Saberwing40k Posted February 7, 2015 a new video that probably all of you have already seen and though this may have been pointed out already, when you pause the video at 2:20 though it seems vague it is a 99.99% possibility that a Straight-6 (Inline-6/ I-6) engine is resting under what seems to be a new variant of the turn table, can anyone confirm if those yellow bricks resting before the third pair of wheels are reserve air tanks for the pneumatic system? I also like to point it out that (again if it has been posted in this discussion forgive me) the HOG steering is through the pair of beacon lights I kept watching how the guy steered it and both moved, it is the cleanest version of Lego's HOG steering system for it's Technic sets. No, those pieces are wheel chocks. However, it would be nice if it had an air tank. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrPaulo23 Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) No, those pieces are wheel chocks. However, it would be nice if it had an air tank. I would have loved if those were such, having an air tank would save battery power and from my standpoint will slowdown the L-Motor's deterioration process. Any final confirmation though if it's a Straight-6 resting under the turntable? Edited February 7, 2015 by MrPaulo23 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrJB Posted February 7, 2015 What's the 'big' deal about whether it's a 4 or 6 IL engine? I have so many of those engine blocks that I don't know what to do with. Or is the debate more about authenticity? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Milan Posted February 7, 2015 What's the 'big' deal about whether it's a 4 or 6 IL engine? I have so many of those engine blocks that I don't know what to do with. Or is the debate more about authenticity? Real Arocs has 6 cylinder engine, so people wants same in the technic model. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrPaulo23 Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) Yes it's also the authenticity since this a licensed set, the Unimog was an exception because they have standard 4-cylinders especially the U4023/5023 variants only the UGN series Unimogs U423/523 carry 6 as their optional engine, the Arocs like the Zetros, Actros, Axor, Econic, Atego and probably a couple of G-Wagens carry Straight-6 units so having the Arocs 3245 set with a Straight-6 is very logical and necessary. It will be longggg wait before our speculations can even be cleared. What's the 'big' deal about whether it's a 4 or 6 IL engine? I have so many of those engine blocks that I don't know what to do with. Or is the debate more about authenticity? Mate the technical data of the Arocs on Daimler-Benz's press release back in 2013 and the official website shows its a 6-cylinder beast so it having 4 cylinder is going to be a problem among purists like me unless someone has no clue MB makes trucks too then it's okay, then again it's a toy set AFOLs sure have pieces in handy when this set arrives, my main argument is that wouldn't this set be more presentable and fun if that Straight 6 is underneath between the cab and the turntable? Edited February 7, 2015 by MrPaulo23 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
technicfan Posted February 7, 2015 Is it just me or does it look like the crane arm has alot of flex in it like it isn't very strong, In alot of pictures the crane arm seems to be on a slight angle?, also when he pushes the truck with his hand it just twists. Also hopefully it has a good tipping angle on the bin, apart from that looks awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jennifer Clark Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) The pickup truck is a uniquely American concept (they don't exist in Europe) and we have 42029. Correct. I imagine the nearest British equivalent would be the Ford Transit van, which in many ways is the same thing but with a covered load area. That's the British weather for you :-) Pickups do exist here, but they are rare, and the ones I've seen appear very high end. I gather the USA pickup is a utilitarian beast. I can't wait to get this model BTW, definitely on the Christmas list. Jennifer Edited February 7, 2015 by Jennifer Clark Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrPaulo23 Posted February 7, 2015 Correct. I imagine the nearest British equivalent would be the Ford Transit van, which in many ways is the same thing but with a covered load area. That's the British weather for you :-) Pickups do exist here, but they are rare, and the ones I've seen appear very high end. I gather the USA pickup is a utilitarian beast. I can't wait to get this model BTW, definitely on the Christmas list. Jennifer Land Rover had the Defender 127 and 130 pickup trucks too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougstar Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) this is very popular here in south africa "toyota hilux" pickup there many make and model of pickup here not just usa Edited February 7, 2015 by dougstar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrPaulo23 Posted February 7, 2015 Could it really be, the first video posted on this topic just shows 4 exposed cylinders but underneath that turntable/ crane arm unit could be another 2 cylinders? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmi Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) It's very likely that there are 2 more cylinders hidden beneath the battery box. Makes a L6 then. They obviously have enough space for a L6. Edited February 7, 2015 by Emmi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickael Posted February 7, 2015 Oh they DO exist :) Nissan Navara or Mitsubishi L200: There is also the TOYOTA Hilux and Isuzu : Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrPaulo23 Posted February 7, 2015 It's very likely that there are 2 more cylinders hidden beneath the battery box. Makes a L6 then. They obviously have enough space for a L6. They had the turntable lifted which makes space, I'm still inspecting the latest video from 2:20 - 2:25. Really wish this is an L6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conor Hyland Posted February 7, 2015 Could it really be, the first video posted on this topic just shows 4 exposed cylinders but underneath that turntable/ crane arm unit could be another 2 cylinders? It's a straight 6 for sure - no doubt about it. Have a look at this video and stop it where I have it queued (2:23): We can clearly see 2 and a bit cylinders in front of battery box (4.5 studs). Now count the studs back between the front of the engine and back to and including the HOG steering vertical shaft (10 studs). Now look at this video and stop it where I have it queued (2:36): Here you can clearly see one more cylinder (6th cylinder) behind the HOG vertical shaft and underneath the turntable. 10 studs = 5 cylinders + the one we can see here = 6 straight cylinders. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andythenorth Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) I'm with Conor, I think there are more than 4 cylinders there. That's based on counting studs, but because of the camera angles, I could be counting wrong. 4, 5, or 6, doesn't really matter to me, to me it's a nice toy either way, but eh. Edited February 7, 2015 by andythenorth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidmull Posted February 7, 2015 Who cares about the dam cylinder s it's a fake engine :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alasdair Ryan Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) Who cares about the dam cylinder s it's a fake engine :( Really....what else do you expect look to add to a engine in that scale? Edited February 7, 2015 by Alasdair Ryan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andythenorth Posted February 7, 2015 Who cares about the dam cylinder s it's a fake engine :( Silly David. You can see who cares, they keep posting in these threads. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrPaulo23 Posted February 7, 2015 I think most of us care, because Lego was able to squeeze a dummy V8 on the 8258 and a V6 on the 8285, Technic sets that are somewhat of close scale to this upcoming 42043, I'll stick with my argument, yes it's a toy regardless of whether someone else will care if it's a 4 or a 6 inline engine on it wouldn't it be more compelling for this set and scale if it's got a Straight-6? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
__________________________ Posted February 7, 2015 Has anyone started making an LDraw file for this set yet? Would love to see it reverse engineered :thumbup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidmull Posted February 7, 2015 There more than likely is a 6 cylinder u just can't see it. There not going to put a 4 cylinder in a model this size. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barman Posted February 7, 2015 Very nice work! But I wonder about one thing though: As the new rail is meant to be used with the new gear rack, what are the options to mount a gear that will interact with the rack? I mean, there are no holes or mounting points on the top of the end of the rail to brace the gear. (I hope you understand what I mean). It can be done using the 2 pinholes in the front, but it will look a bit bulky. I will make a drawing on how you could do this with a 12t double bevel gear. This will be somewhere in the weekend. Like promised. Sliding beam gear attechment by Barman76, on Flickr Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conor Hyland Posted February 7, 2015 This is a much needed part and will indeed come in handy for boom extensions and outriggers. The front outriggers on 8258 look rather flimsy IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N-4K0 Posted February 7, 2015 Those new crane arm extension parts look really handy, they give the crane a more realistic look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Erik Leppen Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) I think it's a stupid single-purpose POOP in a non-reusable color and with very limited connection options, but I seem to be a minority so far. Edit: I mean the red box. The gray extender looks somewhat useful to me. But nothing the existing 13L gear rack can't do, except be a little longer. Edited February 7, 2015 by Erik Leppen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
