zux Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) Hi everyone. This is probably my first successful MOC created after dark ages (couple of others are unsuccessful in progress). We had a small contest for members of our BalticLUG living its early days, the main idea was to create a MOC related to winter, snow and ice. No strict rules, except splitting for active and static MOCs. Since joining EB and looking all those awesome crawlers and TT I wanted to create something you can drive outside. So winter is a perfect time for this as there are no mud or sand, just frozen water. I have created a sporty looking tracker. It is almost a C-model of 42006 set, with just like 4 extra parts and PF stuff. C-model idea comes quickly, once you disassemlbe 42006 set and observe the variety of parts it offers, however it limits the number of functions. Build process was fun and a bit challenging, as a space is a bit of an issue. The final result isn't as much as I expected. While model drives quickly on a carpet and flat surface it didn't perform as good on hard snow (slipping) or a softer one (not much of a torque). Anyway it was fun and no damage has been made, even the baterry box on the bottom didn't have a scratch. Specs: 30 studs in length (including spoiler ) and 20 studs in width 2 PF L-motors, one motor per tracks side PF IR-receiver V2 Standart BB Some more photos Instructions (photo sequence) available for download Edited December 14, 2014 by zux Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doc_Brown Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) WOW, thats really freaking neat! Love the drive soloution. :thumbup: This would look so at home helping with a Thunderbirds rescue! Must be pretty fast? any plans for a vid? Edited March 11, 2014 by Doc_Brown Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piterx Posted March 11, 2014 small tidy and good looking :D that's great man! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hrafn Posted March 11, 2014 That looks great, and you really squeezed a lot into a tiny space. I love the claw parts used as a skid plate in the front. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zerobricks Posted March 11, 2014 Really cute! Good work buddy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Milan Posted March 11, 2014 Nice model! And great photos! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kronos Posted March 11, 2014 This is awesome! Great job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat-Ard Posted March 11, 2014 Very nice!!! I like the driving solution, too... Pat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skriblez Posted March 11, 2014 This is cool! Any chance for a video and/or instructions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyCW Posted March 11, 2014 Interesting usage of the claw pieces. The size and compact nature is great. This is something I struggle with. v/r Andy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legomuppet9 Posted March 11, 2014 I think I might try and build this, really clever, nicely done Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zux Posted March 11, 2014 Thanks for inspiring comments! Must be pretty fast? any plans for a vid? This is cool! Any chance for a video and/or instructions? Yeah, MOC sharing standards are high these days (you need great quality photos, HD video and BI just before starting a topic). Anyway, I'm affraid phone quality video is maximum I can do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unimog123 Posted March 11, 2014 Nicely done! I used a similar drivetrain technique in my Tracked Arctic Explorer, except I had CV-joints pointing up. You can see mine here: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=91974 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rishab N Posted March 11, 2014 Cute creation! I like how its nearly a C model too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skriblez Posted March 11, 2014 Thanks for inspiring comments! Yeah, MOC sharing standards are high these days (you need great quality photos, HD video and BI just before starting a topic). Anyway, I'm affraid phone quality video is maximum I can do. That just means people really like your Moc :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electricalchief Posted December 12, 2014 Very good model, i will try to make it. But i would like to see some photos while it is been assembled for help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zux Posted December 12, 2014 Very good model, i will try to make it. But i would like to see some photos while it is been assembled for help.Thanks, I'm happy you liked it. I've made a "photo sequence" instructions. Never published them due to large size (~280MB). I'll try to reduce the size somehow and share them here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dalafik Posted December 13, 2014 Very cool and compact model. 10 out of 10. I'd like to see a video in any quality just to know how fast it can go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electricalchief Posted December 13, 2014 Thanks, I'm happy you liked it. I've made a "photo sequence" instructions. Never published them due to large size (~280MB). I'll try to reduce the size somehow and share them here. Thanks for reply. I have already done it as idea but with my own way without any PF. I will represent it as soon as possible. I have to do few improvments. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sm 01 Posted December 13, 2014 Beautifully done! Very compact and efficient! I would also like to see it in action (even an SD video will be sufficient... ). How much it weighs? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelkschiz Posted December 13, 2014 I love it when compactness meets functionality, very aesthetically pleasing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zux Posted December 14, 2014 As promised, instructions now available for download. Beautifully done! Very compact and efficient! I would also like to see it in action (even an SD video will be sufficient... ). How much it weighs? Thanks! This MOC was done a year ago, so I no longer have it assembled and cannot check the weight right now. I could probably find it once I get a list of used parts (since their weight is known) for rebrickable. Fortunately I have a video, but it needs some editing, which I need to figure out how to do first, before it can be shared. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nerdsforprez Posted December 14, 2014 That looks great, and you really squeezed a lot into a tiny space. I love the claw parts used as a skid plate in the front. Ditto..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
