ScaleART - Assembling a MAN TGX/XL 6x6 tractor & Trailer

[Rakthi]

Yup, the Tatra is indeed gathering dust ... for some reason the cats love to sit on it.





Mhmm Version 3 ... didn't know that. They have obtained the official licensing from Tatra too.

Looks like your list of projects to start is getting longer too

[Rakthi]

Had some time and did a quick install of the electronic support module.

First the bottom plate goes in. Didn't have to cut or file anything, fitted like a charm.



This bottom plate bolts on to the 2 holders installed a while back.



Then follows the rear box that will hold the battery and electrical distribution board



When doing the final install, the 4 pieces have to be bend over. Then a screw through it to bolt onto the bottom plate.



Following step is bolting one plate on each side to the stainless steel plate that holds the air filter and locking mechanism of the rear of the cab.

Forgot to take a picture of it because getting those plates in place was colourful language moment.

Then followed by a tray so there are 2 levels for the electronics. So plenty of room compared to the Arocs.



Bottom supposed to hold the ECS, receiver and sound module, the top level the light module. Since I have the Commander bus system, I don't have a light module. Plenty of room.



Also straightened the front bumper by lengthening the bars on the front coupling.



Picture of the back so I know what needs painting





Now take the lot apart, paint and re-assemble adding all the missing bits like servos, cables, propshafts etc ... still need to come up with a solution for the rear lights too.

Might be a while for an update ...

[Prop Shaft]

Originally Posted by Rakthi

Yup, the Tatra is indeed gathering dust ... for some reason the cats love to sit on it.


Mhmm Version 3 ... didn't know that. They have obtained the official licensing from Tatra too.

Looks like your list of projects to start is getting longer too

The cats are hilarious. Think they would stay put if it was in motion? Lol

The v3 has an over hauled drive train, seems to be geared lower now wich is good. Im definitely going to grab one at some point. Then what to do with my v2...

My lists of projects is eclipsing my available time. I have my eye on the Ural from Cross, as well as a bin full of parts for a 1:10 Man Kat scratch build.... Oh yeah, and I have a tote full of parts for a Bruiser based Hilux that I havent had time to touch either.... I keep telling myself "soon" I'll get to these other builds.

What are your plans for the Man?

[Rakthi]

Plans for the TGX ... decided to replace the air suspension with a leaf suspension. The air suspension is not going to work in our back lot.

Next will be painting, am tempted to start on the trailer, but already have a bit of a problem keeping track of the small bits and pieces I will need to install when re-assembling.

The trailer promises to be an interesting piece to assemble.



On the Tatra V2, I am sure you can sell that one easy. Been thinking of selling mine, but the shipping from Malaysia would be rather expensive ...

Found CAPOs Facebook page, looks indeed like they beefed up the whole drive train, better suspension (seems they are working on a working airbag one too), included an interior for the cab, each axle separate differential lock, more details (guess part of the licensing agreement) and different load area.

https://www.facebook.com/Caporacing/...63920540393392

Interesting ... but I'll pass on this one ... saving up for a CAT 963D track loader ...

[Prop Shaft]

Yeah its more about the scale for me, I love the scale art offerings but I find the scale on the small side for my tastes. And since theres really nothing else in the 1:10 scale market, I find myself limited for offerings. Still love following your builds tho so keep the updates coming!

[Rakthi]

Guess I'm kind of committed to the 1:14.5 scale at the moment, the Tatra is kind of the white elephant. That new versions sure looks like it will be value for the money!

Now trying to remember where I put the thin brass plate so I can sort out the rear lights of the TGX.

[Rakthi]

After fiddling around with bits of paper trying to get some way to fix the rear lights to the fender I realised I could actually use the provided supports.

Just a matter of having the left one on the right and the right one on the left



So now it is simple a matter of cutting off the excess bits and drilling two holes so I can bolt it to the fender. Should work.



I'll stick with this unless I get a better idea.