Thread: caterpillar tractor

It's really looking the part now, John. You make it look easy.
Great work. I don't know how you guys manage the tiny parts like the manifold, oil pump etc., along with the smaller details of the track mechanism like adjusting bolts, not to mention the track links themselves.
Another really good WIP.

WOW .... The detail is unbelievable. Track adjusters and the arch of the bonnet .... fantastic detail and skill. The 'polish' on the exhaust manifold is just brilliant on my screen.

Just love it ...

Greg

John I am lost for words ,I could not do it, it is just a brilliant model .to me it looks as though you have painted the real model to look like wood.

Eddie

Fantastic! That exhaust manifold is just so sexy. I hope I can make the headers on my engine even close to yours. Bret

The cat finally finished, special thanks to Mel (diamondt) for sketches and general information on the 2 Ton caterpillar that he made.
I'm pleased the way the tracks worked out, just a push along the carpet and they rotate very easily. regards John.

Originally Posted by nine fingers

The cat finally finished, special thanks to Mel (diamondt) for sketches and general information on the 2 Ton caterpillar that he made.
I'm pleased the way the tracks worked out, just a push along the carpet and they rotate very easily. regards John.

Magnificent workmanship John.... That's one beautifully detailed model, very well done, Cheers, crowie

Mate ... !!!!!

Jealous and envious I may be ... But you and DiamondT are right up there on top of the pile with those bloody Stage Coach Builders.

Its a very very beautiful piece and I find myself gaping at it. It commands admiration. I was showing this Trax-tor to Julie last night in its unfinished state.

Wonderful Skilled Work !!!!!

My admiration ... Greg

Another great model John. Very nice work.

If I made it, besides not looking half as good, I reckon the tracks would never turn.

I keep looking at those seat cushions for some reason. Only a detail, I know, but they really do look soft.
Overall, a great finish.

Again, fantastic John. Right up there with the Rolls. Hope to see it in real life soon.

John it's all been said a magnificent model.

Eddie

Beautiful work John built to an astonishing standard.

First of all , a big thank you to model makers , Steve, Greg, Eddie, Bret, Mel, Eldery, bj383ss, who have I missed?, I don't know any of them personally but with the work they do gives me the inspiration to keep making scale models. Just as a matter of interest , 9 varieties timber used , over 500 separate bits . until next model , cheers John.

You can beat an egg but you can't beat a beautifully made wooden Caterpillar..

Absolute magic John!!!

Very very well done,a true work of art.
David.