It handled it beautifully.
On modern hardware (Windows 10/11 64-bit, SSD, 16 GB+ RAM): microstation powerdraft v8i
is a high-performance computer-aided design (CAD) application developed by Bentley Systems for professionals who require precise 2D drafting and detailed documentation capabilities. Built on the same codebase as the flagship MicroStation platform, PowerDraft V8i offers a streamlined toolset focused on production drafting, making it a cost-effective choice for civil engineers, architects, and GIS professionals. Core Capabilities and Features It handled it beautifully
| Feature | MicroStation V8i | PowerDraft V8i | |---------|----------------|----------------| | Parametric 3D solids (Parametric Solids) | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | | Rendering engine (Luxology) | ✅ Full | ❌ Basic only | | Animation / Walkthrough | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | | Civil Engineering tools (GEOPAK, InRoads) | ✅ Integrated | ❌ Not included | | Structural / Architectural tools | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | | Batch Process / Scripting (MDL) | ✅ Full | ❌ Limited | | Database connectivity (ODBC) | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | | Raster Manager (advanced rectification) | ✅ Full | ✅ Basic | Core Capabilities and Features | Feature | MicroStation