I think everyone knows the Lego Technic set 8043. Although it is a very very nice set, I still love the pneumatic operated models more. So I decided to start building my own excavator.
Except for driving and rotating,all functions will be done pneumatically.
Equipped with built-in compressor and valves.
The intention is that everything gets IR controlled.
There will also be building instructions. I try to make them simultaneously while building the model.

It is not intended to make a exact copy of an real life excavator brand or model.

Currently I'm working on the base, it's a bit inspired by the 8043, but different and a bit bigger :)

This is a rather small set, but nevertheless a really good looking one.
In the box you'll find 199 pieces together with 2 manuals and a stickersheet.
The build will take around 1 hour and is very enjoyable.
As most of the technic cars and trucks start roughly all a bit in the same way, by building a rectangular structure as frame. This set brings a welcome change. The frame is almost completely build up by liftarms in many different directions.
When finished it will look very close to an actual quad. Also its functions are close to reality. There is front and rear suspension, steering front wheels and a chain that drives the fake motor.

Cons
The steering is a bit Imprecise.

Pros
Good looking A model.
Many special parts for a small model (suspension, balloon wheels, chain, and some panels)
Fun to build.
Interesting price for what you get.