NEWS FLASH! "Giganten im Tagebau 2016" Calender [TCC]

Out now and available is the new "Giants im Tagebau 2016" Calendar. This unique calendar photographed and assembled in-house by Thomas Wilk contains beautiful pictures within this years theme of the open Mining industry and showing you the wide range of fascinating and special equipment working under very difficult conditions.

Very cool to get and also nice to give as gift: 2016 up to date!

This beautiful gift will cost you 14.99 euro plus shipping and handling. Our advice: ORDER NOW!

Curious? Click on the link to the website: "Giganten im Tagebau 2016"

 

NEWS FLASH! "Big news in the Cat® world"

Diecast Masters was formed through the purchase of the Cat scale model businesses of both Norscot and Tonkin Replicas. Many of the former Norscot and Tonkin items will constitute the basis of the Diecast Masters line of Cat scale models, especially in the early stages.

Diecast Masters is also launching an aggressive program of new model development that will be evident in full force during 2016 and going forward from there.

Diecast Masters the NEW CAT® SCALE MODEL LICENSEE!

NEWS FLASH! Truck in the Koel 2015

On 29 and August 30, 2015, the fourth "Truck in the Koel" event will be organized at the Waubacherweg 20 in Brunssum, The Netherlands.

Truck in the Koel is a unique event on historical Earthmoving Machinery, Trucks, Tractors and Trailers. The vintage Cars and Classic Equipment can not only be admired from close range but will be actually in action through out the show! In addition, during this event their will be live performances by various artists. Without any doubt an extremely fun family event for young and old.

Have fun!

NEWS FLASH! The making of...a DOOBI D9R IDF Military Bulldozer

Custom scale model builder Ad Gevers started this week with his next project the 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. Ad Gevers, 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!

Ad and Wouter

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar D8 Track-Type Tractor [SierraWest 1:50]

During my holiday I visited one of my best friends and fellow Caterpillar scale model collectors and took home the latest addition in my collection and today I found some time and took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar D8 Track-Type Tractor #TR-400

The Caterpillar D8 Track-Type Tractor is a "one of a kind" custom scale model. Ad used for this project my Caterpillar D8 Track-Type Tractor which has been released by SierraWest Scale Models as resin kit in 1:50th scale.

I will add the complete review with more pictures from the model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Track-Type Tractors So stay tuned for more!

AVAILABLE NOW! Caterpillar Winch Kit #51 [cADSttachments 1:50]

Under the name cADSttachements appear regularly exclusive small series of KITS that allow you to add a machine variant or a unique work tool to your Caterpillar collection.

• Caterpillar Winch Kit #51

Announcent at the Modelshow Europe 2015, in Ede, The Netherlands and now soon available! Pre order your kit today. Do not wait to long they are gone before you know! These are small series limited KITS. So GONE=GONE!

If you want to buy the Caterpillar Winch Kit #51 check: cADSttachements

NEWS FLASH! Janssen Group 50 years! OPEN HOUSE

Janssen Group, based at Maastricht in The Netherlands, is a medium sized construction company specializing in Earthmoving and Ground transportation. Besides the rental of a wide range of Earthmoving equipment they carry out Excavation works for the benefit of Civil Engineering and Environmental Projects.

In civil engineering, rental, recycling and construction materials thinks Janssen Group beyond the standard solutions. We are active in the Benelux and Germany. As a family company we exist since 1965. Our many years of expertise currently lies in the hands of the third generation. With a fresh vision we are working thorough and innovative on projects.

The Janssen Group employs 110 employees with a modern fleet of approximately 100 units. We possess an own intermodal up-to-date device for storage and transshipment and recycling..

On Saturday, August 29th, 2015 the Janssen Group celebrates its 50th anniversary with an OPEN HOUSE. You are from 12:00 to 17:00 welcome at the location Sleperweg 16 in Maastricht, The Netherlands.

You are welcome to take a look inside the company and see the present (Caterpillar) Earthmoving Equipment. There are plenty activities (Also especially for the kids).

Curious? Janssen Group OPEN HOUSE

NEWS FLASH! DiecastModels.co Tonkin Replicas Caterpillar Deals!

DiecastModels.co is the Tonkin Replicas dealer you been looking for: Personal service, Free shipping within the USA, 125% Best price guarantee and 100% Satisfaction guarantee. Ships worldwide. Whether purchasing locally or long-distance their goal is to provide you with the very best buying experience.

DiecastModels.co offers you a huge deal: Save over 35% on select Caterpillar scale model combinations.

Curious? DiecastModels.co Tonkin Replicas Caterpillar Deals!

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar D4D Pipelayer [Custom 1:50]

This holiday weekend I visited one of my best friends and fellow Caterpillar scale model collectors and took home the latest addition in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar D4D Pipelayer

The Caterpillar D4D Pipelayer is a "one of a kind" custom scale model. Ad used for this project a donor diecast Caterpillar D4 Track-Type Tractor which has been released by NZG in the 1970's in 1:50th scale.

He modified the Track-Type Tractor version into a Caterpillar D4D Pipelayer version and added (as he always does -)) tons of extra details including some scratch built features. But even that was not enough: He made a unique diorama which is a small masterpiece on its own. As you can see it turned into a true museum piece and a very valuable and unique addition to my Caterpillar collection!

Curious to see how this model is made then check out "The Making of...Caterpillar D4D Pipelayer" and see the coming period how Ad created for me this one of a kind custom model of the Caterpillar D4D Pipelayer.

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar Coal Shovel kit [Gaz Evans 1:50]

This weekend I visited the NAMAC swapmeeting in Houten, The Netherlands and took home the latest addition in my collection released by Gaz Evans and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar Coal Shovel kit #GB23

I found this custom made Caterpillar Coal Shovel kit in 1:50th scale in the booth run by the "colleagues" of the 1:1 machinery BouwmachineWeb.com and of course I could not walk by without buying it.

The GB-23 resin boom kit consists of a two piece hydraulically adjustable boom and the Coal Shovel bucket casted in white metal which can be attached to the Caterpillar 320D Hydraulic Excavator made by Norscot. Gaz Evans did built a very small run in these version. After some research I did discover that the actual machines in 1:1 which operate in England are atually Caterpillar 325D or Caterpillar 329D Hydraulic Excavators. This means that on the basis of the Caterpillar 325C made by NZG or the Caterpillar 325D produced by Shinsei a new custom scale model will be constructed. To be continued....

The kit is supplied with pins, decals and a pair of hydraulics for the boom. Hydraulic cylinders from the base model are needed to complete the conversion.

The products; boom kits and Work Tool equipment made by Gaz Evans for your Hydraulic Excavators in 1:50th scale are for some time on the market and are known for their faithful reproduction, functionality and outstanding value for money and now are exclusively for the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany offered through BouwmachineWeb.com. A must have for every collector!

Highly recommended! www.GiftDigger.com

(THE new name for the BouwmachineWeb shop)

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 621K Scraper [Tonkin 1:50]

Past week I received from the USA this latest addition from Tonkin Replicas in my collection and today I had some time and took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 621K Wheel Tractor-Scraper #TR80001

My first impression: Nice addition to my 621 series Wheel Tractor-Scraper collection. In my opinion an excellent diecast scale model made by Tonkin Replicas!

Enjoy the first photo! Curious for more? Soon I will add the complete review with more pictures from the scale model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Wheel Tractor-Scrapers So stay tuned for more!

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar D9H SXS "DOUBLE DUDE"[RR Models 1:50]

During the Modelshow Europe 2015 I received the latest RR Models addition in my collection which I ordered in 2014 and today I was able to take it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar D9H SXS with Balderson BRAP-48 "DOUBLE DUDE" Angle Plow

My first impression: An amazing unique hand-built and very complete scale model which filled a gap in my Caterpillar D9 series. More than well worth the wait! This is a must have for every Caterpillar collector.

Want to know more about the history and the realization of this unique scale model? Then check out: Balderson BRAP-48 "DOUBLE DUDE"
 
I will add the complete review with more pictures from the model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Track-Type Tractor So stay tuned for more!