Terex TL120 Wheel Loader
Presented here is the 1:50th scale Terex TL120 wheel loader which has been produced in China by NZG. The TL120 is the largest model in the Terex compact wheel loader line, tipping the scales around 7 ton with a bucket capacity ranging from 1.2 to 1.8m3 with a transverse mounted Deutz 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 100hp. The independent hydrostatic transmission and 2 speed ranges allow for a top travel speed of 20km/h while an optional ‘high speed’ derivative offers up to 36km/h.
The TL120 scale model from NZG is typically full of great features and detail, from the surface engraving of the bodywork with highlighted grill slots and the articulating chassis and underside drivetrain to the rolling rubber wheels that have an authentic tread pattern.
Silver finished steps are fitted both sides leading up to the cabin which contains a nice moulding of the interior, complete with all the essentials including driver’s seat and steering wheel. External cab detailing includes rear view mirrors added to the frame and an amber beacon on the roof.
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The loader arms achieve a very realistic range of motion with the tipping angle of the bucket excellently replicated. Flexible hydraulic hoses have been added for extra realism along with small front facing lights with painted lenses.
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The paint finish is flawless, as expected from NZG with good replication of the Terex logos and markings along with various tiny safety labels. |
For the 2015 toy fair, NZG produced a special version of the model decorated in the red and black NZG house colours with white printing which looks stunning.
