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Hitachi ZX140W-6 Wheeled ExcavatorPresented here is the Hitachi ZX140W-6 which is the first wheeled excavator model that TMC scalemodels have produced, and the results are very impressive from a company that has a good track record of producing highly detailed and authentic replicas of Hitachi equipment. The ZX140W-6 is a versatile and durable mobile excavator powered by a Deutz 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with DOC, DPF and SCR aftertreatment to conform to the latest emission standards. The undercarriage can be configured with different combinations of blade and outriggers with both 2-piece and monoboom options available. The main body has surface engraving of the cooling grills which are highlighted with black printing with an upper hinged engine cover opening to reveal the interior engine compartment where the engine block and associated components are placed. All safety railings are produced from metal and have integrated rear view and safety mirrors with engraved body panels and highlighted door catches adding to the realism. The cabin has received plenty of attention, with the door able to open a full 180 degrees for true realism while the interior is a combination of light colour panelling with the seat, joysticks, foot controls and steering wheel all present. Even the Hitachi name has been printed on the seat. Small details like the grab handles, hydraulic cut-off and inner safety bars are all there while the exterior of the cabin has grab rails, screen wiper and rubber seals around the edges of the windows.
The two-piece boom has an authentic range of movement throughout with plenty of detailing for the hydraulic feeds, both fixed piping on the back of the boom and flexible piping connecting up the cylinders. Armoured hoses have been added between boom and stick which look good and auxiliary circuits have also been modelled, ideal for anyone wanting to add aftermarket attachments. The paint finish is to a high standard throughout with the Hitachi, Zaxis and machine designation markings all added, even adding the warning labels on the stick for good measure. |
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