans.

Plugins

Key	Default	What it does
`UDP_PLUGIN_LOCAL_PORT`	`0`	Port the server listens on for messages from a plugin
`UDP_PLUGIN_ADDRESS`	empty	Address the server sends plugin messages to
`AUTH_PLUGIN_ADDRESS`	empty	Address of an authentication plugin

Empty means no plugin is used. See server plugins.

Sessions, dynamic track and weather

The file also holds these sections:

Section	Default on our server	Guide
`[PRACTICE]`, `[QUALIFY]`, `[RACE]`	10 min practice, 10 min qualifying, 5-lap race	Sessions
`[DYNAMIC_TRACK]`	`SESSION_START=89`, `RANDOMNESS=3`, `SESSION_TRANSFER=80`, `LAP_GAIN=50`	Dynamic track
`[WEATHER_0]`, `[WEATHER_1]`	`3_clear` and `7_heavy_clouds`	Weather

Frequently asked questions

Why do my password changes in server_cfg.ini disappear?

The panel writes PASSWORD and ADMIN_PASSWORD from Startup on every start. See server and admin password.

Can I edit server_cfg.ini while the server is running?

Stop it first. The server reads the file when it starts, so changes apply after a restart.

Can I use a server_cfg.ini from Content Manager?

Yes. Content Manager’s Pack creates one. The panel still sets passwords and ports. See Content Manager server presets.

How do I hide my server from the online list?

Set REGISTER_TO_LOBBY=0. Players then need your address to join, so most owners keep it at 1 and use a password instead.

Assetto Corsa server guide

Every Assetto Corsa page in one place.

entry_list.ini explained

Car slots and skins.

Sessions

Practice, qualifying and race.

Tyre wear, fuel and damage

Realism settings.

File Manager

Edit files in the panel.

Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team on our Game Panel on 30 October 2026 (Assetto Corsa dedicated server, official Kunos acServer on Linux). Key descriptions checked against the Kunos server_cfg.ini notes reproduced in Assetto Server Manager. Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

Need Extra Help?

If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist:

Live Chat: Quick assistance via our website.
Support Ticket: Open a Ticket
Discord: Join our Community
Email: support@freakhosting.com

Save on Your Hosting

Ready to upgrade your hosting? Use code KB20 at checkout for 20% off your first order!

Last Updated: October 2026

Getting Started

Popular Games

Survival Games

GTA & RDR Multiplayer

Racing & Simulation

Shooters

Sandbox & Building

Other Games

Assetto Corsa server_cfg.ini Explained: Every Setting

How to edit server_cfg.ini

Server and content settings

Rules, assists and realism

Voting, kicks and race end

Plugins

Sessions, dynamic track and weather

Frequently asked questions

Why do my password changes in server_cfg.ini disappear?

Can I edit server_cfg.ini while the server is running?

Can I use a server_cfg.ini from Content Manager?

How do I hide my server from the online list?

Assetto Corsa server guide

entry_list.ini explained

Sessions

Tyre wear, fuel and damage

File Manager

Need Extra Help?

Save on Your Hosting

​How to edit server_cfg.ini

​Server and content settings

​Rules, assists and realism

​Voting, kicks and race end

​Plugins

​Sessions, dynamic track and weather

​Frequently asked questions

​Why do my password changes in server_cfg.ini disappear?

​Can I edit server_cfg.ini while the server is running?

​Can I use a server_cfg.ini from Content Manager?

​How do I hide my server from the online list?

​Related guides

Assetto Corsa server guide

entry_list.ini explained

Sessions

Tyre wear, fuel and damage

File Manager

​Need Extra Help?

​Save on Your Hosting

How to edit server_cfg.ini

Server and content settings

Rules, assists and realism

Voting, kicks and race end

Plugins

Sessions, dynamic track and weather

Frequently asked questions

Why do my password changes in server_cfg.ini disappear?

Can I edit server_cfg.ini while the server is running?

Can I use a server_cfg.ini from Content Manager?

How do I hide my server from the online list?

Related guides

Need Extra Help?

Save on Your Hosting