Free Online 3DS to FBX Converter

Here is our free to use 3DS to FBX 3D model converter tool that will take your 3DS file and convert it to the FBX format ready for loading into your favourite 3D modeling package. Our 3D model converter supports batch processing of your files and can convert up to 20 3DS files at one time.

Select File(s)

Drag and drop your files here to upload or click the button above.
A maximum of 20 files can be converted at once.

Please note: Your 3DS file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted 3DS file file before this time.

The 3DS to FBX model conversion tool will analyse your 3DS file and convert its 3D mesh data including vertices, surfaces and where applicable vector normals and texture coordinates to the FBX format whilst maintaining the structural accuracy of your original 3DS 3D model file.

File information for 3DS and FBX

Full Name	3D Studio Mesh
Extension	3DS
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary

The 3DS file format is one of the older, some may say classic, 3D file formats designed to store fully textured 3D models. Developed in the early 1990's, the 3DS format was to be the standard format for the popular 3D Studio modeling application.

The format is still in use today though was superseded some time ago by the MAX format that is used by the Autodesk 3ds Max modeling application. Although out of favor as a preferred storage format for modern 3D models, the 3DS format is still important due to the huge library of existing 3D models that exist in this format.

3DS Converter Capabilities

As the 3DS format currently does not support the use of material colors when used by tool, your converted model will contain only the mesh geometry, material colors will not be transferred to your converted file.

Full Name	Autodesk Filmbox
Extension	FBX
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Text

The FBX format, which is short for Filmbox, is a 3D modeling format developed by Autodesk with the aim of making it an open and easy-to-use way to distribute 3D models. The format started out in the mid-1990s and quickly gained traction, with its development continuing to this day.

Along with compatibility with Autodesk's Maya and 3Ds Max applications, FBX files have gained support with other 3D model editors, including Blender.

Mesh Geometry

An FBX file is composed of 3D mesh data, including vertices, faces, normals, textures, and animations, in a text and binary format to produce a portable file that is both easy to develop and compact and efficient as a medium for the distribution of models and full 3D scenes.

FBX Converter Capabilities

As the FBX format currently does not support the use of material colors in 3D models when created using our tool, your converted model will contain only the mesh geometry, material colors will not be transferred to your converted FBX file.

How to Convert your 3DS to FBX?

Here are two steps to convert your 3DS to FBX using our free 3DS converter tool.

Upload your 3DS file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select the 3DS file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your FBX

Click the download link to receive your FBX file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my 3DS to FBX?

First, click the "Select File" button and choose your 3DS file. We will upload and convert your 3DS file. Once the conversion from 3DS to FBX completes, use the provided link to download your FBX file.

How long does it take to convert my 3DS file to FBX?

We aim to process all 3DS to FBX file conversions as soon as possible; this should take around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer for larger files.

Is the 3DS format suitable for 3D printing?

No. Most 3D printing slicer software will not support the 3DS format. It is recommended to convert your 3DS file to the STL format if you wish to 3D print it.