Fine Art Models 1:32 Scale BRASS Bucyrus-Erie 250 ton Crane
The 1:32 scale, limited edition Bucyrus-Erie Crane is made entirely of brass with scale, 42-strand stainless steel cables. All of the doors and hatches open to reveal what belongs behind them. To enable the crane to lift loads, the chassis has been made from a solid piece of billet brass. When lifting light loads, the crane can be anchored to the rails with the use of special clamps. When lifting heavy loads, outriggers (in the center and at the ends of each platform) all telescope out. In addition, six jackscrews, positioned on timbers, stabilize the crane. Perhaps the most ingenious feature of this crane is that when any function takes place, the twin steam pistons function and the gear assemblies rotate - just as they did on the real crane (the winding drums are operated by miniature Swiss-made motors located inside the drums). The traction motors for the carriage are all in their correct locations.
When at a wreck site, the crane was expected to lift everything from freight car trucks (for replacement on wrecked cars) to locomotives. Each item lifted required different attachments and rigs. In addition, to move the crane to the site, an idler car was required to take up the space occupied by the boom. This also served as a place for storing the lifting equipment required. Fine Art Models made the idler car, however it is not included.
Also included with each Crane is a sound system synchronized to the steam-operated crane in action. It also has a lifting whistle, which must be blown before a load is lifted. The model is digitally controlled via signals sent through the rails from the control box. Encoders located in the crane read the signal and the desired function occurs. The crane can move forward and in reverse, raise and lower its two lifting hooks, and raise, lower and rotate the boom. And the boom work-lights can be turned on and off from the same control box.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-8: Like New based on visual appearance. Two screws are loose form the chassis preventing the shell from sitting securely on the chassis -- the crews will be provided for application. The wheels on the end of the boom show some light wear and signs of light previous use. The wooden base has some splintering and discoloration on the surface -- please handle this piece carefully. The instruction manual is included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Like New.
Condition: Like New (C-8) Operational Status:Functional Original Box: No
Manufacturer: Fine Art Models Model Number: 250ton Road Name: **** No Road Name
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