Mercedes Benz LAK 2624 3-axle Tipper Truck
Presented here is the exclusive 1:50th scale bonneted Mercedes Benz LAK 2624 3-axle tipper truck, finished in the Jean Lefebvre colours from Conrad. The model is the first in a new series depicting historic equipment from the VINCI Group with further models planned in the coming years.
The rear tipping body has a limited degree of tipping movement with a pivoting tailgate and ridged side panels with a smooth bottom. The rear chassis frame has a towing hitch with painted on light housings and plastic mud flaps on each side with a safety bar integrated into the lower edge of the chassis and a circular fuel tank fixed to one side and air cylinders fixed on the other side.
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The bonnet opens to unveil the Mercedes engine block and radiator beneath which have been decorated while the front photo-etched grill looks the part, wrapping around the contours of the front bodywork. The curved cabin has been modelled well with clear glazing and printed window seals added, while the door handles have been highlighted with self-fit silver wing mirrors. |
The curved front bumper has integrated towing hitch detailing with inset driving lights which have clear plastic lenses while the indicator lights on the sides of the engine panel are painted on. The front wheel arches have tiny orange painted tips with steps placed below the cab doors.
The underside of the model displays plenty of detail, from the suspension arms with floating rear axles allowing some degree of suspension movement and the driveshafts fitted from the front and rear axles to the distribution block which is then coupled to the gearbox housing. The front axle moulding houses the front drive hub with linked steering which has a good range of movement. The chromed exhaust silencer box is mounted below the frame with piping from the engine compartment and a curved tailpipe.
The outer box is finished in a plain white colour with printed details indicating this is the first in the historic series with the model protected in a foam lined inner cardboard wrap. The paint finish is excellent with the green and orange colours looking vibrant, with a white upper cabin and Jean Lefebvre markings on the doors. The model is pictured below alongside the modern Liebherr LR634 tracked loader which has also been finished in Jean Lefebvre colours.
