NEWS FLASH! Tonkin Replicas Spielwarenmesse 2015

Tonkin Replicas was this year for the second time present with a stand at the International Toy Fair aka Spielwarenmesse from January 28 to February 2, 2015, in Nuremberg.

Friend, Caterpillar scale model collector and professional photographer Thomas Wilk was willing to make, so that those who, like me, were not able to visit the Toy Fair live, an Exclusive Caterpillar photo report in the Tonkin Replicas Booth so we can taste the atmosphere and get a glimps of all the beauty that awaits

Curious? Click on the photo!

NEWS FLASH! Modelshow Europe 2015

Saturday, March 21, 2015 the 24st Modelshow Europe is held in the flowerauction "Plantion" nearby the city Ede in the Netherlands.

On this special exhibition one can see all kinds of miniatures and model construction projects in the field of earthmoving, cranes and heavy transport. This Modelshow Europe exhibition is unique by its grand design and the only one in Europe.


Many collectors and builders show on the Modelshow Europe their (rebuilt and/or radio controlled) models. Also a wide range of miniatures and related components for the model which are offered for sale.

Ad Gevers staffed with Richard van der Horst, Huub van Dijke (Bouwmachinesvantoen and Bouwmachinesvannu), Gertjan Veld & Jack Schrijen and Mini Movers again have a joint stand. So come along for a visit on March 21th at the Modelshow Europe!

Curious about the outcome of the next custom project built by Ad Gevers? Drop by on March 21 at the Modelshow Europe! He is currently working on his next special release......

Mini Movers will together with Daniel Wietlisbach (which comes especially from Switzerland) once again offering a special promotion for the BAGGERMODELLE magazine. Curious? More news later .....so stay tuned!

Also some members of our "CSVT" group from home and abroad, including photographer Thomas Wilk from TCC Photowork, will during Modelshow Europe be present in and around our booth.

Visit on March 21th the Modelshow Europe and we hope to welcome you!

ANNOUNCEMENT! Caterpillar 555D Wheel Skidder [Tonkin 1:50]

Today Tonkin Replicas has officially announced their next to produce Caterpillar scale model in their 1:50 Construction Diecast Series:

• Caterpillar 555D Wheel Skidder #TR40004

Thanks to the cooperation of Tonkin Replicas I'm able to share you the Tonkin Replicas Press Release. Retail Price this model: US $89.95 plus shipping. The model will be, if all goes according to plan, available for sales in the third Quart of 2015.
Watch and enjoy! This is going to be another must have model! AWESOME!!

LATEST ADDITION! Caterpillar D6R Track-Type Tractor [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 D6R Track-Type Tractor #TR60001

My first impression: Nice addition to my D6 series Track-Type Tractor collection. Another World Class 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 Track-Type Tractors 

So stay tuned for more!

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 is a beautiful photo report from 1991 on the strengthening of the coast at Westerschouwen, in the Netherlands 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!

OUT SOON! BAGGERMODELLE 1-2015

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 January 2015.

In this issue, among other interesting articles, a special about the recently released Caterpillar 983B Track-Type Loader in 1:48th scale from Classic Construction Models. Secondly an interesting Collector's portrait and an new Contest. So all the reasons you needed to buy this next issue. 

Last but not least an special about making a super yard for all your vehicles and earthmoving equipment.

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. 

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! Caterpillar 983B [CCM 1:48]

Last Friday I received from a very good friend in America this latest addition in my collection made by Classic Construction Models (CCM) and directly took it to the photo set:

• Caterpillar 983B Ripper version Track Loader

This die-cast scale model is made in a limited edition of only 983 pieces in 2014 By CCM in scale 1:48. There is also a standard version with an open ROPS and without a ripper.

The Caterpillar 983B Ripper version Track Loader scale model features an fully articulated bucket, lift arms, and hydraulics. The full cab is accessible through opening doors, and the track assemblies are completely functional with free-rolling sprockets, rollers and metal track links. This version includes a functional Ripper which can be positioned realistically. The scale model is packaged in a deluxe gift box and comes with a signed certificate. I'm the happy collector with in possession #722.

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