LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 657 “Jac. Rijk” [Black Rat Model Collection]

Last weekend I received this latest addition from the Black Rat Model Collection in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 657 “Jac. Rijk” Wheel Tractor-Scraper

The Caterpillar 657 “Jac. Rijk” Wheel Tractor-Scraper in Brass and cast metal is custom made for the Black Rat Model Collection of New Zealander Bruce Rolston. This high quality and amazing detailed 1:50 scale model is not available to the collecting public and therefore very rare.

My first impression: A unique and a very rare version of the Caterpillar 657 Wheel Tractor-Scraper that absolutely belongs in my collection. Normally I do not collect company livery versions but because of my connection with this Dutch Earthmoving company this special version was, even the price tag, a must have 657 within my Caterpillar Wheel Tractor-Scraper collection.

Enjoy the first photo! I will add more pictures from the Caterpillar 657 “Jac. Rijk Wheel Tractor-Scraper scale model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Wheel Tractor-Scrapers So stay tuned for more!

OUT SOON! BAGGERMODELLE 6-2015

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 November 2015.

In this issue, among other interesting articles, a special about the Caterpillar 6020B Hydraulic Mining Shovel. Engineered from the ground up with ease of use in mind. It’s easy to assemble, easy to learn, easy to operate and easy to maintain. So you can concentrate on running a safe, productive operation. The new Caterpillar 6020B is also recently released from Classic Construction Models in their limited edition diecast series in 1:48th scale.

Last but not least some Breaking news. 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!

NEWS FLASH! "CSVT 2015" meeting

Saterday, 24th October 2015, the third "CSVT" meeting in The Netherlands was held at a secret location. A small group of selected Caterpillar scale model collectors did meet somewhere in the deep south of the Netherlands.

Some news will be published to the public other news will stay classified and never be revealed....

They did discussed about recently released or announcement scale models from CCM and the latest developments involving Diecast Masters, Norscot and Tonkin Replicas and custom Limited Editions like Black Rat Models, CypModels and RR Models.

New "Making of...." projects where put to the stand and all you have to do is to wait and see what will see the daylights.

Curious? Check out the photo album "CVST 2015" on Facebook

UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT! 988B RTCH [CypModels 1:50]

CypModels has announced to release in early 2016 a new unique scale model in 1:50th scale:

• 988B RTCH Rough Terrain Container Handler

In the “Making of…” I will add progress photos and dimensional details. Final sales price and the delivery schedule date will be posted on our Website when available. This next knock out model of the 988B RTCH Rough Terrain Container Handler will be available in very limited numbers.

If you are interested in this built scale model or kit it is important to respond with your (but still non-binding) PRE ORDER by e-mail to contact@cypmodels.com. Only then you can be assured that the model is also produced effectively for you.

More information about his unique scale models which are custom made in a very limited editions? Visit the CypModels website.

NEWS FLASH! Bouwmachinesvantoen - Jac. Rijk

Bouwmachinesvantoen is the website of Huub van Dijk and digital photo is a museum of Dutch contractors, their equipment and the people who worked in the last century. Huubs website is mainly based on long gone companies.

As of today there are added new beautiful photos, with mainly Caterpillar earthmoving Equipment, from Jac. Rijk in a unique album which under the name "Jac. Rijk Heinkenszand" can be found on Bouwmachinesvantoen.nl.

Curious for more "Golden Oldies"? Take a look on the website of Bouwmachinesvantoen and enjoy watching all his pictures and stories from passed times.

Highly recommended!

UPDATE! The making of...a Caterpillar 289C

The Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader is a "one of a kind" custom scale model. Ad used for this project a "spare" Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader which has been released by Classic Construction Models in a limited edition of only 200 pieces. The model is hand crafted from brass in 1:48th scale.

Ad modified the Wheeled Skid Steer Loader version into a Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader version and added (as he always does -)) tons of extra details including a scratch built Caterpillar BR172 Brushcutter.

It is our goal for the coming period in the "Making of...a Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader" to show you how this custom model has been achieved.
Ad will share his building skills through its construction photos with little notes to guide us through his progress. Gradually it shows the making of a unique model of the Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader.

Today I have added the second update of the "The making of ..." This episode Ad his pictures show you how he continues the building of the undercarriage.

Enjoy reading & watching!

Ad and Wouter

NEWS FLASH! Modelshow Europe 2016

Have you already scheduled this day in your diary? Saturday, March 19, 2016 the 25st Modelshow Europe is held in the flowerauction "Plantion" nearby the city Ede in the Netherlands.

Mark your calendars and make your reservations. It will be a BLAST!

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 825B [NZG 1:50]

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

• Caterpillar 825B Landfill Compactor #135

The Caterpillar 825B Landfill Compactor 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 826C Landfill Compactor 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 Landfill Compactor 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 825B Landfill Compactor scale model, machine 1:1 and background information in the category Compactors So stay tuned for more!

ANNOUNCEMENT! Caterpillar 432F2 [Diecast Masters 1:50]

Diecast Masters has in advance of the worldwide release of her collection at the International Toy Fair aka Spielwarenmesse 2016 announced their first new to release Caterpillar scale model in their 1:50 Construction Diecast Series:

• Caterpillar 432F2 Backhoe Loader #85249

Although new to the program as a licensee, Diecast Masters management has a rich history of brand and product development for Caterpillar, spanning 26 years. Specific to scale models, Diecast Masters owners and managers have been involved in manufacturing and distributing Cat diecast for more than 14 years.

The focus of Diecast Masters’ business will be 1:50 scale model replicas, although 1:87 and other scales of models will also play important roles within their Cat scale model line. Production will commence immediately with some models available through a worldwide distributor network before the end of 2015.

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.

Progress with the first photos, dimensional details, finall sales price and the delivery schedule dates will be posted on our website when available.

Do you want to know more about the first line up scalemodels from Diecast Masters and place an (pre) order? make contact with one off the Diecast Masters Online dealers which can be found under links

UPDATE! The making of...a Caterpillar 578 Pipelayer

Custom scale model builder Gertjan Veld has recently started his next project of building a Caterpillar 578 Pipelayer by using the Caterpillar D9R Track-Type Tractor from NZG in 1:50th scale.

It is our goal for the coming period in the "Making of...a Caterpillar 578 Pipelayer" 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 578 Pipelayer.

Today I have added the second update of the "The making of ..." This episode Gertjan his pictures show you the work he has done to modify the cabin & superstructure and the winch he added.

Enjoy reading & watching!

Gertjan and Wouter

ANNOUNCEMENT! Caterpillar RTCH [CypModels 1:50]

CypModels has announced to release in early 2016 a new unique scale model in 1:50th scale:

• Caterpillar Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH)

The Caterpillar Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) is used for handling standard 20 ft and 40 ft ISO containers with a maximum weight of up to 22.6 t. This container handler is used by supply, ammunition and transportation units. Production of the RTCH commenced in 1981 and ceased in 1985. A total of 320 rough terrain container handlers were delivered to the US Army.

Basically the Caterpillar RTCH it is a modified commercial Caterpillar 988B Wheel Loader without lifting arms and bucket, mated with a Caterpillar model AH60 (60,000 lb. Capacity) forklift mast. Later production models were based on the Caterpillar 988F Wheel Loader. The Caterpillar RTCH can stack and unstack containers two high. There was a variant of this container handler, fitted a low-mount fork assembly. It could lift half-height containers. The vehicle is operated by a single operator. This machine carries no armament as it is intended to operate in supply units and is designed to operate over rough terrain and in water up to 1.5 m deep. This allows the vehicle to operate at beaches.

Specification highlights:

• Engine: Caterpillar 3408 Turbocharged diesel engine
• Power: 393.0 hp
• Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight: 116.844 lb
• Lifting capacity: 26.2 tonnes
• Maximum road speed forward: 24.8 mph
• Gradient: 30%

At present, however, CypModels still urgently is looking for more photos and drawings in particular, with the proper dimensions of the Caterpillar Rough Terrain Container Handler 1:1 in order to realize an exact replica in 1:50th scale. 
Do you have information? Please contact me and I will make sure that it will go directly to CypModels.

In the “Making of…” I will add progress photos and dimensional details. Final sales price and the delivery schedule date will be posted on our Website when available. This next knock out model of the Caterpillar Rough Terrain Container Handler will be available in very limited numbers.

If you are interested in this built scale model or kit it is important to respond with your (but still non-binding) PRE ORDER by e-mail to contact@cypmodels.com. Only then you can be assured that the model is also produced effectively for you.

More information about his unique scale models which are custom made in a very limited editions? Visit the CypModels website.