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Hello everyone! I have another MOC I’d like to share here, the 251-004. After the success of the S-269 (“La Japonesa”) in Spain, RENFE ordered Mitsubishi an advanced, more powerful version of the engine. Which turned out to be the S-251. As such, both locomotives share a lot of similarities, most noticeably, an almost identical bogie design. Although as you can probably tell, the S-251 has 3 bogies instead of the S-269’s 2. This earned the S-251 the nickname “Japonesa y media” (Japanese and a half). You might even notice the similarities with JNR’s Class EF66 locomotives, very closely related to the Series 251. (Photo by Javier López Ortega on Flickr) Despite being very capable of providing passenger services, the S-251’s power was better suited for pulling freight. Since the beginning of their work life, they were employed in the treacherous mountain pass of Pajares, between Asturias and León. Unfortunately, since the opening of the new Pajares tunnel, the reign of the S-251 in the mountain pass is not what it used to be anymore. They can still be seen running around the region, as well as pulling containers and other cargo between Barcelona and Zaragoza. In an effort to homogenize the corporate image, since the late 80s, RENFE applied a new livery to all of its locomotives. With yellow cabs and grey bodies, the age of the taxi livery begun. It lasted until 2005, when RENFE was split into two public entities, ADIF, for infrastructure operation, and Renfe Operadora, for train operation. Accordingly, a new locomotive livery followed. Very similar to the taxi one but replacing the yellow for white (borrowed from the AVE) with a magenta stripe, the new company colors. With the recent introduction of the S-256 (Stadler Euro 6000) into its fleet, Renfe revealed a completely new livery out of nowhere. Bravely embracing the striking magenta color with broad diagonal white stripes, I really thought all locomotives would adopt this scheme. Years later, all engines apart from the 256s have kept the boring old 2005 livery, and it doesn’t seem like that will change anytime soon. Maybe one day... I really think it suits the S-251. The 251-004 is the only engine of its kind to preserve the original blue and yellow livery. This is due to a successful effort by the Railway Friends Associations of Gijón and Madrid, and Renfe employees. This earned her the title of “La Reina” (The Queen). My MOC of the 251-004 has 12 M size wheels and a 9V style magnet from HA Bricks. It is designed to be powered by two PF L motors and a BuWizz battery box. It’s a bit cramped on the inside, so it can’t fit LEGO battery boxes since they’d be too tall. The challenge with this engine was creating a functional middle bogie. Not only does it need to pivot, but also slide side to side. After many overengineered failed attempts, a very simple combination of two 1 x 4 bricks with channel and an upside-down 2 x 2 tile with technic pin connected to two 1 x 2 plates with door rails did the trick. This also allows the middle bogie (unpowered) to move slightly up and down, which ensures that the other two bogies will always be on the rails when running on uneven track. Unfortunately, the locomotive can’t navigate R40 curves, and it’s restricted to R56 or higher. Some of the part choices and techniques I’m particularly proud of in this MOC are the windshield assemblies, a technique similar to many amazing diesel-electric locomotive MOCs I’ve seen out there, the blue sword spikes at the fronts, the boomerangs as the number plate nose fixture, the blue claw pieces as the windshield visors, or the SNOT side grills, which although not too complex, took a few attempts to get right. It also has some silver TrimLine tape to recreate the iconic steel “whiskers” and custom stickers.
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My 12TH alternative for set 76934. This time i used parts included in F40 set to build a Mitsubishi 3000 GT! FREE INSTRUCTIONS: VIDEO HERE
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I’ve been troubled by the vulnerability of LEGO parts on heavy models for a long time. Especially some crucial parts related to drivetrains, like universal joint, bevel gear, etc. One solution I can think of is to distribute torque by using multiple drivetrains. Instead of using 2 groups of motors driving the wheels on each side respectively, I built a live axle chassis with a dual-drivetrain system. In this way we don’t lose the benefit of differential while cornering. I actually designed 2 experimental MOCs utilizing this system. Today I’m gonna show you one of them - Mitsubishi Pajero. Bodywork is based on the very first generation of Pajero series, which was introduced in 1982. Some details have been exaggerated for a better looking, like the bull bar, rooftop, and engine hood. This MOC is built more for aesthetic purposes. Due to wheelbase concern, it’s only rear-wheel drive. Luckily both front and rear suspensions are quite responsive, which will help just a little bit on tractions when driving off-road. Each drivetrain is driven by an L Motor, rotates in opposite directions, and together they drive a single differential. I also managed to put a 2-speed linear gearbox in it. some renders to show them all: Outdoor test: I never expected it to have a great performance given the fact that it is 2-wheel drive and those 62.4mm tyres have a really bad traction. I think it is acceptable for its configuration. More photos: Upcoming New MOC This new MOC is a 4x4 model with a similar but different drivetrain. It is still an unfinished prototype, but I can’t help giving you guys a sneak peek of it. Stay tuned and enjoy -
Good Day. Today I present a military tow truck inspired by the JSDF one. The base truck is (Mitsubishi) Fuso Super Great FX 6x6 - the self-defence force exclusive variant. My model has full suspension, with "leaf springs" (flexaxles) all around. Drive is permanent 6x6 with 1x M-motor (was decent without cabin and superstructure, but with those added the performance became abysmal), steering is done via another M-motor downgeared with a wormgear. In-cabin steering wheels is moved via a micromotor with rubber belt drive. The truck is built in Tecnic figure scale, with customised front tires to make up for lack of proper width tires in TLG inventory. The crane is completely manual, with all functions controlled via gears on the outside. The function list is: -Outriggers capable of lifting the rear -Boom elevation -Boom rotation (no gearing, just swiwels with some friction to keep it in place) -Boom extension (with stops via a ratcheted gear and an end-stop to prevent the boom from falling out) -Hoisting -Rear winch All in all a mediocre build, but quite happy about it considering how disinterested I was in building something recently. A major improvement would be a L-motor for drive, but there's not enough space in this chassis, a perfect fit would be the mini motor Efferman shown a prototype of. Steering is a tad floppy as well, it was caused by my preferrance for a higher ground clearance, although even if it weren't floppy, the CV joints have a teenncy to pop out due to all the stress (heavy model with suspension and no differentials). The boom has a low weight limit, topping out at about 200g, heavier loads cause the boom to flex until it breaks - unless it is fully contracted, in which case I was able to lift about 400g. I have a complete chassis with a partial cabin lxf file, but I doubt anyone would be interested in building it, so I'll upload the model as is on [https://brickshelf.com/gallery/LXF/mitsubishiFXtowtruck/mitsubishi_fuso_super_great_fx.lxf]Brickshelf[/url] . Video: Photos: Cya! -
Welcome everybody :) Today I’d like to present my new MOC. Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X Specifications Scale 1:8 Length 74s / width 31s / height 21,5s (60/24,5/17 cm) Weight: 3700 g Front suspension: McPherson struts with realistic geometry – Caster, Camber and Ackerman Rear suspension: independent, multilink 4x4 drive 4-speed gearbox AA + AAA Battery Box 6 motors Functions Driving (2 XL + L) Steering (L) Changing gears (M) Locking central diffrential (M) Led headlights (switch) Working steering wheel Opened bonnet Opened trunk Opened doors (front with lock) History From a long time I wanted to build Lancer Evo. When I saw Impreza WRX STi built by Pipasseyoyo, I knew that I have to make his “eternal rival” – Evo. What’s more I prefer Lancer than Impreza :) I started building at the end of the May. It went quite fast and after one week the chassis was done. Unfortunately I created the body not as fast, because I finished it few days ago. Drivetrain The Mitsubishi is driven by two XLs and one L motor. The XLs are connected with the gearbox. It uses the new driving rings. Then from the other side the drive from gearbox goes to the differential, and from the second one an axle from L motor with reduction 3:1. The differential powers the central differential, which transmits the power to the axles. It is a bit complicated, so there are some diagrams :) Gearbox ratio: I 5:1 II 3:1 III 1,67:1 IV 1:1 The changing gears mechanism is based on that presented by Sariel few months ago. It is powered by M motor. For locking the differential I used M Motor with reduction 3:1. Steering For steering I used L motor, which propel the gear rack 1x13 with ratio 9,6:1. Suspension In the front there are McPherson struts. I tried to imitate them correctly, tahat’s why there is a geometry – Caster, Camber and Ackerman. For depreciation I used 9.5L absorber (from Unimog) and grey 6.5L. In the rear there is multilink independent suspension. I used 9.5L absorber (from Unimog) and yellow 6.5L. Some photos Gallery -
Hi everyone! Its that time again! MOC time! This isn't the chick car Eclipse, the older one is manly! It will hopefully have -FWD -Suspension -Opening doors -Opening Doors and trunk -Lights -Engine -RC Gearbox (Piterx, I need your help ) Updates coming soon! Feedback, help, and critics appreciated !
