Check out the Premium version of this model at 1:24 scale with the following features.

1. Full Front Loader Functions: Engage in realistic loading and lifting operations.
2. Auto-Locking Joints: Ensure secure and reliable operation of the front loader.
3. Operational Doors: Explore detailed cabin access with opening and closing doors.
4. Engine Model Included: Enjoy intricate engine details for an authentic touch.
5. Press-Fit Joints and Self-Locking Pins: Simplify assembly while ensuring durability.
   

There are three ways to print this.

1. As single piece:- Please download STL file but there wont be any movements.
2. Multiple Pieces :- Download 3mf file with Full_dismantled.3mf.BEST QUALITY OUTPUT. Please use the 3mf file for assembly also. CHECK EASE OF PRINTING TITLE BELOW
3. Combined:- You may use any 3D viewer software like 3D builder in windows to merge components according to your printer and filaments. The sky is the limit for this. You may find a sample file ending with combined.3mf.

EASE OF PRINTING

This model contains parts of 3 colours - GREY, YELLOW, BLACK. I have seperated these into different plates according to colour and in the optimum print position. Please download and extract the file “Print Plates According to Colour.zip” to make use of them. These plates can be opened in any slicer and printed according to your print profiles. Check the names of the files for the colour to print with.

Upgraded Cylinders & Pistons

I have upgraded the cylinders and pistons to allow locking of the front loader arm and buckets at different position by using a small piece of 1.75mm filament. Please see the GIF image for details. This locking can only be done for static displays. I haven't upgraded the original model 3mf file or the print profile, instead I had added seperate 3mf files and profile for the upgraded parts. This has been intentionally done to get feedbacks from the makers before making the upgrades permanent. It also gives the user freedom to choose how to make. This also help those who have already made the model to make upgrades. Those interested in upgrades can look for the profile with the name “upgraded cylinders and pistons” or 3mf file.

ASSEMBLY OF MAIN BODY

ASSEMBLY OF FRONT LOADER

MATING OF MAIN BODY AND FRONT LOADER

Movements Included

1. Front Section Rotation
2. All Wheel Rotation
3. Front Loader Full Movement
4. Engine Bay Doors

The main body is made hollow to ensure filament savings.

The screws are need to fix the front and back axles which are also marked.

The front loader assembly is made up of pins of same size but there could be tolerances issues when you print. So I insist that you first test print a pin and try the fit and accordingly scale down or up the pin.

Supports should be provided as required.

Appreciate the makes uploads.Open for suggestions.

This model has been refined with the inputs and support of Benoît Lussier