The slightly curved shape of the tracks as they hang from the raised drive sprocket look great and each track pad has bolt fixing and grouser detailing. The track frames pivot with the individual linked metal track pads rotating smoothly, thanks to the fully working track tensioning system and modelled track rollers. Some of the finer details on the model include the integrated work lights with glass lenses on the front and rear corners of the upper deck along with painted lenses on the front of the engine compartment. The castings are crisp with panel and bolt detailing all visible and a good quality period accurate paint finish which helps to highlight the casting details. A large radiator is hidden behind the photo-etched front grille, topped by the dominant twin exhaust stacks and air intakes rising from the bonnet. ![]() The open engine compartment features a replicated D348 V12 diesel engine block with photo-etched heat shields fitted to the two exhaust pipes below the bonnet. The surfaces of the upper deck have a very fine textured pattern cast into them, simulating the anti-slip panelling of the full sized machine. The grab rails are accurately scaled and fitted to the front cab frame and around the ROPS support structure. The fully enclosed cab has a replicated interior with ROPs structure, fire extinguisher and highlighted rubber window seals and wipers for total realism. ![]() Initially released with a single exhaust stack, the twin stack version replaced it in 1980 and CCM have now released an accurate 1:48th scale replica of this iconic machine. ![]() The Caterpillar D10 was the first machine released with the elevated final drive sprocket and at the time, was the largest and most productive of any dozer. Caterpillar D10 Track-Type Tractor "Twin Stack"
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