For Lego World 2009 in the Netherlands I wanted to make a remote controlled version of the Crane Truck (8258). It seemed pretty easy, after all, it’s a pretty big truck, right? Well, I had underestimated the amount of space the gears and all the bevels take up.
In addition to the 4 powered functions in the original model, I wanted to be able to drive and steer the truck. That meant a total of 6 PF motors; 5 small ones and one large one for the rear wheels.
I ripped out all of the intricate gears and gear boxes that were housed in the middle. The original model really is a work of art, truly worthy of being the 2009 flagship. I felt a little bad for undoing such a wonderful complex design but it had to be done, I guess. I took some pictures while building it and some afterwards (I just removed some pieces to show the inside). Click on them for a larger version.
I’ve also made a video of the whole thing so you can see it move. If you click on the video, it’ll open it in YouTube and you can watch the HQ/HD version. Enjoy!
Hoi Xander,
bedankt voor de link.
Perfect gemodificeerd model. Goede foto`s!
Hier kan ik heel wat inspiratie uit halen…
Groeten,
Patrick
Comment by Patrick — November 15, 2009 @ 12:38 |
WOW that is amazing. I don’t understand how you can fit all those motors in there. When i try to make something RC it failed (you can see my attempt on youtube). Well it worked but just looked ugly this looks like it was meant to be…good job
Comment by Hamza — November 24, 2009 @ 19:50 |