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| Liebherr branded box. |
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| Impressive RT
crane. |
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Detail underneath. |
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| The length of
chain is not included with the model. |
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| Outriggers have
smooth pistons and replica timber mats are included. |
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| Tilting cab. |
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| Two hooks
included. |
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| Excellent
geometry. |
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| Realistic
profile. |
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| On the road. |
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| Unloading. |
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The Liebherr LRT series rough terrain cranes were
launched at ConExpo in 2017.
The crane modelled here represents two versions having a maximum capacity of
90 or 100 tonnes.
Packaging
The model comes in a Liebherr branded box sleeve which
encloses expanded polystyrene trays.
The review model had
no defects or missing parts.
There is an instruction sheet for the model which is pictorial and
it has a
list of parts. The production version of the model
also includes a key for tightening the boom ram, and
this is not referenced in the instructions.
Detail
This is a heavy model.
Looking underneath, there is detailing of the carrier chassis
with the drive transmission modelled in plastic. The
wheels look good and the large rough terrain tyres are
impressive.
The carrier has various ladders and other parts
detailed. There is no natural attachment point for the hook
blocks during transport, and a length of chain would
have been a good inclusion. The lights are
painted.
The outriggers appear to be tough plastic and are single stage
with an excellent colour match They are
simple with chevron graphics applied. The outrigger pistons are smooth when extended,
and the replica timber pads are plastic.
The crane cab has a windscreen wiper and lights, and the
grab rails are metal. Inside, the detail is good with a large control console
and joysticks visible. The crane
body and counterweight is relatively simple.
The large main boom ram has a plastic jacket but it has
a very good finish so it does not look plastic. The boom has detail on the lowest boom section
including a plastic cable drum. There are metal
sheaves in the boom head.
The bi-fold swingaway jib is a very nice metal lattice casting
with a plastic solid section which has an excellent
colour match. All sheaves are metal.
The hook block has three sheaves and a single line hook
is also included.
Features
The axles steer and
the range of movement is very good.
The rear axle has some oscillation.
The outriggers are fully functional with
extending beams and pistons that screw down without any
visible screw threads. Plastic pads clip on securely.
The outriggers are strong enough to support the entire
crane off its wheels.
The crane cab tilts and can hold any pose.
The boom is raised using the very large ram
which has a
locking mechanism which is tightened using a supplied
key. It works well when fully tightened and it will hold the
boom as desired as long as it is tightened enough.
The telescopic sections extend smoothly and lock into
place when full extension is reached.
The winch drums can only be turned by finger on
the drum, and the brake is by means of friction rather
than a positive lock.
The fly jib can be installed and run at half or full
length. It also has a ratchet for setting offset
angles.
Quality
As would be expected Conrad has produced a
strong model which is both heavy and robust.
Plastic is used appropriately and it does not show.
The paintwork is very good as are the few graphics.
Price
It is a reasonably priced model given the weight.
Overall
Conrad has produce a really good model of the
Liebherr LRT. It is particularly functional and
robust.
Footnotes
The model was introduced at the ConExpo Exhibition
2017. |
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| Parts and instruction sheet. |
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| Profile view. |
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| Tyres are very
good. |
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| Good steering. |
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| mats can be
stowed on board. |
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| Simple
counterweight. |
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| Full main boom. |
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| Ratchet for the
fly jib. |
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| Fly jib adds
reach. |
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