Transtar 4300 Heavy Haul Tractor

[heavyweights]

This model is based off the original ertl released 4300, this is the third make over for this model as it was originally built to mimic the box art over 30 years ago.

I was inspired by the "Bill Signs" Peterbilt for this build,  but adding the pusher axle and wet line kit to coincide with the jeep and custom 4 axle lowboy to be built for this tractor.

The original intent was to install a KT Cummins but I already have a twin turbo NTC 475 Cummins so I will spend the money (buy/ship for the KT) on building the jeep and lowboy.

The original cab and hood suffered from fatigue due to being stripped three times, so I will be bashing a new 4300 kit to complete this one.

The rear suspension is a 72 inch beam style with full articulation , with the front suspension being beefed to the 18,000lb level with oversized tires coming from Italeri trailers (super single) in 1/24 scale.

Originally I was going to go with minimal chrome, but adding in a scratch built Texas Bumper changed that early in the build.

Much more to come.  Cheers all,  JIMMY

[heavyweights]

Here is a couple more pics of the work in progress, I used some stainless sheet for extra chrome detail, and some craft store chrome caps for the rims. I also bashed an old Paystar Mixer for the battery box and air tanks as well as the wetline hydraulic tank and PTO unit.  JIMMY

[calscustoms]

This looks like a cool project, love the suspension work!!

[Deleted]

This is a great project and will look awesome with a lowboy

[heavyweights]

Hello all from snowy Ontario Canada, got a small update on the 4300 cornbinder, finally got the cab patched up and painted along with the new hood.

Just received the factory style decals from Jerry at model truckin as well. She is coming along slow but sure. JIMMY

[swamp rat]

looking good..

[slurrydog]

Very nice.
Dave