AWD CAT Dump truck

[Technivor]

Hi everyone, I am pleased today to present you the latest changes to my Caterpillar Ct660: the most important being is that I managed to pass the frame with single propulsion from Ingmar (2legoornot2lego) to a 6x6 chassis! It took me a while to get there, but I ended up doing it by completely redesigning the rear axles. The second change is the addition of a dump bed, which was not at all clear but has been greatly facilitated by the new configuration of the rear axles.

For my truck I was inspired by Ingmar's trucks and thanks to him because this is the first time I am able to keep one of my moc as long (for 9 months). Normally they stay nearly 3 to 4 months assembled!

Functions

Steering done by a servo-motor connected with two universal joints to the front axle;

Propulsion: motor-XL> 12t / 20t-> 12t / 20t / differential;

LA (tipper): m-motor-> 8t / 24t-> LA

The bucket is operated by a switch hidden in a control panel:

For the aesthetics of the dump I opted for something simple, that is to say, square edges. And visually, it goes well with the design of the truck.

Here are more photos:

Fo now I'm petty satisfied with the result of my truck

Feel free to ask questions and give feedback. On this good day to all!

[9 fingers]

Realy god work. The front Gril. Amazing design.

[jorgeopesi]

I agree very good work.

[Kiwi_Builder]

Good work, I would love to know how you built that driven front axle.

[2LegoOrNot2Lego...]

Very nice buddy, it is looking good...

[Technivor]

Thanks to all for your comments! And for I will make instructions for the frame.

[Sylvian]

The truck evolved really well. Really cool!

[M_longer]

Are you going to upload a video? I am curious how it works.

Edited June 18, 2016 by M_longer

[Technivor]

Hi M_longer!

Here's the video:

http://www.youtube.c...vYj5BythZWjix2w

And a photo dating from weeks:

Edited June 19, 2016 by Technivor

[jorgeopesi]

Nice movement I like your sandvik loader.

[1711902090]

Like your engine and interior ! Nice truck !

[Technivor]

Hello guys, today I have news about my truck I've finaly been able to make a 8x8 frame for my CAT and probably my future trucks. Some changes has been done on the design I'v completely remade the hood and the cab because I did not like the look!

Here are the pictures that shows the redesigned Hood and cab on my new 8x8 chassis:

Here is my new 6 cylinder engine.

This is all for today I will upload new photos when I will have finish my dump truck!

Comments are welcome like always and if you have qestions just post!

[Imanol BB]

It looks awesome, good as the first version, nice work.

[2LegoOrNot2Lego...]

This is absolutely impressive my friend, job well done! Always nice to see how my models influenced your builds and that you go your own way with things...excellent!

Love how you used shock absorbers for you suspension, very cool! Also nice that's 8x8, it must be very powerful!

I really think the colors are much better then your first version... Are you intend to keep it this way, or do you have plans to make it a little cleaner?

Edited August 5, 2016 by 2LegoOrNot2Lego...

[Jurss]

For me front first version looked better. Sorry.

Anyway good work.

[Kiwi_Builder]

That looks awesome mate I can't wait to see it with the bin on, cheers for the instructions

[Technivor]

Thanks for all your comments!

Ingmar, what do you mean by "cleaner"

Jurss me too but when I check on 3d models of the ct660 from side the front grill seems to be flat but on pictures it seems curved!

Kiwibuider, you're welcome!

[Kiwi_Builder]

The photos are just making it look curved, if you look at it from the side you'll see that it's flat:

Sorry about image size, it's from Google Images

Edited August 5, 2016 by Kiwi_Builder

[2LegoOrNot2Lego...]

Ingmar, what do you mean by "cleaner"

There are these Black lines and at the back of the cabine there is some Red. Are these on purpose? IMHO these color details do not add much...so I was wondering...

[Technivor]

Hi guys!

Today I have finish my 8x8 dump truck!

The reason why it takes so long is that I’ve started another project for the TC10 one or two weeks ago so the Cat has been put on a break, but now I’ve been able to complete it, so lets the photos talk:

Battery access:

Tipping bed operator:

Spare tire and ladder access:

An a bonus: an engine crane

In action:

A video will come but not before a month because I have to move for my studies so it will take a moment to make this video.

Here is my truck ready for the travel

So a always if you have a comment or if you ave a question don't forget to post.

Have a good day!

Edited August 17, 2016 by Technivor

[2LegoOrNot2Lego...]

A cool and complete build my friend...I love it!!!

Looking forward to see the video to find out how it works...