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MAN TGS LX 6x4 with Nooteboom OSDS 3-axle + Hub

Maker:  WSI
Model No:  02-1016
Scale:  1:50
Review Date:  June 2011


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Detail   (max 30)26
Features   (max 20)16
Quality   (max 25)21
Price   (max 15)11
Overall   (max 100)81%

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MAN TGS LX 6x4 with Nooteboom OSDS 3-axle + Hub Video
The Nooteboom box.
Air lines for connection to the trailer.
Tipping cab.
The trailer stands on landing legs.
Excellent detail on the underside of the trailer.
Width markers fitted.
The hub is a good looking load.
Straps clip on to the deck edge.
Carrying sections of a Potain Tower Crane.
This is a model of a Nooteboom 3-axle OSDS semi low-loader designated the OSDS-48-03V(D).  In this nomenclature the 48 represents the total capacity of the trailer in tonnes and the 03 means that there are three rear axles.  These trailers have a low dead weight and are the workhorses of the lighter end of heavy haulage. 

They are designed to carry loads such as construction plant, crane sections, and other equipment.  This version of the model includes a wind turbine hub.

Packaging

The model comes in a Nooteboom branded box which is generic to the OSDS series.  Inside, the model is contained within an expanded polystyrene tray, with the model held between clear plastic formers.  There were no defects or missing parts on the review model.

It would have been good if some information had been provided about the real trailer, and no instructions are supplied for the model.  There are quite a few separate parts supplied but most experienced collectors will have no problem identifying how to fix the pieces.

Detail

The tractor unit is a MAN TGS LX 6x4.  The detail on the chassis is of a high standard, with the suspension and transmission elements reproduced well.  Detail on the wheel hubs is excellent, and the tyre tread patterns look convincing with different tyres on the front and rear axles.

The cab has authentic looking lights which have individual lenses, and beacon lights on the roof.  The chevron graphics at the front look good  and other details include nice door handles, number plates and colour-coded door mirrors.  The cab has the unique reference number for this model which is T-021. 

A detailed engine is provided under the cab which includes an accurately modelled fan and exhaust.

Behind the cab there are coiled air lines and diamond surfacing and the wheel arches look very authentic.  At the rear of the tractor the lights have plastic lenses and the graphics on the mud flaps are good.

The trailer is highly detailed and has the unique trailer number OPL 016.  Underneath, the structure is modelled very well.  The axles are fully detailed with the suspension modelled and there is hosing running to each wheel.  At the front a couple of landing legs and extendible width markers are present.  The surface of the trailer is top quality with an excellent representation of a timber surface which has screw holes modelled, and the metal surfacing is textured well.

Details along the edges of the trailer are really nice with an accurately coloured yellow stripe and tiny tie down points modelled although they are not separate loops so cannot actually be used.  On one side there is a well detailed control console.  There are many tiny graphics applied.

The gooseneck has connectors for lines from the tractor, and the deck includes the offset aluminium strip which is present in the real trailer.  The headboard is metal and a plastic tool chest is included.  The unique reference number for the trailer is written on the gooseneck and for this model is OPL-016.

A separate pack of metal deck posts are provided and these plug into holes in the deck edge and enough are provided to use as an alternative to the headboard if required.  A pair of width markers attaches at the rear end of the trailer if required although these are a very tight fit.

The load comprises two parts, a Vestas hub and nose cone.  Both are modelled in resin and include bolt details.  The hub has temporary canvas covers modelled on the openings and these look authentic.  Also included are some palettes and elastic straps to secure the load and the model looks all the better with these used.

Features

The tractor unit has a steerable front axle but with limited movement.  The cab tilts smoothly to a nice angle revealing the engine.

The trailer has many features.  All the axles have effective working suspension with good movement, and the rear axle is self-steering and can adopt a very good angle.  At the front the landing legs can be screwed down, and the marker boards stowed under the gooseneck can be slid into position.  At the rear, a couple of hinged support legs can be rotated down if required.  The rear width marker boards can be fitted or left off as desired.

The trailer bed can be extended to almost double its length, and there is a sliding cross beam too.

For wider loads the trailer has a load floor width adjustment and this works with tiny extension consoles which can be pulled out and then replica beams can be laid between them.  Other configuration options are provided by fitting or omitting the deck posts, and the same goes for the headboard.

The hub load can be added or left off as desired.

Quality

The overall quality level of the model is very high.  The castings are very good as is the detail level. The use of plastic has been carefully considered to add detail and the quality of the plastic is such that the look of the model is not compromised.

The paintwork and graphics are of a very high standard.

Price

The model is good value given the quality, features and detail.

Overall

The OSDS trailer has been produced in a number of liveries and this is the first to include a load.  It is excellent and remains one of the outstanding trailer models.

Footnotes

This version appeared in May 2011.  A previous version was reviewed here.  A four axle version of the trailer was made as WSI
9571.
 
Loaded with the hub.
MAN cab detailing is very good.
The wind turbine graphic on the equipment box is a nice touch.
Very good chassis detail.
Underside of the trailer.
Deck posts fitted.
The hub is a wide load.
Width extension boards fitted.
Trailer fully extended.
Loaded with a Volvo A40D.