helos Posted July 21, 2013 Hi everyone, I couldn't resist to the charm of this powerful German locomotive. So I'm now presenting my personal interpretation of the e103. As it is so famous I don't think that this machine needs to be described. Enjoy the photos and I'll be glad to know what do you think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lazarus Posted July 22, 2013 Like the photo shop work thats kool. Nice build Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peterab Posted July 22, 2013 That's very nice. I'm always interested to see how other people build a 103. I'm very jealous of your 9V bogies, my PF ones don't run fast enough for such a powerful express engine. Maybe I need to change to the PF train motor instead and use your technique. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hey Joe Posted July 22, 2013 Hey! Wow, what a beauty! There's so much to like about it, thanks for posting. Joe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simon8MR Posted July 22, 2013 Thats pretty awesome. Does it have a detailed interior, if so pics? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted July 22, 2013 Beautiful engine 'helos', I really like the detailing on it and the scaling is pretty good too. Brick On 'helos' ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hrw-Amen Posted July 23, 2013 That is great, I especially like the way you have created the curve at the ends of the engine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Asper Posted July 23, 2013 Great work! That's one of my favorite engines and you captured the round shape pretty well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helos Posted July 23, 2013 Thank you all guys for your replies. Thats pretty awesome. Does it have a detailed interior, if so pics? It doesn't have interior details because there is nearly no room left as the loco is full of snot solutions. The slopes curved 4x1 of the nose are mounted on hinges for hugging the frontal slopes 4x1 double, the upper vents are upside down on tiles 4x2 then together attached on clips for folding the assembly. That's very nice. I'm always interested to see how other people build a 103. Me too!!! Since the appearence of 7740, the e0103 has inspered dozens of Lego enthusiasts and I had examined with care their creations before building mine I'm very jealous of your 9V bogies, my PF ones don't run fast enough for such a powerful express engine. Maybe I need to change to the PF train motor instead and use your technique. IAs I said above to Simon, there's no room left inside for fitting battery pack and IR receiver. I always use 9V motor but with this model it was an obliged way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steinkopf Posted July 24, 2013 Beautiful work as always helos, you have captured the look and style of this locomotive magnificently with this build, I am especially impressed with how you have been able to replicate the sloped sides. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_spock Posted July 24, 2013 Beautiful locomotive. Very nice interpretation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gryffindorcommonroom Posted July 24, 2013 This is brilliant. Amazing work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zed_43 Posted July 24, 2013 Really well done! It really looks like the original. Does it take curves properly with 2x3wheels? Are wheels working by 3 or 2? Great MOC!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir E Fullner Posted July 24, 2013 I just love the box art you made for the set! Keep on brickin'! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skystorm87 Posted July 24, 2013 Super Locomotive! I like it very much. And great the "vintage" picture with the 9v train wallpaper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kivi Posted July 25, 2013 Very nice locomotive. I agree with the others that the curved and inclined parts contribute most to realistic appearance. The pantographs are also very nicely designed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted July 25, 2013 Finally we can see this beauty also on Eurobricks! As already said my dear lego friend your ability to achieve different locomotives makes you a versatile builder ...better than me! The rounded edges of this locomotive are difficult to implement, but you've managed to perfection! Long live to the set 7740! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Selander Posted July 26, 2013 E103 is one of my favorite locos and I think you have made a beautiful design. The curved shapes are really tricky to replicate accurately. Also I like the tan-dkred color scheme - same as I have on my 103 ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Esurient Posted July 26, 2013 Very cool train! Great interpretation of the real train! Great work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helos Posted July 26, 2013 (edited) Thank you all guys!!! Your comments makes me really happy. :sweet: I noticed that the slopes side is appreciated so I've thought to share some photos of the loco partially disessembled. I don't use any CAD program for making the project consequently I have no instructions. You can now to see the main solutions I've thought up. Really well done! It really looks like the original. Does it take curves properly with 2x3wheels? Are wheels working by 3 or 2? Great MOC!!!! As you can see in the following pics the third wheel assembly is jointed to the motor so as it can follow the bend and shift under the loco body. It needs only a proper speed along the bends. I think it is better to replace the pin with a screw for a more rigid coupling to avoid dangling Finally we can see this beauty also on Eurobricks! As already said my dear lego friend your ability to achieve different locomotives makes you a versatile builder ...better than me! The rounded edges of this locomotive are difficult to implement, but you've managed to perfection! Long live to the set 7740! Are you sure? I really need of making practice with a steam BRs and even some suggestions from a master to complete my BR 41 and BR80. I've been working on them for too loooooooong time and they are still unfinished. Maybe my next goals after the entire e103 convoy .....waiting for another creation from you E103 is one of my favorite locos and I think you have made a beautiful design. The curved shapes are really tricky to replicate accurately. Also I like the tan-dkred color scheme - same as I have on my 103 ;-) ....really? you can bet that I've seen it!!! That one and other creations of yours are so inspiring...... I hope you like this aspect of Lego world. IMHO sharing for improving it should be one of the main pillar of this community. Edited October 13, 2013 by helos Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zephyr1934 Posted July 27, 2013 A fantastic build of a classic locomotive, there are so many great details tucked into your MOC. Now you just need a string of passenger cars for her to pull (grin) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gioppa Posted July 27, 2013 Grande Helos, another wonderful creation!i hope 16 of agoust come fast to come back and have another meeting.... Excellent work like ever, you want to made the full train? i have understand? So, don't play on the web, let's start to play Lego!! Ciao Helos..ci vediamo! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legotrainfan Posted July 27, 2013 Wow, that's what I call a wonderful, brilliant and detailed replica of a real-life engine! I also love your photoshop work! Looks like an official LEGO set. I think lots of people would succumb to the temptation of buying it had it really been an official set. It seems to be quite heavy since it has two motors on it, or maybe you just want it to pull lots waggons. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Man with a hat Posted July 27, 2013 Great job. It is a beautiful creation. And those detailed images actually make it even more impressive. Those are some stunning techniques you used there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JopieK Posted July 28, 2013 no need for wight block I guess, there are so many parts inside to create that nice curves! Looks very nice, I only prefer 6 wide trains better, but this 8-one is really stunning! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
