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Sunday, May 25, 2025

The Bachmann Plasser OWB10 with crane,

Yesterday I was surprised at having found this model by Bachmann of the Plasser OWB10 with a crane added. Having had a bit of time to look into this, my memory was right that although Bachmann released this as an 00 gauge model it is actually H0 scale, originally produced by Lilliput who Bachmann bought out some years ago. Whatever, it is still a smart looking model and as it does not run on the track with any other rolling stock, any scale differences won't be noticeable.

Bachmann Plasser OWB10 with crane,

The crane itself is nicely done.

Bachmann Plasser OWB10 with crane,

And the crane rotates but the arms are solidly moulded in position.

Bachmann Plasser OWB10 with crane,

The box declared that this model was DCC ready but helpfully there were no instructions included inside. However, there was only one place a chip could be located and that was under the moulded ballast load. Sure enough, that ballast load lifts off but it is moulded in metal to add weight to the model which means it adheres well to the model.

Bachmann Plasser OWB10 with crane,

There is a DCC blanking plug inside and I can see that it should be easyish to do once I find time! In the meantime it can pose on the layout where it looks at home!

Bachmann Plasser OWB10 with crane,


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