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« on: September 26, 2009, 02:41:32 PM »
I must say, this is one of the slightly more complicated sets.  Undecided

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Price: RM989.90
Pieces: 1877
Minifigs: 0
Year released: 2009

Box art:

Pretty sturdy box. Although I tossed it in the trunk of my car. Hardly a dent. One more thing, batteries NOT included. You would need 6 AA batteries for this one.


Like most large sets, it has a flap to open up
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« Reply #1 on: September 26, 2009, 02:45:24 PM »
Back of the box contains another model. The instructions are not available though, but dowloadeable from the internet at www.lego.com/technic. Save the trees? Since most of the people USUALLY would not take it apart after building.  Tongue
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« Reply #2 on: September 26, 2009, 02:49:12 PM »
Instructions

There are 4 building guide booklets and a power functions guide booklet.
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« Reply #3 on: September 26, 2009, 02:54:42 PM »
Crane Truck

Front View

Absolutely GARANG. No doubt there are a number of stickers involved, but heck, they look great! Just have to be extra cautious when applying them. My only gripe is that there is no windsreen and side window glass. Perhaps a windscreen wiper (moveable one) would add more detail? Lot of room in the driver area. Unfortunately, the doors don't open.


Side View



More to come later tonight.  I have invited a special guess to be a judge of this set. Stay tuned!  Grin
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« Reply #4 on: September 26, 2009, 04:22:39 PM »
Captain hook would envy this


The cab can be flipped open to reveal the engine.



The v8 engine has cylinders actually moves in and out alternately if the truck is pushed.


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« Reply #5 on: September 26, 2009, 04:34:56 PM »
Side view


Opening the case reveals the two main control throttles.
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« Reply #6 on: September 26, 2009, 04:44:32 PM »
Just a sense of scale... The crane is powered by the XL motor, and able to rotate 360 degrees.
The stoppers are also powered by the motor and can be deployed automatically, but not fully.
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« Reply #7 on: September 26, 2009, 04:50:13 PM »
As you can see, the battery box is well hidden behind the cab
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« Reply #8 on: September 26, 2009, 04:58:55 PM »


PROS:
a) HUGE. I really mean HUGE.
b) Large number of parts and pieces
c) Very simple to use power functions features
d) Very appealing to look at
e) Intricate gearing system, lots of contruction techniques to learn (especially from a non technic guy like myself Tongue)

CONS:
a) At times, can be pretty daunting to put together. Time consuming.
b) Doors don't open Sad
c) No RC functions. I had this impression this truck would MOVE. But the wheels only turn corresponding to the steering wheel. Nothing more.
d) 6 batteries required.
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« Reply #9 on: September 26, 2009, 05:07:29 PM »
FINAL VERDICT!

I'll let the judge decide:

Admin: Mr. Judge,  out of these 5 red objects, please choose the most intersting one.


Judge: Hmm... Its pretty obvious. Can you put few more sets here, please?


Admin: OK
Judge: OK... I'll pick two out of the lot.


Guys... I guess it is OBVIOUS?


I'll not put ratings for this set since I am starwars biased.  Am actually quite upset with the judge for picking the truck! Maybe no milk for him for the next 3 hours Tongue
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« Reply #10 on: September 26, 2009, 05:46:18 PM »
 Grin The judge must be thinking, how on earth this car can be taller than me. #$@%*@$&@!#  Tongue
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« Reply #11 on: September 26, 2009, 06:25:57 PM »
Great review! The pictures are clear and bright! Did you take the picture of it outdoors? Grin

Also, you child is so lucky! Even at a very young age straightaway jump to Lego City/Star Wars and Technics. Cheesy How old is he?
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« Reply #12 on: September 26, 2009, 10:38:51 PM »
Oh.. the little fler is 4 months old.

He is the main reason I have less time for LEGO now Smiley

Well..the starwars sets are MINE (MINE ONLY, no one can touch). The technic and creator, got to be returned. Grin
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« Reply #13 on: October 02, 2009, 11:59:45 AM »
Well at least the little Tuan got exposure to some advanced LEGO at a young age  Grin
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« Reply #14 on: October 10, 2009, 01:08:36 PM »
There is a commercial by TLG on this set at:

http://technic.lego.com/en-us/Movies/Crane%20Truck.aspx
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