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Manufacturer: NZG Scale: 1:50th Price: €324.52
Dimensions: L:455mm, W:182mm, H:326mm Weight: 3930g

Right:
The Komatsu PC4000-11
Hydraulic shovel first
appeared in April 2019.

Komatsu PC4000-11

Hydraulic Shovel

The Komatsu PC4000-11 hydraulic shovel was available in limited quantities during the Bauma trade

show back in April 2019 with some updates being made before the next production batch is released
at the end of 2019.
T he model has a significant

weight which gives it a
substantial feel with the boom,
dipper and shovel having
smooth operation while remaining stiff
enough to hold the chosen position.
The clam bucket is also hydraulically
operated and has a full range of
movement. The bucket teeth are nicely
cast, including the bottom and side
cutting plates with wear plate
detailing found on the underside and
in the back of the shovel. Hydraulic
hose detailing has been implemented
to all cylinders and the combination of
yellow and black colouring of the
hoses is authentic to the original.
There is a service frame fitted to the Above:
back of the boom, complete with There is a considerable
raised railings on one side for safety. weight to the model, with
plastic used very sparingly.

22 TPMMW Magazine - Winter 2019