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| JCB branded
box. |
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| Tyre tread
pattern is good. |
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| Hoses run
across the pivot. |
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| Instrument
cluster looks good. |
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| As a transport
load. |
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| Poses well with
other models. |
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 Comment on this model.
The JCB VM115D is an 11 tonne vibratory single drum
roller. It is used in a wide range of compaction
applications including cohesive soils, and road and
airport works.
Packaging
The model is packed in a windowed box within tape-sealed
clear plastic formers.
There were no defects or missing parts on the review
model.
No information is provided about the real machine.
The only assembly required is to fit two mirrors to the
cab.
Detail
Looking underneath the rear axle is modelled in metal
and is well detailed, and the big rubber tyres have a
good tread. They are mounted on metal hubs which
have distinct wheel nuts. Distinct rivets appear
at the pivot point.
At the rear, the engine cover is a nice casting but the
exhaust pipe is soft plastic and not so convincing.
Underneath the cover is a plastic engine.
The cab has good detail with windscreen wipers, mirrors
and lights. The interior detail is very good with the
instrument panel being the high point.
Underneath the cab the pivot point has visible steering
pistons and some hoses run across.
The roller is metal and the roller frame is detailed
with hoses running to the drum.
Features
The model rolls smoothly and freely.
The roller steers at the pivot point and it can achieve
a moderate angle. It also has some tilt movement
for uneven surfaces.
The engine cover opens to reveal the engine, and it holds
an open position.
Quality
The casting is of a good standard, and there is little
use of plastic.
The paint is good and the graphics are sharp.
Price
The model is good value.
Overall
Although this is only a model with updated graphics
compared to the earlier version, it remains nice and
looks good posed with other appropriate models.
Footnotes
This model is an updated version of a VM115 modelled
first produced around 2007. This version
appeared in January 2014.
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| Steering angle
is moderate. |
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| Silver rivets
show up a bit. |
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| Open cover. |
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| On the road. |
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| Profile view. |
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