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Sword 2027 - Peterbilt 379 with Nelson Ramp
Trailer
Model Review May 2008
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This is a model of the Peterbilt 379 Day Cab with a Nelson Tri-Axle Hydraulic Bi-Fold Ramp Trailer. Peterbilt was founded in 1938 and is a famous producer of American trucks. The Nelson Manufacturing Company of Ohio was founded in 1947 and manufactures a range of trailers and crane attachments.
This is a 1:50 scale model marketed by Sword Precision Scale Models. The model is actually made in China by TWH and has number 032.
Packaging
The model is packed in a standard Sword Models box which just has the model name on it but no pictures or other information. Inside, the model is well packed within a couple of expanded polystyrene trays. The review model had no defects or missing parts.
Included in the box are some small bags of parts to fit, including the wing mirrors and air horns, deck panels and a set of tie-down chains for securing loads.
No instructions are provided with the model although it is simple to assemble. Some information on the real machine would have been appreciated.
Detail
The tractor chassis is very detailed. The two driving axles are complete with prop shafts and differentials and replicated suspension details, and there is a third helper axle. The rear wheels have very good metal hubs with finely treaded tyres, and there are rubber mud flaps bearing the Peterbilt logo. Towards the front the underside of the engine is visible and the exhaust pipes lead out to the side of the body. The front wheels are on different metal hubs to those on the rear wheels which is a pleasing detail. The moulding on some of the tyres was not quite perfect with lipping on one edge although this is not apparent in most poses.
The imposing front of the Peterbilt is modelled very well with a superb finely etched radiator grille, with a spoiler on top. The bumper is metal and the headlight clusters have lenses incorporated for both headlamps and indicators. Both on the top of the radiator and on the sides of the bonnet (hood) there are tiny Peterbilt badges which are perfectly legible. The wheel arches have an excellent rubber lining which become mud flaps behind the wheels. Under the bonnet is a detailed engine, with a separate radiator, and there are various pipes and hoses.
