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BELAZ 75180

Mining Dump Truck

Left:
The 75180 has good detailing
and functionality throughout with
a colourful decoration.

Below:
Two-stage hydraulic cylinders allow the
body to tip to a reasonable angle.

The 1:50th scale model has captured the rather interesting colour scheme

of the original well, with the yellow overall colour enhanced with blue
and white panels. The chassis features oscillating rear suspension
and simulated front axle suspension with a hydraulically steered
front axle that achieves a good range of movement.
L adders leading up to the deck have dashboard. The upper deck is
surrounded with metal safety railings
been added on both sides of the
which look great, incorporating a
engine bay, one of which passes
diagonally in front of the large grill,
the lights are modelled in clear plastic over
complete with a textured surface and while number of safety and rear-view mirrors. All
not perforated, it still looks fine. There is an silver which makes it look like you can see
interior within the cabin but it is a little hard the interior bulb.
to see any details apart from the seat and

Above: Above: Above:
The two-seat cabin has been captured convincingly The front grill is partly hidden behind the diagonal The electrical cabinet on the upper deck is promi-
with a modelled interior. access stairway leading to the upper deck. nent, complete with painted handles.

42 TPMMW Magazine - Winter 2021