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| High quality box.
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On the road. |
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| Detailed
graphics. |
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| Painted lights. |
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| Volvo chassis. |
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| Simple trailer
chassis.
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| Wheels are
smart. |
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| Clean lines. |
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 Comment on this model.
This model is from the Corgi
Hauliers of Renown
series. It is a Volvo FH Tractor and Refrigerated
Trailer and it
is in the colours of
Iggy Madden, which is a
family-run company operating internationally from the
West of Ireland.
Packaging
The model comes in Corgi's usual good quality packaging
with a high gloss finish and a photo of the model.
Inside, the model is contained within an expanded
polystyrene tray with a clear plastic lid.
There were no defects
or missing parts on the review model.
Included with the model is a Collector Card which
gives some background to the livery. It also has
the unique serial number for the model
within the production run of 1000 models.
The only assembly required is to attach the mirrors and
aerials to the cab.
Detail
The Volvo FH 4x2 tractor unit is nearly all in metal and
is quite heavy. Underneath there is some simple
detailing of the transmission system but in other
respects the chassis is not realistic particularly in
the engine area. The thin tyres have the same tread
pattern on each wheel but the wheels do look good.
The cab looks beautiful in the Iggy Madden livery and
the detailing is good with aerials and a light bar on
the roof, colour coded door mirrors and headlights with
lenses. The interior detail is basic. The quality of
the graphics is excellent.
Behind the cab, there are non-slip surfaces and a set of
black air lines. There are number plates front and
rear, and the rear light clusters are painted. Mud
flaps are rendered in very thin flexible plastic.
The trailer has a simple chassis with nice wheels and
the support legs have plastic cams. At the rear the
lights are nicely painted and there are thin plastic mud
flaps on the rear axle.
The refrigeration unit at the front is plastic with
reasonable grille detailing. The sides of the trailer
are plastic with excellent sharp graphics. At the rear
the door detailing is very good as are the graphics.
Features
The tractor rolls well but does not have working
steering.
The trailer can stand on its support legs although it is not quite level.
The support legs are adjustable using plastic cam feet
although they are reluctant to pose in the 'up'
position.
Quality
This is a well made model with a high metal content.
The
graphics and paintwork are very good.
Price
The model is reasonable value overall.
Overall
This is a typically good-looking Corgi model which makes
a fine display piece although there are few working
features.
Footnotes
The model first appeared in the Corgi January-June
2013 catalogue. It was released in June 2013 in a run of 1000 models.
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| The parts. |
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| Colour-coded mirrors. |
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| Air lines at
the rear. |
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| Refrigeration
unit at the front. |
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| Very smart rear
doors.
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| Bird's eye
view.
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| Convincing rendition. |
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| No steering on
the Volvo. |
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