Classic Refuse Trucks

CRT COLLECTORS CORNER
Number 19, Winter 2012

NORBA RL35 BY GLOOMSHADOW

This amazing model is not yet completed, by the suberb modeler Gloomshadow has released preliminary video of his masterwork: a functional 1:16 scale model Norba RL35 with working hydraulics!

This is not the first hydraulic-powered model shown on these pages, but is arguably the most precise and detailed one ever created. It features a slide-sweep packer, functional tailgate lifts with automatic locks, and a working ejector panel. Best of all, it really looks like the Swedish-built Norba rear loader in every detail.

My words can do justice to what Gloomshadow has created, so please enjoy these YouTube videos:

Also courtesy of Gloomshadow, check out this working model (hopper only) of a Norba KI5, which was based on the Heil Mark II/Mark III packers. This hopper model resides in a European museum:

STU GRALNIK'S GAR WOOD LOAD-PACKER

Stu Gralnik (Model Building Services) used photos of old trucks found here on the pages of Classic Refuse Trucks to create this beautiful O-guage Gar Wood Load-Packer. Here's hoping Stu keeps viewing CRT for inspiration!

BARRY MURRAY'S MECHANICAL HORSE

From the UK, Barry sends this picture of his large model Scammell Mechanical Horse with refuse trailer in a municipal livery.

CHILD GUIDANCE NO.2500 LOAD-MASTER REPLICA

The battery-operated CG Load-Master is probably the most desirable collectors item amongst refuse truck enthusiasts. No other model has ever reached this level of realism, in both function and appearance, and probably never will. In addition to power drive wheels, it has a working ejector and slide-sweep packer blade. The plastic motorized toy was produced for only one year (1970), and had a high attrition rate due to the fragility of its construction. However, it was apparently produced in great numbers, owing to the frequency with which they are offered for sale on ebay.

Those interested in obtaining one of these Load-Masters can take heart: models in all conditions are offered for sale quite frequently. Prices run the gamut depending upon condition. Before bidding, keep in mind that these are fragile toys and often have damage not described by sellers unfamiliar with these toys. It would be advisable to ask questions of the seller if in doubt about the condition. Below are links to some recently closed auctions on Ebay:

All prices USD

*End Date & URL*	*Condtion (as advertised by seller)*	*Final Sale Price*
November 21, 2011	Good, with box and repro instruction sheet	$355.00
January 7, 2012	Damaged (broken tailgate hinge), with box	$150.00

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