Caterpillar Roller Kid's toy transformation

[ti]

I did a similar transformation with front loader, also a kid's toy from New Ray. Here are pics of the front loader before and after to refresh your memories:

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Now this trip it is a Caterpillar Roller CB224E from Bruder. I converted this model with scratch built and some commercial parts. Removed cast parts by grinding them off and replacing them with parts. I think pics say a thousand words. Enjoy:

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After:

[gatormarcstaug]

I like it. You did a real nice job on the weathering as well.
I've been eying those Bruder toys as well, to use as loads.

Gator

[ti]

I am thinking of doing another one but a heavy modified truck version maybe. Have not decided yet.

[slurrydog]

Very nice
Dave

[ti]

Thanks Dave.

[78KW]

Pretty cool. What scale are these?

[ti]

Thanks Ray. The Loader is 1/32 and the Compact Roller is 1/16.

[truckabilly]

Awesome job in transforming a toy in the classy model. Weathering is one of your great skills, this is just another proof.

Jarda

[ti]

Thanks Jarda. I kinda like dirty vehicles.

[muleskinner]

Nice job on the roller. I've been eyeing some of those toys which would make good platforms for logging conversions, for my logging collection.

[ti]

Thanks William. These toys do have potential to look good if the effort is taken.