NEWS FLASH! The making of... a FireKing

Custom scale model builder Carol Westerhoff shows you one of his latest projects: Building a FireKing Bushfire fighting vehicle in 1:50th scale.

Today is the start of this "The making of... a ". Carol will take the coming period the original kit from CypModels in hand and makes as we all know him some major adjustments at some points and improves to end up as accurate as possible.

It is our goal for the coming period in the "The making of... a FireKing Bushfire fighting vehicle” to show you how this custom model will be achieved. You will be amazed with the high standards he sets!

Carol will share his building skills through its construction photos with little notes to keep us informed of the building process. Gradually it shows the making of a unique model of the FireKing Bushfire fighting vehicle and welcome addition to my PoweredBy Caterpillar collection!

Enjoy reading & watching!

Carol and Wouter

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 555D [Tonkin 1:50]

Yesterday I received from Central Valley Models this latest addition from Tonkin Replicas in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 555D Wheel Skidder #TR40004

Despite the fact that Tonkin Replicas, end of January 2015, surprised us pleasantly with this Caterpillar Forest machine scale model in their 1:50th scale Diecast Construction Series it was long uncertain if this model, whether or not through Tonkin Replicas or Diecast Masters would actually be manufactured and supplied.

It became quite tense and unsure when during the Toy Fair 2016, early February 2016, the model was not announced in the first Diecast Masters catalogue.

In the end it appears a small production run of the Caterpillar 555D Wheel Skidder nonetheless is manufactured and supplied and exclusively through Central Valley Models for sale in their Central Valley Models eBay store.

You can find more pictures from the Caterpillar 555D Wheel Skidder scale model, machine 1:1 and background information in the category Skidders
 

Interested? My advice: 
Quickly contact with Central Valley Models before they are gone!

AVAILABLE! BAGGERMODELLE 3-2016

The latest edition of BAGGERMODELLE is out now!

In this issue, among other interesting articles, a special about the Caterpillar 335F Hydraulic Excavator which will be released soon from Diecast Masters in their diecast "High Line Series" in 1:50th scale.

Also plenty of space for the Caterpillar 789D which is made by Classic Construction Models and placed in a small, but highly detailed, diorama by fellow collector Heinz-Willy Goebbels. A MUST SEE!

Last but not least the Bauma 2016 Report with all the latest news from this major 1:1th scale event held in April in Germany.

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!

The making of... a Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig

Custom scale model builder Thomas Wilk shows you one of his latest projects: Building a Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig in 1:50th scale.

Today is the start of this "The making of... a ". Thomas has worked on this project very closely with his friend and fellow collector Urs Peyer.

It is our goal for the coming period in the "The making of...Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig” to show you how this custom model will be achieved. You will be amazed with the high standards he sets!

Thomas will share his building skills through its construction photos with little notes to keep us informed of the building process. Gradually it shows the making of a unique model by using as donor model the Caterpillar D6K Track-Type Tractor made by Norscot in 1:50th scale to create this one of a kind Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig 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 will see it turned into a true museum piece and a very valuable and unique addition to his Caterpillar collection!

Enjoy reading & watching!

Thomas and Wouter

NEWS FLASH! BouwmachinesvanToen-Archief

BouwmachinesvanToen-Archief is the new name for the website of Huub van Dijk. He created a unique digital photo museum of Dutch earthmoving contractors, their (Caterpillar) equipment and workers in the last century.Huubs website is mainly based on long gone companies.

Curious? Take a look on the website of BouwmachinesvanToen-Archief and enjoy watching all his pictures and stories from passed times.

NEW NAME & NEW LOGO!

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar 627K Scraper [Tonkin 1:50]

During the Modelshow Europe 2016 I bought at the IMC Models Construction models Webshop this latest addition from Tonkin Replicas in my collection and today I had some time and took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 627K Push Pull Wheel Tractor-Scraper #TR80002

My first impression: Nice addition to my 627 series Wheel Tractor-Scraper collection. In my opinion an excellent diecast scale model made by Tonkin Replicas!

Enjoy the first photo! Curious for more? 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 CT680 8x4 [Tonkin 1:50]

Past weekend I received from Central Valley Models this latest addition from Tonkin Replicas in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar CT680 8x4 Tractor Day Cab #TR30004

Despite the fact that Tonkin Replicas, right at the end of 2015, surprised us yet pleasantly with (for the present) the last two new Caterpillar models in their 1:50th scale Diecast Construction Series was long uncertain if these models, whether or not through Tonkin Replicas or Diecast Masters would actually be manufactured and supplied.

It became quite tense and unsure when Caterpillar just after the Toy Fair 2016, early February 2016, announced that they would pull the plug out their Vocational Truck program.

In the end it appears a small production run of both Caterpillar CT680 On Highway Trucks as loose tractors in 8x4 and 6x4 axle configuration in various colors nonetheless to be manufactured and supplied as single tractor are exclusively through Central Valley Models for sale in their Central Valley Models eBay store.

In addition, DHS Diecast Collectables sales both tractors in combination with the Rogers low loader under the WSI label.

You can find more pictures from the Caterpillar CT680 8x4 Tractor Day Cab scale model, machine 1:1 and background information in the category On-Highway Trucks
 

Interested? My advice: 
Quickly contact with these firms before they are gone!

NEWS FLASH! DHS OPEN HOUSE 2016

Have you already scheduled this weekend in your diary? The 16th Annual DHS Diecast Open House & Auction Weekend held July 30-31th 2016. Mark your calendars and make your reservations. It will be a BLAST!

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LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar D8T WH [Custom 1:50]

During the Modelshow Europe 2016 I received this latest custom built addition in my collection and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar D8T WH (Waste Handler) “Caron” Tractor-Type Tractor

Ad Gevers showed during the Modelshow Europe 2016 his version of the Caterpillar D8T WDA Track-Type Tractor with WDA CARON DSU dozer blade & CARON SWS Tracks in 1:50 on the basis of the Norscot D8T and three exclusive kits: The resin CARON DSU Trash Blade comes from a very exclusive kit which is based on the metal Trash Blade made by Jay Roltgen and the CARON SWS metal Tracks and the Back box where both exclusive cADSttachments kits. (Sorry for those who are interested but I have to disappoint you that all three of these kits where and are not available for sale).

Enjoy the first photo! I will add more pictures from the Caterpillar D8T WH (Waste Handler) “Caron” Tractor-Type Tractor scale model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Tractor-Type Tractors So stay tuned for more!

ANNOUNCEMENT! Caterpillar 777G [CCM 1:48]

CCM has announced to release a new scale model in their 1:48 diecast series.

• Caterpillar 777G Off-Highway Truck

The Caterpillar G Series Off-Highway Truck represents a new era for this size class from Caterpillar. With the input from his customers, Caterpillar has designed and manufactured a truck that is reliable, economical and offers comfort, confidence and control for its operators. A long-term success is the goal; with the Caterpillar G Series trucks, they are on the right road.
Specification highlights:

• Engine: Caterpillar C32 ACERT™ diesel engine
• Base Power (1st gear) – Net: 916.0 hp
• Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight: 363000.0 lb
• Loading capacities SAE rating 2:1: 83.8 cu.yd.
• Maximum Top speed: 41.7 mph

Progress photos, dimensional details, finall sales price and the delivery schedule delivery dates will be posted on our website when available.
Do you want to know more about these unique scalemodels from CCM or place an order?
Take a look at the website from CCM or make contact with one off the CCM Online dealers which can be found under links.

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar D9G [RR Models 1:50]

During the Modelshow Europe 2016 I received the latest RR Models addition in my collection which I ordered in 2015 and today I was able to take it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar D9G “Jac. Rijk” Tractor-Type Tractor

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 high quality and amazing detailed 1:50 scale model has been built on special request for some Dutch Die Hard fans and is not available to the collecting public and therefore very rare.

My first impression: Must have of the Caterpillar D9 Tractor-Type Tractor 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 D9 and to put beside the Caterpillar 657 Wheel-Tractor Scraper in my collection.

Enjoy the first pictures! I will add more pictures from the Caterpillar D9G “Jac. Rijk Tractor-Type Tractor scale model, machine in 1:1 and background information in the category Track-Type Tractors So stay tuned for more!