[MOC] Compact Log Loader

[Technonsense]

Hi Eurobricks!

I would like to share my newest creation with you: a log loader. It is roughly based on a Skogger loader.

It has four RC functions:

   - propulsion

   - steering

   - boom

   - grabber

A XL motor is geared down 3:1 to give the four wheels a descent speed and power:

I used a servo motor for the steering:

The boom is controlled by a M motor via 2 mini LAs.

The grabber is also controlled by a M motor and uses a worm gear on two 16t gears.

Because the body is only 8 studs at its widest, I had to use a custom 9V battery. 

Finally the video:

Please leave a comment and tell me what you think!

[jwarner]

Impressive how many motors you've crammed into here! Do you ever have issues with the IR signal with both your receivers facing inward like that?

[1gor]

I suppose it is some autonomous version, because I can not see drivers cab. Otherwise it is interesting build 

[AFOLegofan66]

This is what I call a real compact moc!

[M_longer]

Just now, I_Igor said:

I suppose it is some autonomous version, because I can not see drivers cab.

This is a Skogger, which was used as inspiration.
It does have a cab:

[1gor]

Just now, M_longer said:

This is a Skogger, which was used as inspiration.
It does have a cab:

...and you made beautiful 42081 C model inspired with it, if I remember correctly

[M_longer]

27 minutes ago, I_Igor said:

...and you made beautiful 42081 C model inspired with it, if I remember correctly

Aha :)

[Jurss]

Looks more like some gigantic loader then, if we consider cabin scale to wheels.

Motor pacinkg is impressive, also that everything is remotely controlled, including grabber.

[Technonsense]

22 hours ago, jwarner said:

 Do you ever have issues with the IR signal with both your receivers facing inward like that?

No, I just have to keep the remote above or behind the vehicle.

[1gor]

23 hours ago, M_longer said:

Aha :)

Sorry for late response, but it is more "natural" to have tractor tires on forest equipment than tire with street pattern.

[mocbuild101]

At first I was thinking "that looks really nice", and then I realized it was motorized...