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| Linde-branded box.
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| Roller wheels. |
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| Smooth body
lines.
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| Detailed
computer screen. |
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| Operator
travels up with the load platform. |
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| At work in the
Cranes Etc 'warehouse'. |
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 Comment on this model.
This is a model of a Linde K series Modular Very Narrow
Aisle (VNA) Dual Purpose Combi Truck. It has a
capacity up to 1500 kg, and lift heights up to 16.2m and
picking heights in excess of 16m.
A feature of the K series is the modular design which
allows the machine to be configured to customer
requirements.
Packaging
The model comes in a pair of trays enclosed by a Linde branded box
sleeve.
There were no defects or missing parts on the review
model.
There are no instructions for the model or information
about the real machine.
Detail
This is a relatively large and heavy model as a result
of the 1:25 scale.
Detail underneath is very simple with plastic roller
wheels. The guide wheels are modelled within
the casting as solid parts.
The body is a pleasant casting with the curved shape
nicely formed and it is visually enhanced with the sharp
graphics and paint scheme. A small beacon light is
fixed at the rear.
The mast is a robust metal casting with metal hydraulic
ram pistons and jackets.
The cab is nicely modelled with a textured floor
including a foot pedal and the doors are thin
plastic. The control console is detailed with a
computer screen. The seat is moulded well in
plastic with good texturing. Two mirrors provide a
rear view.
The carriage is all metal with separate forks and a
plastic pallet. It is mounted on transverse beams
which have rack teeth detailed within the casting.
Features
The plastic roller wheels are a little stiff but can
roll. The rear roller rotates fully.
The cab elevates in two stages although the main
mast rams are not stiff enough to hold the mast extended.
The load platform moves from side-to-side, and rotates.
It can also be raised and lowered for fine positioning.
The operator's seat
bottom can be raised to provide more room
in the cab.
Quality
This is a heavy and solid model with a high metal
content.
The general finish in terms of paint and graphics is
very good.
Price
The model is reasonable value given its large size.
Overall
Conrad has produced a good quality model of the Linde K
series which feels nice because of its size and weight.
It is easy to recommend.
Footnotes
The model first appeared at the Nuremberg Toy Fair in 2013.
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| Parked up. |
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Profile view. |
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| Rear wheel
steers.
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| Pallet is
included. |
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| Operator's seat
folded up. |
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| Impressive
height. |
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