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Toy fair whisperings

For me, the International Toy Fair in Nuremberg has three dis-tinctive emotional aspects. About two months before the fair, the unpleasing process of organizing the trip brings up the question of why do I want to do this to mys-elf again, when only a couple of days before the fair, I can read all the news about it on the Internet? However, when I step through the doors of the halls were the fair is held, my enjoyment is great as I once again meet all the people with whom, during the remainder of the year, I exchange only an occasio-nal email. When I am sitting in the train on my way back home, star-ting to write my fair report, I know that it was imperative to have been at the fair yet again. This is be-cause the most important bits of news, besides the new models of course, is gleaned only from direct conversation, or from that given out with baited breath as “strictly between us” and to be kept “off the record”.

This year Norscot was the do-minant topic of discussion in hall seven. However, I do not want to repeat here what transpired and

has already been printed in several places over the last weeks.

Literally, only a few minutes from the print deadline, Klaas de Vries from Mahler & Partner (Norscot Europa) explained to me that the blocked die cast moulds have been released. After the sche-duled move to a new production site in China, and the training of the new production staff, produc-tion will start again. It probably will take months until the promised new models will appear. Collectors will have to practice a bit more pa-tience.

Despite this drawback, friends of the Caterpillar brand do not have to despair: it is a special privilege to introduce the new Cat 385C and 390D models from CCM, an ex-clusive report for BAGGERMO-DELLE. I am convinced that these new models with sweeten the wai-ting time for now.

I would like to wish all reader a lot of fun when reading the current issue,

Daniel Wietlisbach

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Translation of pages 6 – 7

NZG 1:50 scale

Immediately after the Nurem-burg toy fair, NZG delivers the first new items. As well as the new Terex AC200-1 was a group of colorful excavators from the Netherlands: The Volvo EC460C L in the “van Dalen” and “Loock” color schemes, and the Hitachi ZX1000K-3 with an 18m long boom in the “van Vliet” and “van Groningen” liveries.

Also ready to deliver are all three versions of the very finely detailed Dynapac: the SD2500 CS and SD2550 CS with tracks and the SD2500 WS as a wheeled version.

The new Actros appears in full chrome paint as tractor unit with

GigaSpace and StreamSpace cabin versions. The concrete mixer truck in the “Fischer Kies, Staffelbach” version is painted blue and finished with an intricately printed decal.

Herpa 1:87 scale

The new Mercedes Actros Giga 2011 is now available as a single tractor unit and combined with a semi-lowbed trailer in red. To up-grade the heavy load trucks from MAN and Mercedes, a set of anti-skid fenders is available. It is pos-sible to adapt lowboy trailers for the transport of wind turbine parts using the new pipe adaptor kit. Fi-nally, for the builders of dioramas,

there is a set with Delta Bloc high-way lane dividers. Included in the set is a grappling hook for Herpa loading cranes.

GMTS 1: 50 scale

The series of Golden Oldies gets a wonderful addition with the Büs-sing Commodore FK3 6x6 dump truck. As one of the first front axle driven trucks, it was not very po-pular with drivers; they preferred the large engine hood found on most trucks of the time as it gave drivers a greater feeling of safety. However, the model of an out of the ordinary prototype, turned out very nicely. It has the usual high

New on the market

Collector‘s guideSo that you do not miss any of the new model announcements, the latest releases are listed here in short form.

Typ Scale Producer Available at Additional information

Caterpillar 631E 1:48 CCM dealers www.ccmodels.com

Liebherr PR 754 «Colas» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Liebherr LR 1750 «Wiesbauer» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Terex AC 100/4L «Felbermayr» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Actros with vessel bed trailer «Spedition Bender» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

MAN TGS with Doll 5-axle Semi low loader «Eurovia» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Actros with Schmitz Cargobull tipping trailer «Eurovia» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

MAN TGS 8x4 tipping body «Koch» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter «Geis» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter BF3 «Scholpp», «Sped. Bender» 1:50 Conrad dealers www.conrad-modelle.de

Liebherr LTM 1200-5.1 «Kanson» 1:50 Conrad HTM www.heavy-transport-models.de

Sandvik TH550 with new tipping body 1:50 Conrad Sandvik-Shop www.3pr.se/merchandiseshop

Komatsu D65 two different versions 1:50 First Gear dealers www.firstgearreplicas.com

Komatsu 960E-2k 1:50 First Gear dealers www.firstgearreplicas.com

Roadtec SB-2500E feeder 1:50 First Gear exclusive Roadtec —

Mercedes-Benz Zetros 4x4 with platform «orange» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

Mercedes-Benz Actros M‘08 tandem dump truck «red» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

Volvo FH16 with Nooteboom Pendel X «Max Bögl» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

MAN TGS M tandem dump truck «Max Bögl» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

VW Crafter double cabin with platform «Max Bögl» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

MAN TGX XXL low boy semitrailer «Wacker» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter BF3 «Wacker» 1:87 Herpa dealers www.herpa.de

Scania R 09 with dump semitrailer «Hubert Schmid» 1:87 Herpa Haertle www.haertle.de

Scania R 09 6x2 low boy semitrailer «Hubert Schmid» 1:87 Herpa Haertle www.haertle.de

degree of detailing that includes a very finely etched front radia-tor grille. The new casting for the dumping skip is impressive.

Heavy Transport Models 1:50 scale

The exclusive Swiss Line will be augmented with two new and very


welcome models: the MAN TGX 33.680 comes with a five-axle semi lowboy trailer painted convincin-gly in the colours of the construc-tion crane firm of Affolter from Schüpfen near Berne, Switzerland. The series is limited to 100 pie-ces. The Liebherr R 924 Compact, painted in the Kibag colors, com-pliments the fleet of excavators.

Kibri 1: 87 scale

Builders of dioramas will like the re-release of Kibri’s set with construction containers and barri-ers. Self-sticking labels for the firm of Strabag are included.

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What a discovery it was when the boy collector spied the Kibri Liebherr R974 already assembled in a shop window in Nuremberg. The model was speedily elevated to the top of his Christmas wish list. That very year it was found under the Christmas tree. This was the first kit that 12-year-old Timo Bachhuber assembled, and it would not be the last. Over the years, he assembled all of the Ki-bri models with prototypes from Atlas, Kaelble, Liebherr, Faun and Komatsu. Finally, his main interest became the modern machines. The favourites were machines used for the movement and handling of soil. Due to the unavailability of many newer construction machines, a few truck models joined the ever-growing collection. Timo financed his acquisitions with his allowance. Gifts on birthdays and Christmases augmented his collection.

Improved models

He was a perfectionist even then. This led to upgrades on many of his models. At first, only the tracks

were painted to look more realistic. Soon the entire model was painted, weathered and finally upgraded with tiny hand rails made from brass wire. To present his models favourably in prototypical surroun-dings he built his first dioramas. He created dioramas of quarries from Styrofoam and plaster of Pa-ris enhanced by the addition of real dirt and stones that he collected on his walks. The creative urge was almost limitless. If a new idea ap-peared during the construction of a diorama, he would start a complete-ly new one. His parents were, when Timo Bachhuber thinks back, not enthused about the ever-increasing number of dioramas and the const-ruction mess connected to them.

Later on, he tried his hand at as-sembling the more challenging kits from D+K Modelbau. The parts for these kits are resin and pewter castings. Kits for Cat D11N, Cat 789, Wabco 170C (dump truck) and a Demag H 485 were built. The relatively simple detailing on them required a substantial amount of additional work. However, the reward for the builder was that he

Timo Bachhuber collects 1:87 scale models

A PerfectionistTimo Bachhuber is 32 years old; this makes him

the youngest collector we have had the pleasu-

re to introduce. Some of his scratch built mo-

dels leave even older hands breathless …

by Daniel Wietlisbach

Timo Bachhuber was born at about the same time that Kib-

ri launched its line of construction machine models in 1:87 scale. His father was a passionate model buil-der, specializing in formula 1 ra-cing cars in 1:12 scale. As a side in-terest, he collected cars in the same scale from Wiking and Herpa.

It is clear that Timo Bachhuber inherited his passion for model buil-ding from his father. As far back as the collector can remember his pas-sion has always been for construc-tion machines. The most exciting thing for him as a small tyke was to spend time at construction sites watching the machines at work. At home, the very few construc-tion machine toys available at the time had the place of honour on the nursery toy shelf. He has clear me-mories of owning two special two-wheeled loaders, the Zettelmeyer Europ L 2000 loader from Siku and a Michigan L320 from Joal.

At the age of 10, inspired by his father, he discovered the 1:87 sca-le models from Wiking. Available at the time were a Liebherr 531 wheeled loader and an O&K Hy-draulic excavator that had thick rubber tracks and was rather Spar-tan in its detailing. These models were designed for model railroad layouts. They did not inspire the collectors interested in construc-tion machines.



now had some unique models in his collection. However, that was not enough for him. He used the parts in the kit for the H 485 S to make a Liebherr R996, a complete-ly scratch built effort. Unfortunate-ly, most of these early models were given away, since they no longer passed scrutiny as his modeling skills increased.

During his apprenticeship, he discovered a classified ad for the model of the Cat 922G from CCM. Together with the Cat 777D this was the last model in a small series of 12 models from the market lea-der. The sensational quality inspi-red him to such a degree that he sa-ved up the price of the model from his rather limited apprenticeship salary. (It was much later when he was able to add the matching 777D to his collection.) From then on, he watched the offerings from CCM very closely. Therefore, he was able to add the following models to his collection: the Cat 797 large dump truck, 583R pipe layer, D11R CD and 994D. They made their way into to his display cabinets over a few years. Only because he had fi-nished his apprenticeship, and was still living at home, was it possible to finance these models.

A discovery destined to make a great impact in his collection was the discovery Bachhuber made when he was visiting a dealer’s shop. There he found a brown Ter-ex Unit Rig MT4400 large skip dump truck made by OHS. This maker’s resin and pewter models released in 1:50 scale were not free of controversy. However, the pure brass models in 1:87 scale from the same maker can be counted among the best ever made. Legendary, and today very much sought after, is the

model of the O&K RH400. This model can be admired in Timo’s collection in the red Syncrude co-lor scheme as well as in the white Electro version as RH400-E. Both are exact scale models and are pro-totypically correct. Overall, OHS released six different versions in a very small and limited series. The-se models were followed by mo-dels from Classic Mint for examp-le, the world’s largest bulldozer, the Komatsu PC450LC. The Euro-pean version appeared only due to an initiative by the very involved dealer shop, Spiel + Modellkist’l.

Not at least among the mo-dels in his collection is the P&H 4100XPC; the larger 1:50 model of this machine was released a few years after the smaller scale one. A shiny green Terex Titan 33-19 by EMD is the only historical ma-chine in his collection, but it was a real must have machine for the collector of heavy-duty construc-tion machines.

His Masterpiece

The collector would not be able to call himself a model maker if he did not build his own models from scratch or kit bashed existing kits into new models in addition to coll-ecting finished models. This is how

the Liebherr excavators came into being. By using kits from Kibri and models from Herpa, Timo built the following models: R964B, 974B, 984C and R922. None of these models has to take second place behind the brass models.

The absolute masterpiece, how-ever, is the Liebherr T282B. The world’s largest dump truck was on show for the first time at the 2004 Bauma. Visitors to the show, including Timo Bachhuber, were able to get a close-up look at the giant. Timo used the opportunity to take hundreds of pictures, even from below the unit. Construction started a little bit later and consu-med two years of modeling time. The unique model is comprised of 1345 individual parts; the highly detailed engine can be detached from the model and admired sepa-rately. The Liebherr T282B is, wi-thout a doubt, the masterpiece of a perfectionist.

The Collector

Timo Bachhuber, 32, apprenticed as a gardener and works for a large construction supply company. He features his new model con-struction efforts regularly on his home page: www.baumaschinen-modelle.com. To expand his horizon and for “relaxation” he builds models from other market segments. Now he is working on a con-tainer ship from Revell in 1:700 scale. He is also a passionate cyclist and loves to play billiards. He is single and lives in Schwabach.



by Urs Peyer

As successors to the 385C, the 390D and its companion, the

374D were officially introduced to the trade in a Belgian quarry in No-vember of 2010.

However, the 385C remains in the line-up for us as a front shovel excavator model. Since machines of this size are generally used only in German quarry operations, the number of machines sold is small. Therefore, Caterpillar decided not to re-design the FS version (Front shovel). However, eventually the new engines, conforming to the emission control protocol IIIB, with particle filter, will be required and will have to be used. It remains to be seen if the model designation will change when this occurs. The same question can be asked about the 390D; this machine still has one engine that is equipped with IIIA emission control features. Maybe a

390E or a 395E will soon leave the production line in Belgium.

385C L

Depending on the size of the boom chosen and the width of the track base plate, the 385C L brings an operating weight between 83.9 t and 87.7 t to the scales. The pro-pulsion system for this machine is a C15 Acert diesel engine with a displacement of 18.1 litres that produces 390 kW/ 530 hp. For the under carriage, track base plates with widths of 650, 750 or 900 mm are available. The under carriage can be mechanically reduced by up to 760 mm. The working width of the machine has a track width of 3,510 mm and maximum track support length of 5,120 mm (L = long under carriage ) Depending on the field of application for the 385C, the owner has a choice bet-ween the 7.25 m mass excavation

boom (ME) or the 8.4 m standard boom and the 10.0 m extended reach boom. If the requirement is to maximise the loading capa-bility, then the combination of the ME boom of the smallest size (2,920 mm) with the largest ca-pacity shovel (5.2 m3) is ideal. If the goal is to have the greatest possible reach, then the long boom (5.5 m) and an arm equipped with a small shovel, capacity of 2.0 m3, is called for. This gives a reach of 17.04 m and an excavation depth of 11.55 m total. For de-construc-tion purposes, Caterpillar is offe-ring three different outrigger versi-ons with heights of 30, 36 or 40 m. The “short” version, for example, is at work in Switzerland with the firm of Eberhard Bau AG. It can be operated with an attachment that weighs a maximum of 5t. The 385C L UHD, on the other hand, is capable of hoisting just about half of its own weight to the height of

Cat 385C L, 385C FS and 390D L

Variationson an excavatorNot considering the O&K/ Bucyrus excavators

from Caterpillar, the new 390D with its ope-

rating weight of 90.4 t is the largest hydraulic

excavator in the Caterpillar sales line up …


40 m and has an operating weight of 98.7 t.

385C FS

For the mining industry, Cater-pillar builds the 385C FS with an operating weight of 90.6 t. The hinged loose rock shovel has a ca-pacity of 5.7 or 6.5 m3, depending on the optional wear parts. There are several of these machines in

use in Germany. They usual work in combination with the 775F rigid frame dumpers that have a loading capacity of 63 t.

390D L

As with most updates on large construction machines, the new 390D L is heavier than its prede-cessor is. Depending on the attach-ment options, the new operating

weight is between 86.2 t and 92.4 t. The new version has an improved hydraulic system. The engineers were able to increase the pressure in the system and mounted a heavy counter weight (12.4 t). This achie-ves higher breakout forces, shorter work cycle times and higher loa-ding capacities in the quarries. The DEM100, a demolition excavator based on the 390D L is not yet available.





The delivery of all three versi-ons coincides with this issue

of our magazine. CCM was very kind in loaning us production sam-ples for this article. The three mo-dels in question are not three dif-ferently painted and finely detailed models but are three different excavator models with different equipment options. The 385C L has the standard boom and dipper, the 385C FS has a front shovel bucket and the 390D LME has an oversized backhoe bucket for mass material excavation. A check of the models against prototype measure-ments shows no discrepancies.

Lower carriage

The convincingly modelled, functional chassis for both back-hoe versions of the excavator is identical and looks true to the original. The 900 mm wide metal track segments, 51 on the original, are twinned and are transposed exactly onto the model. The three carrying wheels and the nine gui-

de wheels are present on the model and all work. Thanks to the very softly sprung suspension on the guide wheels, the model moves light footedly and very smoothly. To achieve maximum functiona-lity, the running gears are 2mm longer then the prototype. The pro-pulsion wheel is engraved with all details. The simple protective skirt for the running wheels is modelled as are the separately applied steps. A separate chassis had to be made for the face shovel version of the excavator as it has only eight run-ning wheels. Most of the original machines have a full covering protective skirt over the running wheels; however, there are some exceptions, one being the FS 385C

that was equipped with only the simple skirt, as shown on this mo-del. The twin standard track links have a scale width of 650 mm as on the original and again, are cor-rect in number.

Upper carriage

The upper carriage housing is identical on all three models. The convincing air intake grills are deep, precise engravings. Many handrails and grips, made most-ly from wire, further enhance the look of the upper part of the mo-dels however, the plastic moun-tings are a bit oversized. It is pos-sible to look at the fine mock up of the C18 Acert engines through the finely etched mesh cover. There are three service box lids that al-low a look at the hydraulic pump and air filters. The bank of hydrau-lic valves is centrally placed. Un-derneath are two housings for the swivel motors. As on the originals, the counterweights on the 390D and 385C are different.

All three models share the same operator’s cabin; however, that on

Cat 385C and 390D from CCM in 1:48 scale

Versatile excavatorGreat was the joy of collectors upon the an-

nouncement of the models of the CAT 385C

and 390D. Even greater were the expectations

of the producer, CCM …

At a glance

+ Detailing at true to scale+ Functionality+ Great variety of optional equipment shown– Hand rails made partly from plastic



the 385C FS is elevated. All win-dows are set in and flush with the outside of the cabin. The rubber mouldings are painted on in a flat black colour. The sky light on the cabins is protected with a plastic grille; on the FS version there is an additional grille for the front win-dow. The absolute detail highlight on the cabin is the doors that close so exactly that a special tool, inclu-ded, is needed to open them. The first class, multi-coloured interior has a simulated steering control monitor on a colour-printed label. Spotlights, rear view mirrors and window wipers complete the de-tails of the cabins.

Equipment

The difference between the nor-mal version and the mass excava-

tion version can be observed nice-ly. The latter, paired with the 6m3 scoop, gives the 390 LME a really chunky look. The boom and the jib are extremely well detailed and all hydraulic lines down to the control valves on the cylinders are sepa-rately applied parts. True to the prototype, the cylinders have visi-ble bolt heads and chromed piston rods. It is nice to note that there are no distracting bolts showing. How-ever, it gets better; the bolts used to attach the bucket scoops are at-tached with bolts that are the same size and shape as on the original. Finally, the beautifully engraved shovels have the appropriate teeth and wear and tear parts. The 3.7 m long jib on the 385C L is actually, according to the prospectus, meant only for the 390D. Equally excel-lent in all details is the optional FS

equipment; this must have been a challenge for the model enginee-ring team. On the under side of the jib and boom there is a jumble of hydraulic lines, just like on the original. Only on the upper part of the boom is there a missing cross connection leading to the outer lif-ting cylinders. By the way, the pis-ton rods on the four cylinders have protective sheet metal coverings that run in and out on tracks. The paint job and lettering are, as al-ways from CCM, first class. It does not take a prophet to forecast long-lasting success for these models.



by Robert Bretscher

Strictly speaking, this model does not fit into the tinplate

period because only the chassis is made from solid steel. For the upper carriage and the very nice dumping bin with cross stiffeners, GAMA used the trendy plastic cas-ting, popular during the 60s and 70s. Despite the otherwise robust construction, the rather brittle plas-tic was prone to cracks and chip-ping especially in the bin part, due to rough treatment in the sand box and particularly with the loading of large stones.

The huge dump truck is very pleasing to look at and has a great design. It is equipped with many details, remarkable for the time. The partially glassed in operator’s cabin is equipped with a mounted ladder, steering wheel and cabin

interior. The sliding door operates prototypically. The two air filters on the side of the model and the huge tires give it an authentic look.

The headlights and warning be-acons of colored plastic materi-al are protected behind the front steel bumpers. The engineering of the fully functional dumping mechanism is very impressive. A hand-operated lever releases a strong spring that dumps the bin out. The same spring is wound up again when the bin is lowered and a hook clicks into place to keep

the bin secured. The front oscilla-ting axles are a further refinement to the model. The model is steered by a steering rod that is located just above the bumpers in the front. The whole under carriage is very sturdy and is equipped with double rear tires that sit on stainless steel axles, as do the single front tires. This strong construction made it impossible to bend the axles even when used in rough play. To sum-marize, a super toy for its time in history.

Tinplate

Faun dump truckfrom GAMA

This large Faun dump truck by GAMA was of-

fered as the number 339. Today it is an espe-

cially rare model …



by Carsten Bengs

The crane rolls on nine axles, all of them sprung and, with

the exception of one, are steerab-le. The boom trailer truck has the same configuration. The very fine mechanical solution for the axles deserves mention. Even the logo of the tire maker, Michelin, is visible on the scale tires. The many super-structures and the massive exhaust stack have safety tread surfaces, as on the prototype.

Small Allen screws must be undone to detach both trucks from the crane super structure. This is an interesting feature, one rare-ly used in real life. (Extra repla-cement screws are included with the model). The crane is anchored with massive telescoping supports attached to the crane from below with Allen screw that are hidden from view. Rather massive bolts are used for this but they secure the unit so that it can stand safely. Little hydraulic lines complete the details.

The Low-Line drivers’ cabins, typical for these units, are easily recognized. The doors open wide making it easier to gaze inside both cabins. The hinges are noticeably compact. Lettering and registration plates are modeled, as are window wipers, lights, rear view and other mirrors and radiator grille; all the-se are made from photo etchings.

Upper carriage and boom

The first thing observed when looking at the model is the superb detailing. The hoses and pipes run along the outrigger foot and can be connected to the boom. On the prototype, these lines would hand-le the telescoping motion. A small magnet secures the lines in their holders which is a nice detail.

The massive outrigger is attached to the bottom plate with some stout bolts that are operated with a pivo-ting pin to secure the boom. YCC has the possibility here to optimi-ze the model further, as one of the bolts was lying loose in the bottom of the box. A little drop of ACC

fixed the problem in no time. The same bolts are used to attach the seven parts of the counter weight ballast. The very little bolts with little handles that are used to attach parts are remarkable. However, in order to attach them I had to drill out the openings.

The technique used in the const-ruction of the telescoping boom is very interesting. It features a very smooth step less adjustment. The outrigger can be fixed at any positi-on using the Allen key that is inclu-ded. The Allen screws are hidden in the erecting cylinder. It would be nice to see this system used in other crane models. The outrig-ger boom has the distinctive HPC profile designed by Gottwald. This allows the machine to reach high carrying and lifting thresholds.

The AK 1000 introduced as an 800 tonner was upgraded later on. All the dollies that guide the lif-ting cables are very nice. They run freely without making the cable

Gottwald AMK 1000 from YCC in 1:50 scale

The Legend is alive!For a very long time, the legendary Gottwald

AMK 1000 was one of the world’s largest te-

lescoping cranes. Twenty-seven years after its

conception YCC took a gamble and now pre-

sents this ambitious model …

At a glance

+ Choice of prototype+ Detailing– Winch is stiff and hard to turn– Loose parts, hard to use bolts



drag on the boom. The lowest dol-ly wheel can be folded downwards out of the way while in transport mode. All telescoping sections of the outrigger can be secured with the small bolts and are very stable. On the pulley head, there is a noti-ceable detail: the rear drumhead cable leads over a hydraulic cylin-der that brings the pulley head to working position. The wind gauge detail is very nice. The cables for the hooks run on metal dolly wheels and operate very smoothly. The drum cables are stiff, and need a drop of oil when they are run up for the first time.

As a nice touch, there are three different block hooks included with the model: one 11 roll for a lifting capacity up to 350t, a five roll for 150t capacity and a small one roll. All hook blocks come with swivel-ling hooks and securing clips. On the prototype, the clips prevent the slipping of the lifting cables.

The driver’s cabin tilts and stows away behind the ballast receptac-le when being transported. The little door opens easily. Window wipers and simulated lights round off the detailing of the cabin. The-re is even a tiny but typical, white triangular “Gottwald- Düsseldorf”

sign mounted on the opposite wall of the cabin.

Overall, it can be said that YCC has produced a fantastic and im-pressive model of this, the most legendary crane in the world. Even though there is still some room for improvement on some points, the AMK 1000 is a milestone in mo-del making. This is especially true if one considers that this model was made without any commission from the industry.



Here you can challen-

ge your know-how.

Recognize the machi-

ne and win a model!

by Remo Stoll

Unfortunately, vandals got to it before the photographer.

Lamps and windows had already been smashed which is a shame, because the machine still looks pretty good. This wheeled loader was made in two, almost identical versions with differing type desig-nations. A small hint: we are looking for the older model variant.

Recognized? Then send us the exact manufacturer’s name and the model number on a post card by mail. We also accept email submissions (contact information is on page 42). The contest ends 15th April 2012. Should there be more correct answers than prizes

Solution from BAGGERMODELLE 1-2012

It was quite a challenge to identify the Weserhütte W 100 dragline excavator in the last contest. However, there were more correct entries than prizes, so a draw was held. The winners are: Carsten Land who won the Goldhofer low boy trailer and MAN TGX XXL “Bohnet” from Conrad, Uwe Hensler from Berlin (D) who won the Liebherr A924 Li-tronic “Wurzel Bau” from NZG and Bernhard Dorner from Neuhaus (D) who won the Ginaf 10x4 dumper model from WSI.

We congratulate all the winners!

a draw will be held to determine the winner.

This time the three prizes are the Liebherr A 900C ZW Litronic from NZG, the MAN TGS 8x4 with a Meiller dumping bin in orange from NZG and the Scania 143M 4x2 tractor unit from WSI.

Remo’sold Iron



by Daniel Wietlisbachand Carsten Bengs (cranes)

There where few new const-ruction machine models to be

found at the last toy fair however, the year ended better then expec-ted. This year, some very interes-ting new models were on display. Additionally, some makers let it be known that more new items would be introduced at the Intermat Fair in Paris in the middle of April. This means that collectors can look forward to a variety of new items throughout the year.

Busch 1:87

The narrow gauge underground mining railroad from last year has grown and is now expanding to in-clude a palette of light industrial railway models. As well as trains, track and switches, there is a bridge system and a loading ramp. In ad-dition, three buildings depicting a brick works are offered. Matching the light industrial rail theme is a turf works with a couple of out buildings. A good match for both is the resurrected model of the Fuchs 301 excavator as a weathered, rea-

dy to run model; unfortunately, it has an unsuitable grapple hook. Kibri also makes the mobile exca-vator from Weimar, with a smaller grappler hook.

Bymo 1:50

With the manufacturing of the Komatsu PC 8000 taking the full capacity of the factory in Bosnia, the Michigan 475B will be manu-factured in China; a series of 500 units is expected to be ready by this summer. The very promising sam-ple will undergo some modification in the areas of exhaust stacks and dumping cylinders. An upgrading kit with new metal tracks and guide wheels will be offered for the De-mag H485 S from NZG (375); it will be easy to switch to the new tracks and wheels. Unfortunately, the PC 8000, shown loading a dump truck, is only available as a print. The high quality prints in A3 to A0 formats may be ordered directly.

Conrad 1:50

Conrad offers new models in the “L-Version”. The L behind the or-der number signifies a lighter and

News from the Nuremberg Toy Show 2012

An interesting year!After a very difficult year for some, most pro-

ducers now look with cautious optimism to-

ward the future …

slightly simpler version. Omitting the detailed engine, tilting cabin, the photo-etched exhaust cage and including a simplified chassis without oscillating axles makes it possible to lower the cost of these models. This was a request made by industrial customers. Two new models fall into the simplified cate-gory: The MAN TGS with a Putz-meister M42-5RZ concrete pump attachment and the Mercedes Ac-tros four-axle truck with Liebherr HTM 904 concrete drum.

The Terex Demag AC100/4L was shown with a new, unique cabin de-sign. The AC1000 was also shown, but the model will only be available once the prototype has been deli-vered. A very interesting new versi-on is the Palfinger PK 150002 with a fly jib! Now a list of more new items from the Kalchreuthers: Link-Belt 800 X2, MAN TGX 6x4 with flat deck, mounted at the rear of a Palfinger PK 53002 SH, TGX 10x4 with Faymonville Variomax, TGS 6x4 with Palfinger PK 53002 SH in red/black, TGS 10x4 with Lieb-herr HTM 1204 concrete mixer, TGS recovery truck - EMPL Bison “Eichenseher’s”, Mercedes Actros with Schmitz Cargobull tipping trailer, Actros 10x4 with Moser two-way tipping body “Senn-Brunnen”, Actros 10x4 with Liebherr HTM 1204 concrete mixer, Actros 4x4 with snowplough and sanding bin “Orange”, Hamm three-wheeled



road roller 1911”pastel green”, Goldhofer AST-1X aircraft trans-porter, Jungheinrich Electro lifter ERC 216 and ETV 214-216 reach forklifts (the latter in 1:25 scale)

EMD 1:50

We met Brandon Lewis from EMD at the Bymo stand. He an-nounced four new models in his resin/white metal series. However, he was not able to give a firm date for the delivery of the 22-RB with dragline.

GMTS Brinkmeierin 1:50/ 1:87

New to the very extensive line-up of old-timer trucks is a twin-axled trailer with double tires. As well, a three-axled trailer with single tires will be available; all trailers will be available in the full range of colors to match the existing truck fleet. A Henschel F221 truck with front end steering as a three-axled dump truck is a new offering. A future project, a three axled Scania LB 76 with a long hood and quarry stone body, was shown in the new catalogue. The production of the Krupp Dollberg D 200 dragline excavator has been put on hold due to a lack of pre-orders.

Herpa 1:87

New designs in the heavy-duty transport segment are in the plan-ning stage and will appear in the fall. Until then, many colour vari-ations will bridge the demand. The very attractive nine-part set of the wind turbine transport fleet in the yellow colours of Ter Linden, pro-duced in two series of 333 and 250 pieces, sold out shortly after the fair.

Joal 1:50

The CA6000 road roller unit by Dynapac was on view as a pre-pro-duction sample; delivery is expec-ted sometime in the fall of this year.

Kibri/Viessman 1:87

The MB Trac 1500 is now availa-ble with built in lights. The 1800 model comes in black, painted for a museum; it is featured as the last Trac ever built. The Liebherr LTM 1050/4 stands out in its fire engine red with yellow lettering. The scale building sets for the fire brigade “ Fire hall”, “Garage” and “Office” are, when painted differently, very usable for modeling the HQ of a construction firm.

Motorart 1:50

Not even prototype pictures of the four new Volvo models an-nounced were on show at the Swe-dish stand. This is because the ori-ginals are still in the final design stages. The new models, expected in the fall, are the A40F articulated dump truck, the EC200D hydraulic excavator, the L90G wheeled loa-der and the DD25D compactor. On the program for 2013 are the L50G and the EC480D.

Noch 1:87

Two new sets of figures at work one with figures working on a sca-le brick wall and one set of pain-ters painting. There is also one set with truck drivers; these are all of interest to construction model collectors. The small construction vehicles series made by Noch, that includes drivers in the cab, is also

expanding. New from Zettelmeyer are the green and yellow, three-wheeled road roller, and a green wheeled loader.

Norscot 1:50/ 1:87

Unfortunately, nobody was able to provide us with firm delive-ry dates for the announced new items (see also the editorial on page 3). On show were the models that should have been delivered last fall: D8T with a single tooth rear ripping attachment, 740B with ejector body, Cat 785D with a Mega water tank, 323D L with demolition hammer attachment, 336D L with a large scrap shear in place of a jib, Compact loaders 226B3 and 247B3 with the new design look, A set with Cat CT660 lowboy trailer and 950H wheeled loader, Excavator-loader 450E in 1:87 scale with the Caterpillar logo on the backrest of the driver’s seat.

NZG 1:50

In addition to the Vögele MT 3000-2i Offset feeder already int-roduced in this issue, the lads from Nuremberg surprised us with no less than three machines from the Liebherr stable: the A 918 com-pact mobile excavator, the R 936 tracked excavator and the SR 714 Welding tractor. The pre-produc-tion samples shown are very pro-mising, but some fine-tuning is expected before the final produc-tion run. All models are expected within a few months. This reflects NZG’s new strategy that all new-ly announced items are to be deli-vered within three months.

The AC 200, upgraded with all



metal dolly wheels, has been re-is-sued for the lovers of construction cranes. As well as the Terex versi-on, a new color scheme for Kran Merkel will be available. The rest of the news in short form: Lieb-herr L 586-2plus2 “Eggersmann”, R 916-Advanced “Boymann” and “Gorissen”, LTM 11200 “Senn” and “Roxu”, Volvo EC460C L “van Dalen” and “Loock”, EC460C LD “Boverhoff”, Hitachi ZX 1000K-3 2PB “von Vliet” and “van Gronin-gen”, Hitachi ZX 1000k-3 40m-HL “AD”, Hamm GRW280 in white, Vögele Super 1900-2 “VSI”, Wirt-gen W 100 F “Borkowski”, HBM Nobas BG 190 TA-3 “Temmink”, Scheuerle SPMT set “Roll” Polyp grappler hook and clam shell bu-cket for re-loading are available separately, Mercedes Actros dump trucks - 6x4 in yellow and 8x4 in red, Actros 8x4 concrete mixer “Fischer Kies”, Actros FH25 Gi-gaSpace 4x2 in chrome and red, Actros FH23 StreamSpace 4x2 in chrome and red, Actros FHFH23 BigSpace 6x2 with Curtaininsider interchangeable body, MAN TGS 8x4 concrete mixer truck “van Ni-euwpoort”, TGX Curtaininsider in-terchangeable body tractor-trailer set “Maintaler, Shipping container 20 and 40 foot length in red brown, “CMA CGM” and Hamburg Süd”

Preiser 1:87/ 1:50

The re-issue of the Krupp 35 GMT mounted on a Faun chas-sis, and Magirus F 230 D 22 AK 6x6 dumpers will make many coll-ectors happy. The kits come in a blue/red fire brigade version. The “Gartenbau Müller” set containing a Ford Transit, figures and acces-sories is only marginally connec-

ted to a construction theme. Sur-prisingly, two figure sets in 1:50 have been announced: “standing women” and “standing men” are uniquely suited as onlookers for construction sites. In the unpainted version, both sets are available as one complete package. This year Merton has a set of five roofers working in full swing. These were found at the Preiser stand.

Schuco 1:87

The successful introduction of construction machines to the pro-duct line was followed this year by an articulated dump truck, the Liebherr TA 230. A toy fair high-light for the small-scale collectors who were not exactly favoured this year. The model of the Hamm HD+110 is almost production rea-dy and is scheduled to appear in both versions in the second quar-ter of this year as will the Liebherr PR 744 “Max Bögl”. Finally, the L 550 2plus2 appeared in the blue colour of the THW.

Siku

This maker is clearly more di-rected toward the toy segment of the market. However, there was an interesting new discovery on their stand: the series of simple and re-asonably priced tractors has been augmented with the Fendt 936 with the Scatter master SW 3 FC and stabilizer attachment, as often seen on soil stabilization construc-tion sites.

Sword

Chuck Sword was also present at the Bymo stand. He talked about

three projects he is working on; we can expect a firmer announcement in the fall.

TWH

The producer from Manitowoc did not show any new models. The firm is, however, in licensing nego-tiations with various manufactures in the US. According to Nicholas Neumann, Vice-President of Mar-keting and Sales at TWH, we can expect to see models of cranes, construction and mining machines if the negotiations are successful. Neumann continued, “We have learned from our mistakes in the past and we will concentrate, in the main, on new model construc-tions”.

Universal Hobbies 1:50

The Komatsu D 155 ax-7 was available for inspection for the first time. The quality is remarkable due to its high metal content. The bulldozer is scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of the year. Four to six new machine models are expected at the Intermat show in Paris, not all from Komatsu.

Wiking 1:87

A pickup truck is the preferred vehicle for taking material and tools to smaller construction si-tes. The ideal new vehicle for this is the VW Amarok that will be available in a variety of different colours. The models of the large tractors, Claaas Xerion and Fendt 939 Vario, are welcome additions for larger sites. Unfortunately, the-re are no new construction machi-



nes on Wiking’s’ new items to be released’ list.

WSI 1:50/1:87

This supplier had a completely re-designed stand and showed off its new logo. The Sarens SGC 120 is, without a doubt, the largest cra-ne model ever presented. The di-mensions are very impressive: the model weighs 50 kg and reaches 2.6m high. In real life, this giant crane can lift 1000t with the arm extended 100m. We also can look

Thank you!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the manufacturers for their kind reception and helpfulness du-ring the compilation of this report.

forward to a model of the Liebherr LTM 1350 with flying jib top. Fi-nally, for the cylinder controlling the boom, a metal casting and Al-len screw were used.

In response to the wishes of many collectors, the firm is launching a completely new line of finely de-tailed models in 1:87 scale. To achieve detailing that rivals their larger 1:50 models, all forms and dies are currently being up-dated.

YCC

Unfortunately, this producer was not represented at the toy fair. We would have liked to quiz them about their expected model of the AMK 1000.



by Albert Schmid

Slowly but surely the new breed of hydraulic excavator pushed

the dragline excavator out of the limelight as experienced by the US construction machine maker Lima, part of the Clark-Equipment Co. conglomerate.

Lima successfully produced front shovel excavators in Ohio, starting in 1925. The first hyd-raulic excavator was introduced in 1970. Lima expanded this line further three years later with two sizes of new hydraulic excavators. On of them was the Clark Lima 2505 front shovel, equipped with a shovel that had a capacity of 1 m3. The propulsion unit used for this model was a 6-cylinder 2-stro-ke Detroit Diesel engine from GM producing 238 hp. The big breakt-hrough that Lima had hoped for in the US, or even in Europe, did not materialize. This led to the decisi-

on to stop production in 1981. It is impossible to ascertain how many units were actually produced.

In 1973, Clark ordered a pro-duction model in 1:50 from NZG in Nuremberg. It was built in two series and numbered 147. The only difference between the two was an additional Clark sticker on the counterweight of the machine. Ac-cording to NZG records, 5000 pie-ces were produced in 1974, with a top up series of a further 3000, all delivered to the US. This seems a huge number of models, but hand written notes from NZG confirms this. At this time, it should be said

Eye Candy

Clark Lima 2505

This model of the Clark Lima 2505 excavator,

once produced by NZG, was made exclusively

for the US market and in consequence, is a

much sought after, rare piece …

that serious collectors have doubts about the number of models produ-ced. For a long time it was almost impossible for European collectors to find models of the Lima 2505. Only when they appeared on swap meets, or later on eBay did they start to appear in collectors’ dis-play cabinets.

By the way, research into mo-del and prototype backgrounds is only possible if you have closely-knit contacts that provide you with the requested information. I would like to take the opportunity at this time to thank all of my contacts very much indeed.




A mobile offset feeder is a unit that is used between the truck

bringing the surface material and the machine applying the road sur-face. It holds the surfacing materi-al and feeds it continuously to the surfacing unit. This makes it possi-ble to work without the interruption thus assuring a first class finished product. The receiving hopper has a capacity of about 8t. The unloading of a 25t truck directly into the wor-king feeder unit takes only about 60 seconds. At the same time, it can de-liver up to 60 % of the mix directly to the surfacing machine. The offset feeder has the capability of feeding two finishers at the same time for example, when building a highway. Since the conveyor belt swivels by 55° and can be lowered by 23° ope-ration of the MT 3000-2i has other possibilities. For example, it can feed surface finishers from the side, fill ditches or can assist in the sur-face paving of bike lanes or paths that separated from the rest of the road under construction. It is also possible to utilize the feeder when loaded with gravel, navy jack, top soil and more. The unit is powered by a Deutz Diesel engine producing 160 kW and conforms to the newest COM IIIB and Tier 4 emission con-trol protocol. Only one person may control the unit however, the ma-chine is configured to accommodate two operators.

The model from NZG

The model of the MT 3000-2i was delivered directly after the annu-al toy fair. It is solidly constructed and has great detailing and functio-nality. The machine moves on rub-ber tracks that are very close to the rubber track plates of the prototype. The leaflet included is confusing at first as the prospectus contains out of date measurements. However, when checked against the real thing, the model scales out correctly.

The walls of the hopper can be widened and tilted upwards, as per the prototype. The interior shows two moving augers; on the life-size machine, these are used to trans-port the material to the soft plastic conveyor belt in the middle of the machine. Two compartment covers on each side just above the chassis lift upwards. When opened, they allow a look on to the Deutz engine mock-up in semi relief.

Vögele MT 3000-2i from NZG in 1:50 scale

The connecting link

The operator’s platform is, as on the original, equipped with two seats. These swivel and may be moved sideways. The control con-sole sits in a guide that allows it to be moved to either side. The sun-roof can be folded down to make transportation less cumbersome; there are two side extensions to protect the driver from suns ray.

The centrepiece of the feeder is the movable conveyor belt. On the original, it is 7.30m long and 1.10m wide. On the model, all the very delicate movements that the prototype makes are possible. Most of the supply lines and hyd-raulic lines to the large lifting cy-linders are there. The pins used on the joints are painted in matching colours so that they are barely vi-sible. The conveyor belt itself is made from a very thin plastic band. A cloth tarp prevents the material from cooling too rapidly and pro-tects workers from moving parts. A steel plate with holes, painted yellow and chrome does the same from below which is a very nice detail on the model. Paint job and lettering are superb as usual. The model is a jewel in any collection.

With the mobile connecting MT 3000-2i offset

feeder from Vögele, NZG presents a successful

model of sub-species in the world of construc-

tion machines that deserves a closer look …

At a glance+ Choice of prototype+ Detailing and functionality+ True to scale




Toward the end of 2011, this dump truck model was of-

ficially introduced in dark blue with the logo of the MBMC (Mer-cedes-Benz-Modelauto-Club) in a small issue of 100 pieces and in a real Mini series of five (!) pieces in pink. After criticisms from collec-tors, the chassis of the model was re-designed. Now the light green and the orange versions are correct underneath. The scale wheel dis-tance of 3600 mm and 1340 mm is the same as the prototype. The rear axles follow little uneven spots on the surfaces without hanging in the

air and the front axle can be steered prototypically.

The dumping skip from MAN DHAK is well known. On first sight, the hooded front engine com-partment gives the right impressi-on. This is not accidental; since ori-ginal plans for this were no longer available, the measurements for the hood and its form were taken from an original truck. Of course, it is also interesting to look underneath that hood and see the radiator and the mock-up of the OM 355 six-cylinder engine that produces 240 hp. A very innovative solution was found for the mounting of the win-dow wipers. As they would hinder

proper opening of the hood when mounted as usual, they were made from rubber and attached to the windscreen itself. The etching for the radiator grille that includes the famous star emblem is first class. The spotlights, lacquered with sil-ver paint, have a clear plastic lens. The flashing lights on the cabin and the fenders painted orange. The windows with painted on gaskets are mounted flush. As usual, the buyer must attach side markers and rear - view mirrors.

Since there was a special 6x4 LB version for concrete mixer trucks, one hopes for a fitting model to ap-pear in the not too distant future.

Mercedes-Benz LAK 2624 from Conrad

A round thingThe Mercedes-Benz LAK 2624 is a very versa-

tile and widely used truck. Now collectors can

enjoy the new all wheel drive LAK 2624 from

Conrad …




We would not have had it any other way. Looking

closely at the dried and hardened tracks that we had made in the play sand, we liked the wide tracks less and less (BAGGERMODEL-LE 6-2011). For the rather delica-te model of the 22-RB, the tracks looked too coarse. The same went for the furrows made by the large dragging bucket teeth.

The solution was simple; we sprayed water over the whole scene using a spray bottle until the mode-ling sand was workable again. We used a small set of tracks from an International HD-15 tracked loa-der to remake the tracks and used a children’s fork to make new ruts in the hillside. The four tines of the fork were, coincidentally, just the right size for the bucket teeth of the 22-RB. After letting the whole thing dry for three days, we were pleased with the results.

The time had come to fix eve-rything into place. For this, we

prepared a mixture of 1 part white glue and nine parts water and sprayed the surfaces of the diora-ma liberally with the glue and wa-ter mix. There were some puddles of the white liquid. Not to worry though as this would disappear du-ring the drying period. We put the diorama away for a few days to let it dry thoroughly.

Final additions

There should be some vegetati-on such as a strip of high grass at the borders of the construction site. This can be achieved with the use of any of the many products availa-ble from a hobby shop. There is a plethora of grass imitations availa-ble in all forms and shapes, confor-ming to any time of the year. On this particular diorama, products from Silflor were used. To achieve the most natural look possible, the grass matt was torn into smaller pieces and glued piece by piece to the diorama. The grass was sup-plemented with a few bushes and

some small branches found out-side, to represent a dried up bush.

Coloring

For this step, we use the previ-ously discussed powered paint pigments found at an artist’s sup-ply warehouse. This step enlivens the otherwise dull one-color earth. A mid-size paintbrush was used to apply the pigments. The same brush can be used to “rub” the paint pigments into the sand, if needed. On places were the white glue had left a shiny surface, pow-dered paint was used to dull the surfaces. Using a variety of earth colors brings the construction site to life. No construction site has a uniform earth color were the exca-vator is working.

Were earth is being removed from the surface, the underlying strata is dark in color, as it has moisture in it; the same goes for the places where trucks or dump trucks leave tire tracks. These places were accentuated with a

Building a diorama with sand from Habuss

And yet it moves!We test the special qualities of the play sand

from Habuss in the second part of our article

paying particular attention to the feature that

allows re-working the sand after drying, by

wetting it again to shape it into a new form …



dark brown pigment. Dark brown earth also appears on the verge of the grass strip. Oil spots can appear where the excavator is at work; these were simulated using black powdered paint. Dust-colored pig-ments were used sparingly on the grass verge and the bushes at the edge of the diorama. Unfortunate-ly, to the chagrin of many people,

dust is not confined within the con-struction site.

The sides of the display were fi-nished with a neutral colour paint to make it more presentable for an exhibition. The colour used on this diorama is grey which does not dis-tract in any way from the colours of the display. Because the paint soaks into the plywood, it requires

two coats. It is best to sand in bet-ween coats, using fine grain sand-paper. Any construction machine set into a scene in such a diorama looks very realistic. Weathering a machine to enhance the realistic look was described in detail in an earlier issue of the magazine.

The Bärlocher quarry operations are mining about 40,000 tons of Rorschach sandstone and shaping it into manageable sizes. Diamond encrusted cutting cables are used to cut 100 m2 slabs from the face of the quarry. To ensure that the

cutting cable is positioned exactly were it is needed, 12 m are drilled, and then the cable is pulled through them. When working on this mas-sive boulder, the cutting capacity of the machine is 18 m2 per hour. When a block is cut free, hydro

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bags filled with water are used to tip the blocks by 90 degrees. Af-terwards, the blocks are cut even smaller to facilitate transportation to the end-user.


Cutting stone with diamonds

The Weiacher Kies AG (Gravel works), part of Eberhard Holding AG, will celebrate its 50th Jubilee from June 15th to 17th 2012. We invite our customers, business partners, government, politicians, and the public to share in this special occasion. With our “days at the open gravel works”, we would like to give you a closer look into the world of gravel production. There will be several displays depicting various aspects of the workings of Weiacher Kies AG, as well as information about Eberhard Holding AG and its sub-sidiaries. To enhance the experience, the Swiss-Historic Club (www.swishistoric.ch) will exhibit some of its collection of historic construction machines, trucks and steam street rollers, and will give live performances with their “Steel-Parade” in action.The Weiacher Kies AG is a pioneer in the transport of gravel by rail: we will feature a display about the extensive train logistics required. The legendary crocodile loco-motive Be 6/8 (www.13302.ch) is a must for this occasion. Other attractions will delight children and youth. Of course, we will attend to the needs of the inner person with the provision of food and drink. The

main attraction: once it is completely dark, visitors will experience the “Kies-werkspektakel” (Gravel pit spectacular) (www.Kieswerkspektakel.ch) with lighting designed by the well-known light show artist Gerry Hofstetter (www.hofstetter-marketing.com). He will set the stage with men, machines, fire, earth, water and light as the “Bagger-Symphonie” (Excavator Symphony) with 20 excavators performs its world premiere.Public admission price for the “Kieswerk-spektakel” (Gravel pit spectacle)is CHF 40.– / person. Tickets may be orde-red from www.starticket.ch beginning March the 15th, 2012.

From June 15th to 17th 2012

Celebrating 50 Years Weiacher Kies AG

50 Jahre Weiacher Kies

15. – 17. Juni 2012www.kieswerkspektakel.ch

CalendarGravel pit open andexhibition by Swiss-HistoricSaturday, June 16, 2012from 10:00 am to 6:00 pmSunday, June 17, 2012form 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Kieswerkspektakel (Gravel pit spectacular)Open to the public on Friday, June 15th and Saturday June 16th 20127:00 pm to 1:00 am food,refreshments and entertainment 10:00 pm to 10:45 pm Light showwith Gerry Hofstetter

Driving instructionsTake the gravel pit road leaving the main road from Glattfelden – Weiach (GPS input: im Hard, Weiach).

Public transportationDuring the celebration, a shuttle service will run between Bahnhof Glattfelden and the exhibition grounds.


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The Intermat Paris is one of the three largest construction machine expositions in the world, the others being the Bauma in Munich and the Conexpo in Las Vegas. From April 16th to the 21st 2012, con-struction machine makers will exhibit their newest machines on 375,000 m2. In 2011, all machi-nes with an output of 130 to 560 kW were included in the emission control protocol IIIB; now, in 2012 the entry level has been lowered to engines starting at 56kW.

Caterpillar is expanding the E-series of excavators with the new models 312E, 320E and323E.

Wacker Neuson has the new 301.7D and 302.4D Mini-excava-tors. Let us hope that a 6015 will show up at the fair and surprise us.

Hitachi will be showing further new excavators from the Zaxis Dash-5 line up, for example, the ZX250LC with a maximum weight of 27.3t and the 50t weighing ZX-470LCH-5.

Volvo will present the first of the heavy-duty short rear excava-tors of their D-series. They are the ECR145D and ECR235D models. Also in the D-series line-up are the new mobil excavators. There are some new, wheeled loaders in the G-series: from large to small, L45G, L50G, L60G, L70G and L90G.

Komatsu will be at the show with 26 construction machines. It is expected that the new articulated HM400-3 dump truck will be on view in addition to the new Dash-10 excavators.

News in brief


In the same class as Volvo’s short rear excavators are the new excavators from Case; they are the short rear end CX145C SR (14.3 t) and CX235C SR (24.1 t). The new-ly designed wheeled loaders 1021F with a 320 hp engine and 1121F with 347 hp have been created for the loading of material in the ext-raction industry.

New Holland also has two-wheeled loaders ready to show, the W270C and W300C.

The big excavator from Hyun-dai weighing 118t will be hard to overlook.

Shown for the first time at any of the large shows is the formerly re-designed Moxy articulated dumper with the Doosan labels, DA30 and DA40.

What can we expect to see at the 2012 Intermat Paris?

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