Steel Haul - New tractor unit UPDATE!!!!

DUSTER

"Done is in the eye of the beholder" or something like that.

 

Hihi! Yeah. Something like that. 

"Done is in the eye of the beholder" or something like that.

Thanks Greg. 

Let's see, maybe..... Uh, I dunno ...... oh, ok,........ I guess you can call it done.

But seriously, . (5 thumbs, best rating possible).

More pics of the complete model. I think I can call it done - I think so. But as you know me, I am always coming up with something else to add or remove.

Thank you Allan. Too kind.

You build the most realistic model trucks Ive ever seen, Tiking. Incredible!

mustang1989

Man the wear and tear as well as the weathering are all represented almost flawlessly! Automotive modeling at its best right here!

 

Thanks guys. Appreciate the support.

Man the wear and tear as well as the weathering are all represented almost flawlessly! Automotive modeling at its best right here!

Incredible attention to detail!  You certainly have a gift for faux finishes.  I'd be afaid to pick the truck up for fear of getting grease all over me!

Thank you kindly Greg. Glad you like it.

Mind-boggling workmanship.

Very impressive, and great fun to drool, er, I mean look at.

Hahaha ha! Good one. Not yet I hope. ☺

I do like this new tractor better.   The colors make a great looking  combination.  

Say, do you ever get letters from Trafikverket, asking you to register these vehicles ?

Here is the tractor I built just for this trailer unit. The blue Scania 142H tractor unit has now been replaced with this Scania 144L 530 unit. I think it suits the trailer better, especially with the similarities of the color schemes. Hope you guys liked this better.

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allan

Your builds are just absolutely impressive. Very realistic! Ever considered building a bus?

 

Thanks. Never considered doing a bus. Might though. But it probably won't be anytime soon. Got lots of other projects.

Jim Barton

 

 

knox

   Your build is truly amazing!  The weathering is something else.  I mean, a bent rim and split tire that looks so real it is almost scary.  I'm very impressed 

 

 

 

 

 

The rim and split tire were my favorite too.

 

Thank you kindly gents. Much appreciated.

knox

   Your build is truly amazing!  The weathering is something else.  I mean, a bent rim and split tire that looks so real it is almost scary.  I'm very impressed 

 

The rim and split tire were my favorite too.

Hey !

    Now I know why there aren't any Scanias or Volvos on the roads here .You done went and shrunk them all ! !  Another awesome build . Luv It ! Luv It ! Luv It!      T.B.

midnightprowler

You sure have weathering down to a art!

 

Thanks. All part of being an artist regardless the medium. ☺

Too kind gents. I do appreciate your support. Glad you like the results.

Truly inspiring work. You imagination, patience and skills are first rate - thanks for posting!

Mike

You sure have weathering down to a art!

Hi guys. Here are the some pics of what was done to the trailer since the last time I posted. As mention before, I had removed the electrical box and support stands to the front of the trailer. I also added a fire extinguisher. Instead of concrete slabs I decided to go with steel slabs, Only two. I think I will build a third sheet. Why steel? Well. I saw a haul with several large steel plates being transported in a similar manner and thought I would go for the 'not-so-normal' look, instead. You know me. Different is my middle name. I know there are standard trailers for concrete slabs and steel plates and slabs. But I found out that certain companies, in rare instances, use by any means necessary, quick and unconventional methods in transporting goods, if time was of an essence. I too have seen weird setups that just proves to me that transport methods do differ. Now, if they do not adhere to the EU regulation code; then that's another issue all together.*

The sheet of steel were made from cardboard. The chain tensioners were scratch built. I am contemplating building another short base tractor 2x4 tractor for this trailer. I already have one in mind. Not too sure. But I will build it and see if it suits it better. If not, I will stick to the one I already have.*

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I'm blown away (pun intended) by the spare tire- such a unique presentation. That is light years above the "sand the bottom to look like it’s got weight on it" school of modeling.

 As for the rest, spectacular would almost cover it.

Appreciate the positive  feedback Dave.