Jim Posted May 27, 2016 Author Posted May 27, 2016 @ JIM: When can we expect the review of the Excavator? 1. July? I seriously don't know. Quote
Ngoc Nguyen Posted May 28, 2016 Posted May 28, 2016 I've been racking my brain lately to figure out how the B model filters bricks, but I can't come up with anything. Anybody has any idea? Quote
N-4K0 Posted May 28, 2016 Posted May 28, 2016 Isn't the set coming with a few different types of bricks to scoop up? I guess it might have a section with different sized holes or slots where the smaller bricks fall through and the bigger ones pass over and fall through further ahead. Quote
Ngoc Nguyen Posted May 29, 2016 Posted May 29, 2016 (edited) The mine truck doesn't have the engine. Its rail changes from black to yellow, and its front grill changes from grey to dark blue, probably to match the BWE's colors. And the B model got some drastic redesign. The prelim B model: https://c2.staticfli...7ffd83ce2_b.jpg Edited May 29, 2016 by nguyengiangoc Quote
Konsta90 Posted May 29, 2016 Posted May 29, 2016 B model looks better now - more detailed. I like it. Quote
Beard Posted May 29, 2016 Posted May 29, 2016 I also have to say I really like the B-model now. It's almost evil to design a B-model that goes so well woth the A-model. I have to consider bying two. Quote
Ngoc Nguyen Posted May 29, 2016 Posted May 29, 2016 In the B model, right above the stair leading from the ground there is a connector with a red bush. That's probably the gear shifting knob. Quote
legobeast73 Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 this might be seen as a repeat or frivolous question but is there a retail price in USD yet for 42055?? Quote
Kman860 Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 The mine truck doesn't have the engine. Its rail changes from black to yellow, and its front grill changes from grey to dark blue, probably to match the BWE's colors. And the B model got some drastic redesign. The prelim B model: https://c2.staticfli...7ffd83ce2_b.jpg I wouldn't call that drastic... Quote
Brick-Nick Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 In the B model, right above the stair leading from the ground there is a connector with a red bush. That's probably the gear shifting knob. Nicely spotted ! this might be seen as a repeat or frivolous question but is there a retail price in USD yet for 42055?? You may want to check this : http://brickset.com/sets/42055-1/Bucket-Wheel-Excavator Quote
Rygar Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 The more I look these modesl (A and B), the more I feel astonished. They are beautiful, well detailed, bulky and seem really funny to play. The only thing I think it needs improvements, is the "manual" arm lifting mechanism. I hope there is the space to install a motor. Quote
Ngoc Nguyen Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 I wouldn't call that drastic... The right conveyor belt got a lot more reinforcement, and the outriggers in the prelim model are gone. I'd say that is quite drastic Quote
dimaks13 Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 The right conveyor belt got a lot more reinforcement, and the outriggers in the prelim model are gone. I'd say that is quite drastic Also the frame changed a lot. Quote
Kim72 Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 Gonna need more euros on my bank account, it's going to be an expensive (LEGO) summer Quote
Kman860 Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 The right conveyor belt got a lot more reinforcement, and the outriggers in the prelim model are gone. I'd say that is quite drastic Also the frame changed a lot. Yeah, I guess you are right, I've never been that great at finding differences though :laugh: Quote
hsky Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 I haven't found the mine truck on package until now It's in the background on the hill :laugh: It's very small on the package. Quote
Beard Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 I haven't found the mine truck on package until now It's in the background on the hill :laugh: It's very small on the package. And on the right-side where the PF are too. Quote
dr_spock Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 I haven't found the mine truck on package until now It's in the background on the hill :laugh: It's very small on the package. I think it is neat the way they added the mining truck to the open pit mine scene on the box. Clever of use of perspective to show an actual smaller scaled model. It works too since giant mining dump trucks would look small in the distance road going down into a very large open pit mine. Quote
GoldVillage Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 If you look closely to the new Version of the 42035 in 42055, you will see, there is no engine in there. I would say, there are no small chains in the 42055 Nice spotted. Never thinked of that...so if no need to use gears for the rear tire(s), then they could have add another pair of tires. Also after a closer look theres alot of changes that has been made all over the truck. Quote
andrewganschow Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 I can only imagine what this beast will look like when replace the false lights with pf lights, or a different light source, digging bricks at night, then make it full RC so I can clean a path in my Legos to the bathroom. Quote
deathman20 Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 I really like the look of the B-Model as well. Considering that I was part of a design team at a company that was making something very similar to that. Might be a better buy than the Porsche. Quote
Ngoc Nguyen Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 Considering that I was part of a design team at a company that was making something very similar to that. If so, do you have any suggestion for how the B model can perform the brick sorting function? I can't figure it out... Quote
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