1:50th Scale Liebherr L586 Wheel Loader

Presented here is the limited edition, 1:50th scale Liebherr L586 wheel loader in Geiger decoration from NZG. Wilhelm Geiger formed the company back in 1923, starting out as a timber and transport company. Today, the Geiger Group employ over 1800 employees across a number of areas including recycling, logistics, building materials, waste disposal and civil engineering. For further details, check out the Geiger Group website.

The L586 is the largest model in the Liebherr wheel loader range and the model from NZG has accurately captured all the details and realism of the full sized machine. The rear axle has functional oscillation and freely rotating wheels with authentic treaded Goodyear rubber tyres whilst the articulating steering features working hydraulics and a reproduced drive shaft to the front axle. The handrails are all metal and accurately sized while the authentic diamond plate panels on the rear counterweight give the model a more realistic appearance.

The engine covers are accurately cast with side and top grills and cut-outs all visible, complete with hand rails and anti slip panels recreated on the rear wheel fenders. The rather interesting green paint scheme of the Geiger company, which is excellently applied, really make the model stand out on the shelf. The orange painted rear engine panel with integrated light housings and printed Liebherr name really stands out.

The cab interior is fully reproduced with operator controls and operators seat clearly visible through the clear windows. The front debris protection screen is made of plastic and can be removed from the model by following the printed instructions.

The front bucket features wear plate protection and well defined tooth detailing with Z bar linkage which has a good amount of movement and flexible hydraulic pipework. The boom arm hydraulics are stiff allowing the bucket to be positioned at any height chosen.