LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar DD9G “QUAD” [EMD 1:50]

This week I received this latest addition made by EMD in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar DD9G “QUAD” Track-Type Tractor #N109

The American company EMD has re-released most from the "old" ATM models. If you want to see if this model or kit is still available you can contact Brandon Lewis at Buffalo Road Imports in America.

I have the kit of the Caterpillar DD9G “QUAD” Track-Type Tractor, made by EMD, already for many years in my possession, but for the moment definitely still have no time left to build it myself. So when I was able to get hold to the ready built model through the internet and for a decent price the choice was made quickly. Despite the excellent packaging due traveling from distant Alaska to the Netherlands my scale model first had to visit one of my best collector friends for a necessary "Pit Stop" in which the model in record time fortunately could be restored to its former glory.

My first impression: A unique and must have D9 within every Caterpillar Track-Type Tractor collection.

The complete review with more pictures from the model, machine in 1:1 and background information is added in the category Track-Type Tractors

NEWS FLASH! “Caterpillar D9-D9R" [Book]

Caterpillar’s D9G Track-Type Tractor, which was first introduced in 1961, is probably the most famous bulldozer in the world.

Authors Thomas Wilk and Urs Peyer's are responsible for the pictorial history of the legendary Caterpillar D9 Track-Type Tractor range from the first prototype to today's D9R, lavishly illustrated with photographs chosen from an archive of more than 30,00 slides. Includes DD9G Quad Trac, SxS D9G, Impact Ripper, ROC SAW and other D9 specials.

The text in the book "Caterpillar D9-D9R" is in German, but the 450 wonderful photographs make up about 80% its content of in total 208 pages. Published by Podszun GmbH under ISBN 9783861332909.

Curious? Just order! "Caterpillar D9-D9R"

AVAILABLE! BAGGERMODELLE 5-2015

The latest edition of BAGGERMODELLE is out now!

In this issue, among other interesting articles, a thorough review about the Caterpillar 16M, the second largest grader in the Caterpillar line–up. It is designed for the maintaining of mining tracks but despite this minor
task, it reaches an impressive size and so does the model which is recently from Classic Construction Models in their limited edition diecast series in 1:48th scale.

Last but not least an cool article about the Demlone DLH100K an incredibly beautiful custom scale model based on the Norscot Caterpillar 980K Wheel Loader made in 1:50th scale by Urs Peyer. So all the reasons you needed to buy this next issue.

Baggermodelle is THE full color magazine for collectors of construction machine models, cranes and heavy haulage. The magazine is writen in German. Detailed English translations of the main sections and features for every issue are available on the website and now also available as App or Android for your computer or mobile.

Learn more about this full-color magazine for collectors? Take a look at BAGGERMODELLE Or even better,

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NEWS FLASH! "Baumaschinen 2016" Calendar [TCC]

Out now and available is the new "Baumaschinen 2016" Calendar. This unique calendar photographed and assembled in-house by Thomas Wilk contains beautiful pictures showing you a unique selection of the wide range of modern Caterpillar Earthmoving equipment at work.

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: "Baumaschinen 2016"

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar CT660 [Otter Bro Customs 1:50]

Last week I received from America this latest addition in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar CT660 “HOLT” Mechanics truck

Under the name Otter Bro Customs (OBC) appear regularly exclusive custom built models that allow you to add another unique replica Caterpillar model to your collection. I'm very lucky that I can add another small (I mean the scale!) masterpiece to my Caterpillar On-Highway Truck collection.

This unique one of a kind scale model is made by using the Caterpillar CT660 Vocational Dump Truck and the Mechanics truck upper body taken from the Peterbilt 335 produced by TWH Collectibles and is completely custom modified and rebuild by Otter Bro Customs in scale 1:50.

I will add more pictures from the Caterpillar CT660 “HOLT” Mechanics truck scale model, machine 1:1 and background information in the category On-Highway Trucks

 

NEWS FLASH! Giftdigger.com Webshop

The "colleagues" of the 1:1 machinery BouwmachineWeb.com are offering a special Giftdigger.com webshop deal of a Caterpillar 950K or 966K Wheel Loader in combination with a custom released Loader forks.

The Loader forks are made of metal and painted black. This Worktool fits perfectly on the existing quickcoupler from the Caterpillar 950K, 966K en 972K Wheel Loaders produced by Tonkin Replicas.

During this limited edition offer you can choose for the complete set of the Loader forks with a Caterpillar 950K or 966K Wheel Loader for only of 99,- Euro and shipping cost.

Highly recommended! www.GiftDigger.com

(THE new name for the BouwmachineWeb shop)

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 621 [NZG 1:50]

This week I received this latest addition made by NZG in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 621 Wheel Tractor-Scraper #122

The Caterpillar 621 Wheel Tractor-Scraper scale model was already since the early years a part of my Earthmoving collection and was so unnoticed for more than thirty years in my possession. With the recent arrival of the Caterpillar 621K Scraper I had to create space in the display cabinet and only then I noticed that the NZG model of age fell apart and had never been complete.

That's why I was very happy that I got the opportunity through a collector friend to obtain for a very decent price a mint boxed copy.

My first impression: A must have within every Caterpillar Wheel Tractor-Scrapers collection. For me a very valuable scale model because it brings back the good memories of the days I used to attend scale model swap meetings with my Dad.

I will add more pictures from the Caterpillar 621 Wheel Tractor-Scraper scale model, machine 1:1 and background information in the category Wheel Tractor-Scrapers So stay tuned for more!

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 312E [Custom 1:50]

Last week I received from the UK the latest addition in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 312E Hydraulic Excavator

This die-cast scale model Caterpillar 312E Hydraulic Excavator is made in a very limited edition by a custom scale model builder in the UK in 1:50th scale. The uniqueness of this scale model is that it is largely manufactured using a 3D printer. So it is truly a scoop in my collection.

I am convinced that the 3D technology, though still in its infant shoes, and actually still unpayable for the custom scale model builder, within a few years, us as a collector will give the opportunity a specific scale model, you absolutely want to have in your collection can be designed and build for an acceptable price.

My first impression: Unique hand-built 3D and very complete scale model and a welcome addition in my Caterpillar 312 series. More than well worth the wait!

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

NEWS FLASH! Truck in the Koel 2015

On 29 and August 30, 2015, the fourth "Truck in the Koel" event was held 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 could not only been admired from close range but where actually in action through out the show!

Huub van Dijk of "Bouwmachinesvantoen" was also among the many visitors and made the following photo report: Truck in the Koel 2015
 
Enjoy the photos on his website!

NEWS FLASH! MATEXPO 2015

From Wednesday 2 to Sunday, September 6th, 2015 has taken place in and around the Kortrijk Xpo in Belgium, the 36th edition of the MATEXPO 2015.

In Kortrijk, there were many machines which celebrate their debut in the Benelux, after they were shown to the international public at the INTERMAT in Paris. For the second time the MATEXPO had a demonstration site. One of the highlights was the big Caterpillar 390F Hydraulic Excavator.

The 37th edition of the MATEXPO will take place from 13 to September 17, 2017.

The team from BouwmachineWeb.com was present and made the following report with over 400 photos: MATEXPO 2015

Enjoy the photos!

UPDATE! The making of...a DOOBI D9R IDF Military Bulldozer

Custom scale model builder Ad Gevers started recently 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.

Today I have added the first update of the "The making of ..." This episode Ad his pictures show you adjusting the undercarriage to make the metal shoes fit exactly.

Enjoy reading & watching!

Ad and Wouter

OUT SOON! BAGGERMODELLE 5-2015

The latest edition of BAGGERMODELLE will be out soon! The magazine presses are running while you are reading this. The Magazine will be available half way September 2015.

In this issue, among other interesting articles, a special about the Caterpillar 16M, the second largest grader in the Caterpillar line–up. It is designed for the maintaining of mining tracks but despite this minor task, it reaches an impressive size and so does the model which is recently from Classic Construction Models in their limited edition diecast series in 1:48th scale.

Last but not least an cool article about the Caterpillar 980K LL Logloader. So all the reasons you needed to buy this next issue.

Baggermodelle is THE full color magazine for collectors of construction machine models, cranes and heavy haulage. The magazine is writen in German. Detailed English translations of the main sections and features for every issue are available on the website and now also available as App or Android for your computer or mobile.

Learn more about this full-color magazine for collectors? Take a look at BAGGERMODELLE Or even better,

Follow my choice: Yes, I want to subscribe to BAGGERMODELLE!

DO!

LATEST ADDITION! DJB D44 Articulated Dump Truck [MDF 1:50]

Last Modelshow Europe in Ede I was able to purchase another unique model from Les Miniatures du Faubourg MDF), as always Andre Rochat, coming from Southern France, made ​​the long journey to the Modelshow Europe to show his latest developed models.

• DJB D44 Articulated Dump Truck

DJB Engineering Ltd was founded in 1973 in Peterlee, County Durham in England by David John Bowes Brown. The Firm built its first Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) a model D250 in 1974, based on a Caterpillar drive train. The trucks were marketed exclusively through Caterpillar dealers world wide as the major components were all Caterpillar.

The range was expanded and sales grew steadily with Caterpillar buying the rights to the design & branding them as Caterpillar DJB in 1985 and eventually buying the company out in 1995.

The scale model DJB D44 Articulated Dump Truck is mostly made ​​of resin and is built available in two versions for the price starting of 210,- Euro's.

My first impression: Excellent scale model! In my opion his best succeeded and built scale model. I’m therefore very pleased with this unique addition to my Articulated Dumptruck collection.

A must have for every collector.

More information about ordering this or other unique scale models from Les Miniatures Du Faubourg? Visit the Les Miniatures Du Faubourg website.

I will add the complete review with more pictures from the model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Articulated Dump Trucks So stay tuned for more!