|
|
||||||||
1:50th Scale Liebherr R944C Tunnelling Excavator Presented here is the limited edition 1:50th scale Liebherr R944C tracked tunnelling excavator in VINCI Construction livery from NZG. The R944C tunnelling excavator is the largest in the range from Liebherr, weighing in at 43.5 tons with a powerful 6-cylinder D936L diesel engine generating 258hp. NZG have done an amazing job in capturing the functionality and ruggedness of the machine with a host of details and features which stand out. The level of realism on this model appears to be higher than usual with some very intricate touches. Take the rear counterweight for instance, the lights are set back with tiny photo-etched protective plates covering them and even the silver bolt heads have been replicated. The tracked undercarriage consists of individual metal track pads with dual grouser ridges and bolt fixing details cast into the surface of each pad. The track frames are tensioned allowing the track to remain tight but they can still be rotated and silver finished access steps are present on both sides
The open ROPS cab has been cast with intricate front debris protection with integrated roof lights and grab handles. The safety aspects of the machine have been replicated with clear windows on the side and rear of the cab to simulate the lexan screens fitted to the full sized machine. The floor panel has a textured surface with the operator's console featuring a seat with integrated arm rests and joystick controls have all been replicated.
This is one of the most interesting models Liebherr have commissioned and NZG have created a much welcomed replica. The paint finish is exceptional with crisp printing of the VINCI Construction logos and highlighting of the bolt heads and safety labels. This is another excellent release in the growing VINCI Group model collection. The model is pictured above and below fitted with the digging bucket from the Liebherr R936C tracked excavator which has a quick coupler which is compatible with the attachments supplied with the R944C and, with a little persuasion, the tilting bucket from the Liebherr A924C wheeled excavator.
|
|||||||||
|
|