1:50th Scale Liebherr R926 Advance Tracked Excavator
"Felbermayr"
Presented here is the 1:50th scale Liebherr R926 Advance tracked excavator in Felbermayr livery from NZG. Based on the standard version, there are several small casting changes on the model including the aerial mounted to the roof and the small fluid cap mounted to the rear of the cab. The majority of the model is painted in the standard Liebherr colours with the distinctive blue painted counterweight.
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 a Felbermayr fleet number has been printed on the cab side.
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 updated print work on the sides. On this version of the model, the familiar grey and white stripes from the previous generation have been added to the bodywork instead of the curved graphic and this looks much better in my opinion. 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.
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The addition of flexible hydraulic piping to the boom, stick and bucket cylinders is another nice touch and adds to the level of realism on the model while the red painted quick coupler is another difference to the standard Liebherr version. 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. This is another great release from NZG and is a welcome addition to the ever expanding range of Liebherr models that are being commissioned. The model is packed in a two piece polystyrene carton with outer printed box.
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The paint finish is exceptional with accurate placement of the Felbermayr markings and website details on the boom and rear counterweight
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