[MOC] High Capacity Forklift - Minifig Scale for City / Town

[LennyRhys]

Hello everybody.

It's been a while since I've had a chance to set aside the time to complete a project like this, and I wanted to continue with my established theme of large construction / industry vehicles in minifig scale  This forklift first existed as a very large (and fully motorised) technic model that I posted to the forum a few years ago - click.

(My other two large scale projects are on the shelf above me as I type:  the Monster Miner and Large Excavator, in case anyone is interested.)

This particular model has the following features:

• Three-stage telescoping mast
• Auto-locking mast tilt
• Adjustable fork width - 4 studs to 7 studs
• Steering via knob at the back
• Cab shift, also auto-locking
• Double front wheels for heavy loading
• Engine detail accessible via opening door / hood
• Concealed storage compartment for tools

Please excuse the quality of the photos; I had to take these with my phone in natural light as I currently don't have access to a camera.

All functions are (of course) manually operated, so I had to use extra pieces to fix the mast in the fully extended position.  This model is A LOT of fun to play with, and the mast extends very high... around 25 studs fork height.

 

[Feuer Zug]

Great design. I love all the functionality you've incorporated into this forklift. Having a motor in there as well makes it perfect. Kudos.