Thirdwigg Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 It seems like all of my MOCs are being finished during the month of March. I present a Large Scale version of the Kalmar 180-9 forklift. I started this MOC last July, and after completing a number of other distractions, it's done. I'm please with the result. All pictures may be found on Flickr. The MOC features: Dual Stage Lift, PF L Forklift Tilt, PF M Steering, PF Servo Drive, PF XL Opening Doors Removable bodywork The lift is able to move three AA PF battery boxes (~600grams) to the height of 39 studs. Much more at thirdwigg.com. Photo Photo 2 Lift Chassis Open Enjoy, and happy building. Quote
TheItalianBrick Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 As I love heavy forklift I can only say this is wonderfully executed! Tidy and works well!! I also like the mix between studless and sudded design! Well done!!! Quote
2LegoOrNot2Lego... Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 This is a very nice creation you build yourself, well done!!!! :thumbup: May I ask what scale it represents? Quote
Sariel Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 Excellent build! It seems like all of my MOCs are being finished during the month of March. Oh, how I envy you :) Quote
Skandinavc FH Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 Functions are a bit too fast but still awesome model ! Quote
KirTech LAB Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 Excellent model! The photos are very nice! Quote
Thirdwigg Posted March 14, 2016 Author Posted March 14, 2016 Thanks all for your comments. I'm pleased with how it turned out. May I ask what scale it represents? It's about 1:16 scale. Roughly. Oh, how I envy you :) Don't envy me. March just happened to be a little lucky. or I prioritized a bunch of projects that have been sitting dormant for a while. Since I am finishing everything now, I might not have anything done for the next couple of months. We'll see. Quote
jorgeopesi Posted March 14, 2016 Posted March 14, 2016 I like it very much but there is one thing, it has very little ground clearance, I would raise all mechanisms one stud if I colud. Quote
Thirdwigg Posted March 15, 2016 Author Posted March 15, 2016 it has very little ground clearance, I would raise all mechanisms one stud if I colud. I agree. I found myself making the choice between a low clearance and a motor on the fork boom. I found the choice I made to be a little cleaner. Quote
2LegoOrNot2Lego... Posted March 15, 2016 Posted March 15, 2016 It's about 1:16 scale. Roughly. Well that is great, fits my trucks quite perfect! Great to have it as load someday to fit my lowboy trailer...!!! :thumbup: Quote
Thirdwigg Posted March 15, 2016 Author Posted March 15, 2016 Well that is great, fits my trucks quite perfect! Great to have it as load someday to fit my lowboy trailer...!!! :thumbup: Let me know when you are in the states. We'll have a little get together. I don't plan to be in the Netherlands anytime soon, but if that changes, I'll bring it along. Quote
Pat-Ard Posted March 15, 2016 Posted March 15, 2016 (edited) Very nice forklift! too bad it isn't in 1:12.5 :( otherwise it would fit my Mogs :) Edited March 15, 2016 by Pat-Ard Quote
nerdsforprez Posted March 16, 2016 Posted March 16, 2016 For someone who has been playing alot recently with Lego Technic cranes lifting other things I can firmly say that 600 grams for a fork lift is really, really awesome. Great looks AND great function. Great job. Quote
2LegoOrNot2Lego... Posted March 16, 2016 Posted March 16, 2016 Let me know when you are in the states. We'll have a little get together. I don't plan to be in the Netherlands anytime soon, but if that changes, I'll bring it along. Deal... Let us keep that in mind for sure!!! :thumbup: That really would be so nice... Quote
agrof Posted March 16, 2016 Posted March 16, 2016 Great job again, I like the steering geometry! Quote
Paul B Technic Posted March 17, 2016 Posted March 17, 2016 I LOVE this, such a great level of detail. Quote
Thirdwigg Posted March 17, 2016 Author Posted March 17, 2016 I LOVE this, such a great level of detail. Thanks. Great job again, I like the steering geometry! Yeah, it was a simple solution, but it was pretty effective for getting a tight turning radius from the Servo motor. Quote
AFOLegofan66 Posted March 18, 2016 Posted March 18, 2016 I really like the look of your MOC great job!! Quote
BusterHaus Posted March 18, 2016 Posted March 18, 2016 You have changed my mind about the mini chain links. I rarely use them because I have doubts about their strength, but your forklift is turning me around. Great performance and a nice build, too. Quote
Thirdwigg Posted March 19, 2016 Author Posted March 19, 2016 Yeah, I was surprised by how much the chain links would. The were the perfect solution. Quote
Thirdwigg Posted June 30, 2017 Author Posted June 30, 2017 I have completed instructions for this model, which now posted on Flickr.com. Build your heart out. Some day I'll finish the part list, but don't hold your breath. Quote
grum64 Posted June 30, 2017 Posted June 30, 2017 Excellent build Thank you for sharing the instructions. Quote
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