Stabliofarmer

Not sure if this will work with uploading an excel file but we'll give it a go.

I notice the Agriscale 'Banden Calcualtor' Tyre Calculator has dropped off line again. https://agriscale.nl/banden_calculator/

I use this tool quite alot when starting out a build as you can often find a tyre size on line and once a size has been determined much of the remainder of a build can be scaled from the tyres.

I have therefore done abit of reading into tyre sizes and drawn up a spreadsheet to do the calcs, there's a side for modern radial measurements such as 215/75 R17.5 and a side for older cross plys like 12.00-36. At the moment the cross ply formula uses an aspect ratio of 80% although some sources suggest a cross ply is 100% aspect ratio unless stated, this can easily be changed by swapping 0.8 for 1 in the cell J12. It also gives you the real overall dimensions (so you can use the data for other scales) and 1:32 scaled dimensions. Hopefully this is of use to a few others, unfortunately I'm not dedicated enough to draw up a database of model tyres off the shelf like Agribanden did but in the modern world of 3D printing you can get the exact tyre you need made at relatively little cost, something you would only dream of in 2008 when Agriscale started their calculator.

Tyre Size Calculator 1_32.xlsx

On 11/2/2022 at 4:32 PM, catkom3 said:

Also interestingly the Volvo hook loader is referred to as a Volvo FH5 and the front of the cab isn't shown, I doubt it but it may just be possible that marge are bringing out the facelift FH5 with new light mouldings etc

You and me both Joe, they'll make a great chassis for some livestock builds too!

Gutted to be missing the show this year but time commitments just weren't going to make it feasible. It looks like it will be a great show for all involved, just looking at that top row you don't see a set of scratch builders offering products at any English show quite like that! Best of luck to all involved and I look forward to getting back in 2023

Looking forward to the show, will have to get the feather duster and super glue out to get the display looking ship shape

Looks great Jack, plenty to see but not overwhelmingly busy

I don't think theres much that can be done Andy beyond customize an implement for a specific tractor or a specific model manufacturer. It is something that's halted me form trying to develop too many three point linkage mounted kits to be honest as you simply can't cater for everyone. Or more critically you can barely cater for anyone!

Fantastic updates Mark, brilliant to see. Really like the sheep field and the calf house. I suspect the lady on the quad is trying to make it as one of these new fangled 'farming influencers'!

These are getting very impressive now John, very little to suggest that those are scratch built, you'd easily think they are off the shelf from a big manufacture 

That looks brilliant Zak, nice work. Really like the dug out mud effect around the corners

12 hours ago, trigger82 said:

Would love to see more photos of these if anyone took any, particularly the Mastenbroek. I'm assuming its Barry Burrells work? and in 1:50th scale?

They look bob on Sean, nice bit of CAD work to make that loader too

Liking that Barry, what material is the trailer kit made from?

Some cracking buys Stan, the 220 Volvo is next on my list, they look excellent models but a hefty price tag.

Normally it would be possible to find the odd reason why Britains have done what they've done, utilising a popular casting, understanding there's a market beyond the UK buyer etc. but on this occasion it really does feel like they've made a huuuuuge mistake, I guess only time (and left over stock on shelves) will tell.

18 hours ago, Valley Axe Man said:

Hope you have a good few days James, young Sam Hodson did well doing little borough to Dorset in 15.45 on his 880 brown... He's a fair man like for tackling that run but he done a good bit for charity 👍

Yes he did, tractor did well too, he's now bought a Martin Three Wheel truck to get about on the showground, a barmy lad

Landed at the Great Dorset Steam Fair for the week, anyone going come by and say hello, were in the miniature steam section just next to Watford Gap in the playpen.

Hitching a lift

Flying McLaren

Camp set up

A very multipurpose Valtra doing some excavations, think a model will need building

The tri-axles are legal on the road up until the point they go over 18.3ton tare weight. So a tri-axle silage trailer probably sits around the 8-10ton mark in steel depending on build quality, possibly alittle less, this means that the most you can put in one and legally travel up the road is 8-10ton of material. You're very unlikely to be able to get a full load of anything around that weight in a body that size. Theoretically therefore these would only be used on farm travelling field to field, of course there are plenty that whole heartedly flaunt these rules, and that's who buy most of these trailers. Big market out in Oz and America for these bigger trailers too!

On 7/13/2022 at 8:41 AM, robbo said:

Thanks to everyone for the messages wishing me well, glad to say that I have made a full recovery.

Before that unfortunate incident, I did manage to get some photos of the steam engines whilst they were leaving the show ring and also some lined up beforehand. Looks like I might have caught a photo of @stabliofarmer without realising who you were

On 7/13/2022 at 8:43 AM, robbo said:

 

You've caught my brother, and a corner of my engine hastily leaving the arena having almost ran out of water in the boiler! You'll have to come and have a go if you get over to Astle Park later in the year

Just received the new Renault from Marge, lovely model just a shame it's not available in 6x2 but makes sense being much more popular in Europe. Only minor quark is that the interior door panels don't seem to have been double checked before manufacturing as they are visible through the glass.

Sorry to hear about your incident Mike, it was very hot! I believe there was four separate first aid stations set up by the end of the show dealing with heat strokes etc!

We were there with two miniature McLarens, didn't manage to get away from our row so it's nice to see what else was at the show!

As Joe says the main frame work could definitely be 3D printed, you could also easily print the mesh as long as it was on a solid back with the mesh detail raised of it, makes painting a little trickier than if you used the AA mesh or similar but would do the job. I'm in the middle of a house move but when things settle down I can get back to you about making one?

Sounds like they can be a bit tricky to prise apart Paul, or this blog post certainly makes a meal of it https://code3landies.wordpress.com/2014/09/01/britains-series-3-full-restoration/

From memory I took one apart years ago and pretty sure I just attacked the domed rivet/pin/screw with a good sharp drill bit and popped the chassis off without any drama.

The finish of the castings look incredible, thanks for sharing

Thanks chaps, pleased with how it's gone so far