Bucyrus 8750 Dragline Bucket
Presented here is the limited edition 1:50th scale Bucyrus 8750 Dragline Bucket. The bucket comes complete with drag chains and main lift chains and is limited to only 100 pieces.
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The two main drag chains consist of 23 chain links connected to the cast assembly block where the main drag ropes from the winches connect. The other end of the chain connects to the front of the bucket where a pivoting connector piece is fixed in place. The top spreader piece is used to keep the side chains apart and the links are riveted into position before more chain links are used to connect to the main lift casting. The parts appear to be made from brass and the individual links have cross bars cast into each of them. |
The rear chains connect to the bucket sides and small threaded pins are used to secure the cast end piece to the accurately shaped cast section on each side of the bucket. |
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The bucket is very heavy and solidly constructed with the bottom, side and rear surfaces accurately detailed with realistic looking wear protection. The front teeth are also finely detailed with bolt fixings and textured wear plating all visible. The 1:50th scale figure shows the shear size of the bucket which will make a great load for a heavy haulage setup.