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Above:
The LTM1090-4.2 mobile
crane is an impressive and
highly detailed model.
Below:
The fly jib can be set at
several different angles to
increase the working height.
Above:
The engine housing is nicely detailed using
photo-etch parts.
The crane cabin can be tilted to about
20 degrees and has a modelled
interior with flush fitting windows and Above:
The counterweight can be realistically picked up.
an abundance of warning labels.
The crane is fitted with a single
winch which uses a winding key for
operation, with a braking mechanism
preventing the winch from moving on
its own. Out of the box, the 2-pulley
hook is already fitted and is
permanently connected to the tip of
the boom, so the rope needs cutting
if the jib is to be used. Unfortunately,
there is no single line hook supplied
for use with the jib. Above:
The double-stage outriggers extend and lower
The boom angle can be set at any and can take the weight of the model.
point by tightening the grub screw
mounted in the hydraulic cylinder and
each of the telescopic boom sections
can be extended, clicking into place
at 50%, 90% and 100% extension.
The painting of the individual sections
looks good and the overall paint finish
is of a high quality. Fine details
include branded tyres with the raised
Michelin markings, the three ladders
on the upper deck can be rotated and
lowered and wherever you look on Above:
The telescopic boom has some nice painting
the model, there are warning and of each section.
safety labels authentically replicated.
Winter 2019 - TPMMW Magazine 13