1:50th Scale Liebherr L538 Wheel Loader
Presented here is the 1:50th scale Liebherr L538 wheel loader from Conrad, the latest addition to the replica wheel loader line-up. The updated design of the wheel loader range includes a more sleek and streamlined rear body offering better visibility and excellent serviceability with a Stage IIIB/Tier 4i emission standards compliant power-plant at the heart of the chassis.
The tyres have a neatly moulded tread pattern with grey painted wheel hubs showing the updated colour scheme, while the front wheel guards have simulated rubber flaps and wheel chocks visible. The articulating frame has a good range of steering movement although there are no working hydraulic cylinders fitted.
The cabin has a replicated interior which is clearly visible through the large glazed panoramic window which has highlighted seals and a painted windscreen wiper. Self fit rear view mirrors fix into the holes on the underside of the roof panel which has integrated work lights with silver painted lenses. Grab rails and handles are fitted to the cabin frame and body with safety railings on the rear fender.
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The graphic printing is excellent with a crisp pattern located on the sides of the engine housing. |
The rear body casting has accurately captured the contours of the full sized machine, with inset rear facing lights with painted lenses, an upper mesh panel and a slotted cooling grille integrated into the bonnet. Safety markings and highlighted handles and locks on the rear panel adds to the level of realism. |
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The loader arms have captured the full range of movement from the full sized machine which is expected from Conrad and allows the model to be posed in a number of realistic configurations. The hydraulics are smooth in operation and hold well while the bucket shows good structural detailing with crisply cast tooth detailing. This is a welcome update to the original L538 wheel loader model which Conrad produced
