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Manufacturer: Diecast Masters Item No: 85676 / 85677 Scale: 1:50th Price: £45.00

CATERPILLAR

242D3 & 259D3

Loaders – Black Edition

Diecast Masters have been releasing special black painted models of some of their Caterpillar models
and following the grader, dozer and backhoe loader comes the latest additions, the 242D3 and 259D3

loaders which have a full-black decoration with the latest Hex logos and markings.

Caterpillar 242D3
Right:
Skid Steer Loader The black finish really
stands out on the
The 242D3 skid steer loader is an 242D3, shown here
impressive model despite its small with standard bucket
dimensions, and comes with a quick
coupler and choice of four different
work tools consisting of a standard
bucket, a wide bucket, pallet forks
and a grapple bucket with adjustable
grapples. The wheels freely rotate and
are fitted with treaded tyres. The rear
engine compartment is augmented
with painted lights which look good
and the cabin has mesh printed side
panels with a glazed front door and
seated operator. This is an update to
the original release, sporting the new
HEX logo design.

Below
The latest Cat logos
and machine designation
really catch the eye.

Above:
The grapple bucket is
a nice addition, ideal
for industrial and agri- Right:
cultural duties The grapple bucket
has a pair of hinged
grapples which can
be adjusted.

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