Miniature Construction World - Model Announcements Page

We are pleased to report important progress toward resuming the normal availability of Norscot Scale Models. As a result of a favorable court ruling handed down on January 31 in Hong Kong, we are planning for the late February release of Norscot die-cast models and tools that have been held by our contract manufacturer in China. Upon release of this material, it will be transferred to a new factory and shipping point. We anticipate the transfer of materials to be completed and verified by mid-March, and the shipments of some items to resume later that month from Hong Kong. We will keep you informed as additional information becomes available.

Sincerely, Norscot Group, Inc.

A new Model Tractor, Plant & Construction Machinery Show is being held on Sunday 19th February at the Warwichshire Exhibition Centre in Leamington Spa. I plan on attending the new show and hope to have samples of the new models launched at the International Toy Fair on display. It should be an interesting day out and if sucessful, there are plans for it to become a yearly event. For full details, click on the image below.

The Model Truck & Construction Show is being held on Sunday 18th March at the Springfields Exhibition Complex in Spalding. Once again, I plan on attending and hope to have samples of the new models launched at the International Toy Fair on display.

First Gear have announced two brand new Komatsu models, the D65EX bulldozer which will be available in two versions, one with ripper and one with PAT blade and towbar. In addition to these, they are also updating the Komatsu 960E mining truck into the 960E-2K version. More details on the First Gear Website.

Images have appeared of a new 1:50th scale Dynapac tracked paver which is being produced with two different hopper sizes, designated SD2500CS & SD2550CS.

An image has also appeared of a custom painted Dynapac SD2550CS, finished in the Heijmans livery and this is an excellent paint job by a collector in Holland.

First Gear have produced a new 1:50th scale Roadtec Shuttle Buggy model. Unfortunately, the model is exclusive to Roadtec and will not be available to the model trade.

VINCI have announced another new model in their Eurovia range with the release of the Liebherr R313 tracked excavator from NZG. The model is now available to order from the VINCI Online Shop

Sennebogen have released details of a new and exclusive 1:50th scale model of the 690HD tracked crawler crane with short boom and diaphram wall grab. The model is being produced by Ros and costs 129€. The model is expected to be available shortly and is now available to order from the Sennebogen online shop. There are rumours that a dragline version of the model may also be produced.

Ertl have released details of a new 1:50th scale model of the Deere 470G LC tracked excavator for release summer 2012. The model will feature linked metal tracks with opening engine compartment and functional digging equipment.

Sennebogen have released an updated version of the 5500 Starlifter from Conrad which is decorated in the new 2011 green livery with updated pennant lines. This is also available to order and is exclusive to the Sennebogen online shop

Mammoet have confirmed that they will be selling the Liebherr LTM11200-9.1 luffing jib. The set will consist of the 54m luffing jib and will also include the 36m lattice extension set. The model will be released during the first quarter of 2012.

Vögele have commissioned a model of the Super 100 H tracked paver to celebrate the opening of their new production hall. Circa 1962, the model has been produced by NZG and is exclusive for Vögele. There are no plans for the model to be sold to collectors so anyone wanting one will need to keep a keen eye on ebay.

First Gear have announced a new 1:34th scale Hamm 3307 single drum roller model featuring an open ROPs canopy. Pictures provided by Roy Ferguson

Details have emerged of four new Caterpillar models which are likely to be available by the end of the year. Check out the Norscot News page for more details.

New images have been released of the new 1:48th scale Caterpillar 385/390 excavator models from CCM. All three are scheduled to be with model dealers sonme time in March 2012.

Tooling samples of some interesting heavy duty lifters and haulers from WSI have been announced. The large crane in the foreground is the Palfinger PK150002 while the smaller one in the background is the Palfinger PK74002. The models are expected to be launched at the toyfair in February.

Classic Construction Models have released details of three new additions to the 1:48th scale Caterpillar die-cast line which are expected to appear mid to late 2012. The models include the D9L bulldozer which will have a full cab with blade and impact ripper fitted to the rear along with a canopy version of the D9L with cussion blade and rear push block. Also being produced is a bladeless D9L with 631E towed scraper and a 637E motor scraper.

The 1:50th scale Manitowoc 31000 lattice boom crawler crane model is selling very fast and new images of the tooling sample have been unveiled. With the 150 allocated for model distributors worldwide sold out in the first three weeks, the model is sure to be a great success with exacting levels of detail throughout. Anyone wanting to own one of these amazing replica who has not already ordered can place there reservation here. The production run is limited to only 500 pieces and is being produced by TWH Collectibles with an anticipated release date of April/May 2012. Further images of the tooling sample are available here.

DHS Diecasts have released details of the 1:48th scale historic Hulett Ore Unloader model which is being produced in very limited quantities by TWH Collectibles. The Hulett ore unloader is a unique piece of engineering, originally designed in the late 1800's and a familiar site on the great lakes over the years. All proceeds go to the Ohio Museum of Transportation and Industry and the model is expected to be released late 2011. For full details, click here.