I have now completed construction on the M123A1C 10-ton Mack tractor. The basis for the model is the old Revell/Renwall 1/32 5-ton wrecker. I used the forward cab and front fenders and hood. Mated the back of the Italeri M925 cab. Also used the wrecker frame and rear running gear, with Tamiya Dragon Wagon front axle. Also used Dragon Wagon tires, fifth wheel and many small accessory parts. Wheels are from 1/25th truck kit, sanded down to fit. All other parts are scratch built. Here are the photos:
Next is converting the M15 Dragon Wagon trailer to a M15A1 version by widening and strengthening it to go with the truck. Sorry for the photo quality, cheap camera. Let me know what you think.
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Major_Goose
Kikladhes, Greece / Ελλάδα Joined: September 30, 2003
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it seems that you have done a heavy scratch - convert job there master of welding. But the pictures dont leave us to enjoy it. Next shooting more clear please so we can steel the details
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Captain94
California, United States Joined: October 06, 2002
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Posted: Wednesday, February 04, 2004 - 10:20 AM UTC
I'll add to Goose's observation for the photos. Your truck looks like it's a great start to your project, but I can't see the truck as well as I want to!
please keep us informed on your progress!!
animal
Joined: December 15, 2002
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Posted: Wednesday, February 04, 2004 - 04:15 PM UTC
Looking good so far from what I can see in the photos. The air breather on the left side is missing so I attached this photo of the Lil Abner ten ton sothat you can see how it is attached. I will look for some photos of the tractor for refs for you if you like. It shows that you have put a lot of effort into this project. Keep us posted on the progress. Cheers
Dave
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HeavyArty
Florida, United States Joined: May 16, 2002
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Posted: Wednesday, February 04, 2004 - 07:06 PM UTC
Animal, I thought the same about the air filter/breather on the left side. However, I have seen photos of it present and missing. The blueprints and photos from Mack Museum don't have it either, therefore, I left it off. Not sure if it was a lter mod or not.
Field Artillery --- The KING of BATTLE!!!
"People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." -- George Orwell