Norscot Caterpillar has Arrived!

Our receiving department is 'all hands on deck' this morning because we just received in our first shipment of Norscot models for the new year. Along with old favorites, we also have two highly anticipated 1/32 scale CAT models in stock at last! Check out these great-looking pieces below!

#55239 - 1/32 Scale
Caterpillar 308E2 CR SB Mini Hydraulic Excavator
 plus Work Tools

The 1/32 scale Caterpillar 308E2 is made with diecast metal construction, along with a few plastic parts, and includes an incredibly detailed operator's compartment, movable tracks and dozer blade, and it includes several work tools. You can easily switch between the auger and the hammer tool depending on what you think looks best!

#55278 - 1/32 Scale
Caterpillar TH407C Telehandler with Attachments

Telehandlers have a wide variety of applications, especially in agricultural use, meaning that this Caterpillar TH407C Telehandler can fit in a large range of different layouts. The ability to switch between fork and bucket attachments, along with its extendable boom, make this model a must-have this season.

Both of these Norscot models are available now and will be shipped out to those who pre-ordered them as soon as possible. If you haven't placed your order head over to 3000toys.com, and get yours before these great-looking models fly off the shelves!

New Image... Norscot's Caterpillar TH407C Telehandler

Coming this Fall... 

Norscot's Caterpillar TH407C Telehandler

Norscot has exquisitely replicated the Caterpillar TH407C Telehandler (#55278) in 1/32 scale.  It is constructed of diecast metal with only a few plastic parts and is expected to arrive this September / October.

As you can see in this new image, Norscot has packed many great details and features in this model including:

• Detailed operator's compartment
• Wheels roll freely and feature realistic tire tread
• Movable forks and realistic hydraulic lines
• Authentic Caterpillar graphics

For more information about this telehandler & other Norscot models, visit our website and place your Pre-Order today!

Now Available...New Norscot Images

Check out the new images now available of Norscot's Caterpillar 308E2 CR SB Hydraulic Excavator and Caterpillar CG260-16 Gas Generator.

Let’s start with the Cat 308E2 CR SB Hydraulic Excavator, #55239, which is just finishing factory production and is expected to arrive in September / October. 

Even though the real 308E2 machine is considered a “mini” excavator, this model is anything but small. In fact, at 1:32 scale, it measures nearly 8 inches long and more than 3 inches high. The exterior and interior detail is exactly what you've come to expect from 1:50 scale replicas of larger Cat excavators. Complementing the visual detail are several great features including:

• Diecast construction with only a few plastic parts
• Detailed operator's compartment
• Moveable boom, stick, and bucket
• Moveable tracks and dozer blade
• Realistic hydraulic lines
• Authentic Caterpillar graphics
• Three work tools (bucket, auger, and hammer)

Then there’s the 1:25 scale Cat CG260-16 Gas Generator, #55287 – a beast of a model if ever there was one, at more than 14 inches in length. 

This model replicates a 16,586 cu. in. displacement 16 cylinder Cat engine, capable of operating on natural gas, biogas, and alternative fuels. Its matched generator can deliver up to 4000 kW of electrical power at 60 Hz or 4300 kW at 50Hz in generator or co-generation applications. 

Production is complete and they are expected to arrive in July / August.

Finally, watch for the 1:32 scale Cat TH407C Telehandler, #55278. It’s now in sample review and expected to arrive in September / October.

Visit our website to view all of our Norscot models and place your order today!

Four Great New Norscot CAT Models

Norscot has just announced Four New Caterpillar models expected to arrive this Summer!

First, we have the Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader replicated in 1/50 scale.  It is expected to arrive in May / June. 

#55292 - 1/50 Scale - May / June Arrival

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader

This model has some great features including:

• Diecast metal construction with only a few plastic parts
• Detailed operator's compartment
• Boom raises and lowers
• Bucket scoops and dumps
• Wheels roll freely with realistic tire tread
• Realistic railings and grab bars
• Authentic Caterpillar graphics

Next, we have two New 1/32 Scale Caterpillar models including the 308E2 CR SB Mini Hydraulic Excavator and the TH407C Telehandler.

#55239 - 1/32 Scale - July / August Arrival

Caterpillar 308E2 CR SB Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Features include: 

• Diecast metal construction with only a few plastic parts
• Detailed operator's compartment
• Moveable tracks and dozer blade
• Moveable boom, stick, and bucket
• Realistic hydraulic lines
• Authentic Caterpillar graphics

#55278 - 1/32 Scale - July / August Arrival

Caterpillar TH407C Telehandler

Features include: 

• Diecast metal construction with only a few plastic parts
• Detailed operator's compartment
• Wheels roll freely with realistic tire tread
• Moveable forks and realistic hydraulic lines
• Authentic Caterpillar graphics

The fourth Norscot Caterpillar model just announced is the CG260-16 Gas Generator replicated in 1/25 scale. This diecast model is painted in Caterpillar yellow and has authentic Caterpillar graphics. 

This generator would look great on the back of a trailer in a "G" scale layout!

#55287 - 1/25 Scale - July / August Arrival

Caterpillar CG260-16 Gas Generator

Combining great detail with outstanding value, these four new releases are sure to be prized additions to any diecast collection. 

Visit our website to place your Pre-order today for these and other great New Cat diecast scale models from Norscot.

I think Thanksgiving should be a worldwide holiday. More than just an open invitation from America to join us in gorging on turkey and stuffing and mashed potatoes, a worldwide day of thanks seems to me like a healthy spoonful of perspective. We should all have something we are thankful for; in fact, the realization that I can type these words and you can read them causes me to reflect on how thankful I am for life.

I'm also very thankful for a job, specifically a job that allows me to work with some fantastic companies and incredible models. Universal Hobbies is that kind of company that makes those kinds of models. The detail is superb and the price is right. So, grab a fork and dig into to an early Thanksgiving feast of recently arrived Universal Hobbies models:

We'll start off with a small appetizer, this small keychain, and build our plate (model collection) from there:

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UNIVERSAL HOBBIES - 5575

Price = $6.95

Case Puma CVX 230 Tractor Keychain

Yum! Next up, like a good side of vegetables, this 1/43 model is good and good for you!

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UNIVERSAL HOBBIES - 6074

Price = $17.95

1948 International Harvester McCormick-Deering WD9

This next 1/32 scale model is like a good helping of potatoes that make your eyes wide with anticipation (the model even comes with a "fork"):

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UNIVERSAL HOBBIES - 4009

Price = $47.95

New Holland LM5060 Telehandler with Fork

Finally, this 1/16 scale, big ol' drumstick of a model, completes our collection just like turkey completes a delicious Thanksgiving meal:

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UNIVERSAL HOBBIES - 4050

Price = $64.95

Massey Ferguson 230 Tractor (1975)

Happy Thanksgiving!

--Matt