[WIP] Snow Groomer- 42055 C model (PLOW + REAR IMPLEMENT)

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

Alright, time to build something that I am very excited to do... a 42055 C model. I thought a snow groomer would be the perfect topic. The model will have the following functions:

- Snowplow lifting (PF)

- Crane rotation (PF)

- Crane lifting (PF)

- Rear "grooming tool" lifting (PF)

- Each track, individually controlled by a multidirectional gearbox to allow drive and steering (PF)

- Snowplow steering (Manual)

- Pendular bogie suspension

The build begins with a sturdy frame.

So that's it for now- hope you enjoy, please leave a comment. Thank you!

BbBT

Edited February 4, 2018 by BrickbyBrickTechnic

[1gor]

that would be huge groomer 

my suggestion is to make transverse frames more sturdy with this for upcoming "bodywork" 

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

1 hour ago, I_Igor said:

that would be huge groomer 

my suggestion is to make transverse frames more sturdy with this for upcoming "bodywork" 

Yes, it will be. I'll try to use those where it is necessary.

[Jurss]

tracks will be too narrow for snow groomer.

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

3 hours ago, Jurss said:

tracks will be too narrow for snow groomer.

You'll just have to live with that. It was either a small model that was too wide or this.

[offroadcreations]

Looking solid so far!  I also happen to be starting a 42055 C-model. I'm excited to see what you do with the set.

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

2 hours ago, Offroadcreat1ons said:

Looking solid so far!  I also happen to be starting a 42055 C-model. I'm excited to see what you do with the set.

Thanks! Looking forward to seeing your model as well. 

[1gor]

21 hours ago, BrickbyBrickTechnic said:

Yes, it will be. I'll try to use those where it is necessary.

that is the best use of 6 x 4 liftarms 

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

How about a nice big complex gearbox?

Well, that's it for now.

[schraubedrin]

That's a really cool project.

Have you tested the gearbox under load? I'm anxious about the 16t input gear not being directly braced to the following gear.

Also the 24t gears on the tracks seem like they could work themselves loose pretty quickly.

 

Edited January 31, 2018 by schraubedrin

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

58 minutes ago, schraubedrin said:

Have you tested the gearbox under load? I'm anxious about the 16t input gear not being directly braced to the following gear.

Also the 24t gears on the tracks seem like they could work themselves loose pretty quickly.

I have; so far everything is working just fine. I geared down the tracks more since posting this update, and now I think I should add more bracing to those 24t gears. Thanks!

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

OK people, the gearbox is now virtually done. I have also added some covering and started a control scheme.

Leave a comment.

[Aventador2004]

I think it will surprise later on, good progress!

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

14 hours ago, Aventador2004 said:

I think it will surprise later on, good progress!

Thank you! I hope it does 

[Chipstertrain]

I'm really liking the look of this, following with great interest.

Keep up the good work.

Chip.

[1gor]

I like the way this model is developing

[Johnny1360]

I too very much like the way this is progressing, pretty interesting. Even though to me it's more of a Terra Forming Gargantuan, than groomer. Can't wait to see final results. 

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

5 hours ago, Chipstertrain said:

I'm really liking the look of this, following with great interest.

Keep up the good work.

Chip.

Glad to hear that, thanks!

4 hours ago, I_Igor said:

I like the way this model is developing

Thank you!

2 hours ago, Johnny1360 said:

Even though to me it's more of a Terra Forming Gargantuan, than groomer.

Can't tell if that's a good or bad thing, but thanks! Terra Forming Gargantuan sounds pretty nice 

[Jurss]

This will be really huge thing. Somehow came to my mind, that this would some kind good space machine for other planets.

[Johnny1360]

1 hour ago, BrickbyBrickTechnic said:

 

Can't tell if that's a good or bad thing, but thanks! Terra Forming Gargantuan sounds pretty nice 

Definitely intended as a good thing. 

[BrickbyBrickTechnic]

18 hours ago, Johnny1360 said:

Definitely intended as a good thing. 

How is this for gargantuan? This is my next update, adding the plow and the rear implement. The plow can be steered and locked.

 

That's all! Leave a comment.

[Aventador2004]

That is huge! What color will the body be? Yellow?

[aminnich]

I wish I would have saw this sooner! That is looking very good, so much progress in such little time. 42055 is a great c-model set just because of the wide variety of parts that you are given. 

You are the master c-builder, I am looking forward to progress! 

[Johnny1360]

3 hours ago, BrickbyBrickTechnic said:

How is this for gargantuan? 

 

 

I just mean to say it is very large, as have others, that is good, I really like large builds. Sorry for any confusion I may have created. 

This groomer is coming along nicely, with the addition of the attachments. I am starting to like it more, keep up the good work. 

Can't wait to see the final video of it in action, hopefully there will still be some fresh snow around. 

Just wondering what function the turntable will have, will it be for cab rotation or some kind of crane attachment? 

Edited February 4, 2018 by Johnny1360
Added some stuff

[Nebulaire]

It is a very nice wip, i can't wait to see it finished.