Liebherr R916 Advance Tracked Excavator

Presented here is the limited edition 1:50th scale Liebherr R916 Advance tracked excavator from NZG in the Geiger Group company decoration. 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 new styling of the generation 6 machines is a stunning change from the older design with curved body and shaped cooling grills set off by the interesting contours and grills on the side. Grab rails and steps have been added to the main frame allowing access to the top of the engine compartment. Even the anti slip surface has been simulated which is another great touch.

The cab interior has been accurately reproduced with controls and drivers seat all visible through the large windows. The new design cab gives a greater view for the operator and has accurately scaled grab rails and rear view mirrors fitted to the frame. Even the rubber window seals have been simulated using black printing and the Geiger name is printed on the body sides.

The undercarriage frame has highly detailed drive wheels with integrated access steps cast into the frames. The individually linked track pads have grouser and bolt detailing on each pad and link together using tension.

The paint finish is exceptional throughtout with the two tone green colours looking good with crisp orange printing on the boom and counterweight. This is another great release from NZG with only 300 pieces produced, packed in a two piece polystyrene carton with printed outer box. It is pictured below alongside the Liebherr L586 wheel loader in the same company colours.