1:50th Scale Komatsu
D51PX Bulldozer
Presented here is the 1:50th scale Komatsu D51PX dozer from First Gear.
The undercarriage has nicely reproduced, freely rotating all metal linked tracks with grouser and bolt detailing visible on each track pad.
The cab frame is finished all round with protective mesh panels which is something not usually seen on a bulldozer. The front mounted sweeps is another sight seldom seen in Europe and this model is clearly modelled on a forestry specification machine.
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The cab interior is highly detailed with a fully replicated operator station which is finished in a light grey colour which gives good contrast to the dark grey cab paintwork.
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The rear mounted winch with simulated steel cable is another indication that the model has been based on a forestry spec machine and I for one hope that a more standard version is released in the not to distant future. The rear radiator grill is well defined with centrally placed Komatsu decal whilst the fuel tanks have printed machine designation decals and grab rails added for extra realism.
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The front of the model has a PAT blade which has a very realistic range of movement. The dozer frame has integrated steps, complete with anti-slip texture with grab rails mounted to the front engine housing to assist in safe entry to the cab for the operator. Flexible hydraulic piping has been added to the hydraulics mounted on the blade and the cylinders are stiff enough to hold the blade in any position chosen. The blades cutting edge has bolt detailing visible
and the blade can be tilted left/right and angled to each side of the machine.
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The paint finish is fantastic with accurate placement of the Komatsu markings and is another superb model release and a welcomed addition to the fast expanding Komatsu line from First Gear.
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