Volvo EC220E Tracked Excavator

Presented here is the 1:50th scale Volvo EC220E tracked excavator which has been produced in China by Motorart. It is an update to the previously released D series model with refined detailing and a return to metal pistons which were a dissapointment on the previous EC220D.

The cabin interior has been modelled and has everything present including the driver's seat, joystick controls and steering levers while the exterior of the cab has grab rails and a highlighted door handle, complete with tiny printed Volvo logo. A roof window has been installed with integrated roof lights, windscreen wiper and amber beacon. Interestingly, the glazing does not have a black printed window seal around the edges but the casting looks to have this detail incorporated and results in it looking unfinished.

All the safety and grab rails are accurately scaled and replicated in metal which is an improvement over the D series release. The opening engine cover reveals an engine casting which is decorated with authentic colours while the upper decking has a textured surface with good perforation detail on the side cooling grille panel.

The undercarriage has tensioned linked metal tracks which have double grouser pads while the track frames have cast lower roller and step detailing with reasonably finished drive wheels. The paint finish is good with several safety warning labels printed on the rear counterweight and the stick while the Volvo name and machine's designation are clearly printed.