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Volvo FH2 Globetrotter XL+ Box Trailer- Kattilavaaras Akeri

Maker:  WSI
Model No:  9915
Scale:  1:50
Review Date:  March 2013


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Packaging   (max 10)7
Detail   (max 30)27
Features   (max 20)15
Quality   (max 25)22
Price   (max 15)11
Overall   (max 100)82%

Footnotes


Volvo FH2 Globetrotter XL + Box Trailer- Kattilavaaras Akeri Video
WSI box.
Shiny tank with graphics too.
The steering can be pushed to a reasonably hard lock.
Smart lights.
Trailer chassis with rear steering.
Impressive.
Smart wheels add to the look.
Rear steering at work.
Comment on this model.

This model is a highly decorated truck operated by Kattilavaaras Akeri which has been successful in show truck competitions.  It is a Volvo FH 2 Globetrotter XL and Box Trailer.  The truck is named 'Whisper from North'.

Packaging

The packaging is a typical WSI branded box with the model sitting in an expanded polystyrene tray.

There were no missing parts or defects on the review model.

There is no information provided about the real truck and a small leaflet is included to advise that the cab should not be tilted as otherwise the bull bar will break.

Detail

The Volvo chassis is a 6x2 and is up to the usual high standards for a WSI tractor.  The transmission and suspension are modelled in metal and there are shiny squared tanks.  The tyres have different tread patterns as appropriate to the axles they are on and the brightly chromed wheels are detailed.

The roof has air horns and a detailed light bar, and the mirrors on the doors have graphics.  All of the cab artwork is very high quality including graphics on the windows.  The bull bar on the front is nicely modelled.

Interior detail is good and it has a two tone colour scheme. 

Behind the cab there are coiled air lines and the wheel arches are plastic.  The light bar at the rear is highly detailed with individual lenses for the lights and there is a realistic number plate front and rear.

The trailer is heavy as it is mostly metal.  Underneath the trailer structure is modelled and the link of the rear axle steering to the fifth wheel connection is visible but non-functioning.

The side skirts have lights and graphics and the artwork on the box sides is excellent.  It is very sharp and clear, as it is at the front too.

At the rear the door bolts and hinges are nicely highlighted and the lights have plastic lenses, and there are tiny side lights.

Features

The steering mechanism does not move far before fouling but it is possible to achieve a reasonably hard lock so interesting poses are possible. 

The trailer has working suspension with each axle individually sprung.

The rear axle steers and a good angle can be achieved.

The landing legs at the front can be lowered to support the trailer when disconnected from a tractor, and no unsightly screw threads are visible. 

Quality

This model is very high quality with limited plastic. 

The paintwork and graphics have an excellent finish.

Price

The model is reasonable value for the high quality.

Overall

As a show truck the real vehicle sets a modelling challenge in terms of the artwork and WSI has achieved success in producing an outstanding model.

Footnotes

The model appeared in January 2013.

 
Very high quality graphics.
An impressive truck.
Graphics on the back side also.
Detailed chassis.
Stands well on the support legs.
Class act.
Very good at the back.
Exciting graphics.
Nice wheels on a very nice trailer.