New Models

[alan627b]

In addition to being an operator, I am also an old iron addict and model nut.
It's a good year for us, here is some news.
Norscott is coming out with some neat Cat models.
some highlights include
1955-59 977E track loader. 1/50
14M grader, 1/50
657G scraper, 1/50
#12 grader, 1/87
There is also the Tot farmer/First Gear 1/50 Allis Chalmers TS300 scraper.
Just thought you'd like to know!
alan627b

[alan627b]

657g
977E
Model news http://www.miniature-construction-world.co.uk/norscot_news.html

[alan627b]

links to the TS300
http://www.toyfarmer.com/store/index.html
http://www.toyfarmer.com/store/product.html?id=1237
http://www.toyfarmer.com/media/index.html

[alan627b]

links to the TS300
http://www.toyfarmer.com/store/index.html
http://www.toyfarmer.com/store/product.html?id=1237
http://www.toyfarmer.com/media/index.html
Good site for new model releases, in the News/Rumors sections..
http://www.miniature-construction-world.co.uk/

[Countryboy]

I have always liked the Versatile Big Roy in the 3rd link. Only problem with models is that I seem to like all the pricey ones. :cool2

[alan627b]

Yeah, it's a cross we all must bear.....
I saw a 1/16th scale Big Bud tractor at a toy show, it looked like all it needed was a key and some diesel fuel to run....

The best way to avoid that "second childhood" label, is to never admit to having left the first one.....
alan627b

[MetalDragon_boy]

I hope Norscot makes the 16M or 24M grader in 1:50 scale. I really want a 16M... it looks really nice! :D

[JDOFMEMI]

The 14M looks great, but the 657G is the star for this years releases. I think I need about a case or so of them to do a proper SoCal jobsite layout.

I can't wait

[alan627b]

Now somebody needs to come up with a modern pushcat.....although, I'd love to see one of the EMD products DD9G's teamed up with a 657G, push-pull or not! Vintage correct or not. Hey, it's MY reality....
Now, when is somebody going to step up and make a 666?
alan627b

[alan627b]

Allis Chalmers TS300 being made for Toy Farmer magazine by First Gear. Circa 1950 or so. 1/50 scale. Order soon!
link http://www.toyfarmer.com/index.html

Also, new from Reuhl Products, a 1/24th scale John Deere 840 Diesel Industrial tractor with JD Chevron 400 elevating scraper, made like the old Reuhl models. Until 4/30/07, $179.95, $189.95 after. Delivery late fall/early winter 2007.
Reuhl products, wholly owned by Lone Tree Creek LLC
PO Box1
Olivet, SD 57052
605-387-3845
http://www.reuhlproducts.com
http://www.lonetreecreek.com

[surfer-joe]

I'd love to get my hands on a 1/50 Cat 651/657B, or 666B scraper at a reasonable price. These were the kings of the scraper world for so many years. Also International 495 and Allis Chalmers 460 scrapers in 1/50.

Norscot does a pretty good job with their models and most are at a fair price. I can't believe what some models go for. Bidding on E-bay simply goes nuts at times for some.

[MetalDragon_boy]

It was some pretty interesting realeases on Bauma! My prio 1 are the Volvo L350F from Motorart and both the Terex RH340 from Brami (shovel + backhoe).

[CAT245ME]

I recall a while back reading an article on die cast farm & construction replicas that this is one of the best investments you can make because over the years they increse in value pretty good. Just check on ebay for die cast Caterpillar, I cant believe what some people will pay for this stuff, as much as over a thousand bucks:eek:. But I cant see me paying that kind of money, but you never know.

[MetalDragon_boy]

If the model is in mint condition + the original box is still left then yes they increase in value every year. If the model is discontinued then it will increase even more in value every year.

I bought my self a Bucyrus 495HF in 1:50 scale not very long ago and it is the most expensive model I have. But it is far from The most expensive model avaible.

[mkdco128]

Scale Models
http://www.users.cloud9.net/~mkdco/

http://www.users.cloud9.net/~mkdco/rockdrill222.jpg

[CascadeScaper]

Norscot does have some very nice 1:50 scale stuff coming out. I'm definately getting the 330DL, the 950H, and the 953D.

I have an NZG 1:50 Komatsu PC210 on order right now, should be here this week.

[alan627b]

Sufrer Joe, check this site out.
http://www.markgraf-privat.de/RmNeuheit2.php?weblng=en&model=OHSjul2006
Check the photo galleries, there is some nice stuff in there.
Easier way, the scraper section
http://www.markgraf-privat.de/cisgalerie/index.php?catid=41
There are models out of the 657A, 650, and soon either a 660 or 666, but the reasonably priced part, that's a different story! The 650 would cost about $1000 USD by the time you got it here....one of Jerry Halls 1/24 scale 666 replicas, was up to about $2800.00 on Ebay, last time I looked!
He lives in Ravenna Nebraska, about 3 hours away from me.
The best we can do right now, is the Norscot 657G, at about $50. Although I hope some more vintage Cat stuff will make it out soon.
Alan627b

[mkdco128]

Rainer has a few models I have made they are featured on Markgrafs site he has an extensive collection.

http://www.users.cloud9.net/~mkdco/d8winch2.jpg

[D11RCD]

Norscot have a 24H if that's any help!

[D11RCD]

Sorry meant to quote my last post in reply MetalDragon_boy!

[hepcbucyrus]

I'm just new to the forum, and I'm not sure if this fits in under this title or not, but I'm wondering if anyone knows of a Champion road grader model. I have been looking everywhere, but can't find one. Does anyone know if they are made. I've only just started to get back into collecting some of the diecast models, after being away from it for about 20yrs.

[Bellboy]

Now somebody needs to come up with a modern pushcat.....although, I'd love to see one of the EMD products DD9G's teamed up with a 657G, push-pull or not! Vintage correct or not. Hey, it's MY reality....
Now, when is somebody going to step up and make a 666?
alan627b

Not meaning to be mean, or rude, or facetious, but where I come from that last number sequence is bad luck. Real bad juju:ban. Just bad karma. And to add insult to my ignorance, what is that anyway?

[stretch]

Bellboy, the 666 was Cat's biggest scraper aside from the 657's and the 660. The 666 and 660 were setup with a 4-wheel tractor unit pulling the scraper, like some of the old Euc's and the Cat DW-series.

Hepcbucyrus, I can't think of anyone that makes a Champion model. I'd definitely buy it if it was out there.

[JDOFMEMI]

Bellboy

The 666 he is referring to is the model number of the largest Cat scraper, made from 1963 till 1969, then as a 666B from 1969 till 1978. It was a 6 wheeler, and rated at 54 cy heaped capacity. twin engine, and 950 horsepower. They were also the fastest Cats, and were capable of 42 MPH loaded. It is a legend in the scraper community.
The current scraper king, the 657G, is still at 950 horses, and "only" 44 cy heaped capacity, and a top speed loaded of "only" 33 MPH

[Bellboy]

Bad juju aside, that sounds cool. Any one got any pics?

[stretch]

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