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The unusual design of the drivetrain
incorporates a pair of axles, both of which
Right: are mounted to turntables so that both axles
There are eight wheels needed, steer the truck and this is achieved cleverly,
four pairs fitted to the two axles.
not only to have working steering, but also
how the drive system engages with the rear
axle to cause it to rotate. The dimensions of
the dump body are impressive, and while it
has rather low sides, the surface area is
much larger than haul trucks like the Cat and
Liebherr mining monsters, truly showing just
how big this world record holder is. There is
nothing overly tricky during the build and
the end result is certainly impressive, and
Left:
The underside structural rather heavy.
detailing of the dump
body looks good.

Above:
Panels on the upper deck can
be opened to show the wind-up
engine at the heart of the model.
Left:
The interesting steering
system is linked between
the front and rear axle.

Below:
The finished model, an impressive
kit that really captures the looks
of the original.

Winter 2021 - TPMMW Magazine 47