Robbo

Thanks for the comment. Yes, it can be driven, but does not pump water. See the complete build & video clips at: http://public.fotki.com/Supt-Robbo/scania-114-scale-rc/ and the 'Run in carport' on Youtube; https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=IV3FB4DmYdA

A very well executed model with a superb paint finish.

Cab is from a two door high-top Scania Tamiya kit, modified to a four door cab. The chassis which was to be for a semi trailer configuration was modified to carry an extra battery to power the head/ tail, auto reversing and stop lights as well as the emergency flashing lights, spot/work lights, horn and siren. All of the circuit boards are housed in the cabs with the horn and siren speakers mounted in front cab roof. The power train comprises an electric speed controlled motor, 3 speed gearbox and true differential driving the rear wheels. The rear cab , ladder, hose reels, nozzles etc. were completely scratch built. The whole project took just over twelve months to build, starting late February 2016. The ladder locking/release mechanism is operational and the hydrant hard hose cabinet houses the battery charger connecting cables. Last picture is titled: 'David meets Goliath'. For a complete view of the build and video clips, go to: http://public.fotki.com/Supt-Robbo/scania-114-scale-rc/

I'm also currently converting a 1:16 Bruder model Mercedes Sprinter horse float into a bariatric ambulance. Took some stripping as no screws are used, only strong plastic clips. Google - Bruder and Dickie toys for the various large scale Sprinters available, which can be stripped, converted and partly scratch built to your liking. The smallest that I have put lights into is a diecast 1/32 Sprinter. Have fun finding and converting. Robbo.

This project started 18 months ago with the design, construction and the making of electronic circuit boards for the flashing lights and siren. The body is, in the main, a model Sprinter ambulance with an entirely different roof styling. (see first pic) The original roof was discarded and the rear cabin body modified and partly scratch built. The whole original model was completely stripped and repainted. The final red, green and yellow colour panels are self-adhesive reflective sheets of thin PVC material. The colours are those of the SA Ambulance Service.The rear, front and side flashing lights are made from discarded calculator buttons fitted with Fresnel lenses, as are the 7 spot lights. A total of 56 high intensity LEDs and 10 standers intensity LEDs are used for the lighting. Opening of doors switches ON interior lights. The rear view mirrors are fitted with amber LEDs and Fresnel lenses. For a more detailed view of construction and a video clip, use the following link: http://s254.photobucket.com/user/Robbo2008_70/library/Mercedes%20Sprinter%20Amb%202014?sort=6&page=1 Cheers from Robbo.

Very nice builds, detailed and finish. Robbo.

This project has taken quite awhile to get all of the components to fit. Purchased a 1:14 scale model and stripped it right down to component parts. Drilling out the front and rear light assemblies to fit the appropriate LEDs, positioning switches and PCBs as well as fitting the LEDs into the light bar, were quite a challenge. I trust that you will find this of interest. More pictures to come as progress is now quite rapid. Cheers from Robbo

Scania is a very popular truck here in Down Under Australia. Here in South Australia, the Metropolitan Fire Service use them as an all purpose rescue pumper fire appliance. They look great.

I like it, great detail. Robbo.

Thank you Matthew (MCM Ohana). I originally tried to post the direct link, however it would not display properly and would not work, even after several attempts, whereas the site address did, so I stuck with that. For some reason when using this forum, I can not 'cut and paste' any text etc. Tried again to edit with the same result. Cheers Robbo.

WOW!!! What a great display and show of modelling skils. Just shows what can be done when a number of bods get together. Must have cost a mint. Perhaps some ailines chipped in to sponser it> Cheers from Robbo.

Finally completed after having to modify the rear suspension springs and motor control circuit, due to the overall final weight of the model. 1.64Kg (4.66Lb) Full details, pictures of the build and a video clip can be seen on my PhotoBucket site: http://s254.photobuc...8/Robbo2008_70/ Just browse the index to locate this project. Click on 'View All Albums', it's the last one. I trust that you will find this interesting. Cheers from Robbo.

Hi Joe, that is just one great model and so well built. It's a credit to model building. Cheers from Robbo.

Hi there Rodney. The chassis is from an R/C Kenworth truck, purchased just for the nitty gritty bits. e.g. the chassis and the radio control system. Currently I'm working on the electronics for the head/tail, emergency lights, siren, spot lights, back-up warning etc. Cheers from Robbo.