Custom scale model builder Ad Gevers has recently
started his next project of building a Caterpillar D9E Plow Tractor "van
Damme" by using the Caterpillar D9E Track-Type Tractor from RR Models
in 1:50th scale.
It is our goal for the coming period in the "Making of...a Caterpillar D9E Plow Tractor van Damme" to show you how this custom model will be achieved.
Ad
will share his building skills through its construction photos with
little notes to keep us informed of his progress. Gradually it shows the
making of a unique model of the Caterpillar D9E Plow Tractor "van
Damme"
Today I have added the first update of the "The making of
..." This episode Ad Gevers his pictures show you the actual start of
the project and the struggle to built the unique grill of the "van
Damme" machine.
Enjoy reading & watching!
Ad and Wouter
Custom scale model builder Ciprian Ursulescu from CypModels has recently started his next project developing and building in 1:48th scale of the:
- DOOBI D9R IDF Military Bulldozer
It is our goal for the coming period in this "Making of... DOOBI D9R IDF Military Bulldozer"
to show how this custom model will be achieved. Ciprian Ursulescu, will
share his building skills through its construction photos with little
notes from me to keep you informed of his progress. Gradually it shows
you the making of a unique model of the DOOBI D9R IDF Military
Bulldozer.
Enjoy reading & watching!
Ciprian and Wouter
The place to be this weekend! Today 26th July and
tomorrow 27th July: DHS OPEN HOUSE 2014. The prototypes of new
Caterpillar scale models made by Tonkin Replicas and CCM will be
presented at the DHS Diecast Open House & Acution Weekend 2014. Do not miss it!
But there's more! What about the latest project from Chuck Sword: The FORD F250 Pickup Truck that will be released by SWORD MODELS later this year in a number of versions and colors.
Check
out the www.minimovers.nl website this weekend for the latest
annoucements about spectacular new Caterpillar scale models and other
highlights from the DHS Weekend if you are not able to visit the DHS
OPEN HOUSE 2014.
To all who can attend this weekend I only can say ENJOY your visit and give my regards to Chuck and his staff.
Wouter
Have you already scheduled this weekend in your diary?
The DHS Diecast Open House & Auction Weekend held July 26-27 2014.
Do not miss it!
THE place to be!
Custom scale model builder Gertjan Veld has recently
started his next project of building a Caterpillar D10T Track-Type
Tractor with Push Blade by using the Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor
from Norscot in 1:50th scale.
Today I added the first update of
this "The making of... a Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor with Push
Blade". This episode shows you how Gertjan Veld takes the original scale
model from Norscot and both kits in hand and makes some major
adjustments at some points and improves to end up as accurate as
possible. You will be amazed with the high standards he sets!
It is our goal for the coming period in the "Making of...a Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor with Push Blade" to show you how this custom model will be achieved.
Gertjan
will share his building skills through its construction photos with
little notes to keep us informed of his progress. Gradually it shows the
making of a unique model of the Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor
with Push Blade.
Enjoy reading & watching!
Gertjan and Wouter
Today Tonkin Replicas has officially announced their next two to produce Caterpillar scale models in their 1:50 Construction Diecast Series:
- Caterpillar 621K Wheel Tractor Scraper #TR80001
- Caterpillar 627K Push Pull Wheel Tractor Scraper #TR80002
Thanks
to the cooperation of Tonkin Replicas I'm able to share you the Tonkin
Replicas Press Release. Retail Price for each model: US $124.95 plus
shipping. Both models will be, if all goes according to plan, available
for sales in the last Quart of 2014.
Watch and enjoy! These are going to be two very high level detail models!
AWESOME!!
Custom scale model builder Ad Gevers has recently
started his next project of building a Caterpillar D9E Plow Tractor "van
Damme" by using the Caterpillar D9E Track-Type Tractor from RR Models
in 1:50th scale.
It is our goal for the coming period in the "Making of...a Caterpillar D9E Plow Tractor van Damme" to show you how this custom model will be achieved.
Ad
will share his building skills through its construction photos with
little notes to keep us informed of his progress. Gradually it shows the
making of a unique model of the Caterpillar D9E Plow Tractor "van
Damme"
Enjoy reading & watching!
Ad and Wouter
In the latest BAGGERMODELLE 2014-4 is an advertisement
on page 7 from Tonkin Replicas in which they announce that the
Caterpillar MH3049 Material handler in 1:50th scale is now available.
That is good news! But the observant viewer sees more! And YOU?
Custom scale model builder Ad Gevers shows you one of
his latest projects: Building a Caterpillar 527 Tracked Skidder by using
the resin Kit from CYPmodels in 1:50th scale.
Today
I added an the last update of this "The making of...Caterpillar 527".
This episode shows you the end result with the photos of the scale model
aswell as some photos from the very detailed dioroma Ad Gevers built
especially for his Caterpillar 527 Tracked Skidder at the Modelshow
Europe.
Interested in the complete story? Then check out the "Making of...a Caterpillar 527 Tracked Skidder" to discover how gradually it did turnout into the making of a unique handmade scale model.
Enjoy reading & watching!
Ad and Wouter
This week I received from the USA this latest addition
from Classic Construction Models from their 1:48 Diecast Series in my
collection and directly took it to the photo set:
- Caterpillar 777 Off-Highway Truck
My
first impression: The long wait more than worth it! This Caterpillar
777 Off-Highway Truck is a very welcome addition to my Off-Highway Truck
collection.
Soon I will add more pictures from the model, machine 1:1 and background information in the category Off-Highway Trucks So stay tuned for
Custom scale model builder Gertjan Veld has recently
started his next project of building a Caterpillar D10T Track-Type
Tractor with Push Blade by using the Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor
from Norscot in 1:50th scale.
It is our goal for the coming period in the "Making of...a Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor with Push Blade" to show you how this custom model will be achieved.
Gertjan
will share his building skills through its construction photos with
little notes to keep us informed of his progress. Gradually it shows the
making of a unique model of the Caterpillar D10T Track-Type Tractor
with Push Blade.
Enjoy reading & watching!
Gertjan and Wouter
Equipment World has developed a special web landing page for their construction scale model project:
Model
Mania explores the world of construction scale model collecting and
delves into why so many people have a passionate interest in these big
iron replicas.
Model Mania brings you inside information in "THE
FULL STORY", a glimpse from some amazing collections in the "COLLECTOR
GALLERIES" and gives you a change for a FREE Model in the "MODEL
GIVEAWAY"
We invite you to take a look around and enjoy!!
SPOTLIGHT! Mini Movers "Making of..."
In the "making of ..." or "behind the scenes" we will
show you how unique "one of a kind" custom and small series scale models
are being created.
Each builder leads us through his construction
process with photos and little notes so you will see gradually how a
prototype or a completely scratch built "one of a kind" custom scale
model will be achieved.
As of today, this information of the "Making of..." is anytime and directly accessible to you.
It is you the choice!
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