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W hen it comes to the seen on a mining truck model, powered by
a pair of hydraulics with all wheels freely
1:50th scale model,
rotating. The tyres have an authentic tread
the manufacturer has
once again done a
hubs capture all the fixing bolt details. On
good job in replicating the looks and design which looks good and the wheel
features of the original. The chassis has the sides of the chassis, there are the diesel
a steering front axle which achieves and hydraulic tanks with raised ladders to
one of the best steering ranges I have aid refilling while at the rear, the suspension
system cylinders are replicated.
The AC-DC drive electrical cabinet and
equipment on the upper deck is enhanced
with warning labels and panel hinge
detailing with the two-seat cabin having a
modelled interior which is convincing, Metal
safety railings are fitted around the upper
deck with plastic access stairs located on
both sides of the engine bay. The blue colour
match between plastic and metal is very
impressive.
The welded bucket-type dump body
incorporates engine exhaust heating which
is replicated on the model. Two-stage
hydraulic cylinders allow the body to tip with
Above:
The dump body raises to a the centre section finished in silver plastic
decent angle, using twin-stage with a fairly stiff grip, allowing the body to
hydraulic cylinders. remain in the raised position. Mechanical
tie- straps are also modelled on the
underside which is good to see.
The paint finish is to a high standard,
and it is interesting to see both English and
Russian BELAZ logos printed on the model. I
should also mention the packaging for
TECHNICAL INFO the model, with a two-part clear plastic
moulding holding the model secure within a
Engine: Cummins KTA 50-C 16 Cylinder
metal tin which has a clear window lid,
Transmission: AC-DC drive with traction allowing the model within to be seen. There
alternator
is also a certificate of authenticity card in
Power Rating: 1600hp the box.
Weight: 107,100 kg
Payload Capacity: 136,000 kg
Maximum Travel Speed: 48 km/h Left:
The underside of the chassis shows the
steering system, traction alternator and
traction motor housing with the bottom
of the modelled engine also visible.

Above: Above: Above:
The exhaust ports are visible, discharging into the At the heart of the chassis is the replicated CUM- Hinged mud flaps are fitted to the underside of the
dump body. MINS engine block, visible when the front wheels dump body.
are turned.

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