This weekend sees a new design come forth. A Priestman Steam Grab Coaling Crane, Photo's Grant Morrell has collected inspired me to design one for nz120 scale.
I've designed it in kit form, so basic assembly is required. The jib can be raised & lowered, also the cab can be rotated. The grab bucket also will be printed in parts and is designed to be fully functional.
The reels & axles are designed to be fitted with a spring on one side of the pulley, pushing against the reel, and ensuring it remains locked in position. A screw driver (Phillips) can be then used to push in, and wind.
Some work is to be done once i'm assured it can be printed after a test print is successful, to then allow me to create some instructions. Some photo's in the meantime can help illustrate what I mean.
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| An exploded view, Right side |
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| An exploded view, Left side |
The crane will be available in 2 separate designs, it simply wouldn't upload with all parts, not sure why (Max polygons perhaps?).
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| A close up view of the bucket, Wire or fine screws will be needed to connect the bits together. Weight will need to be added to the yellow parts to make it function. |
The model as it should look assembled.
A rather good shot of the prototype.
Also, some good info here http://www.nzrcranes.org/
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