Hachette Meccano Crane

[number1]

Excellent, can't wait to see this in all its glory

[jdebord]

Here we add the brake of the winch which will drive the hook (slightly modified from the 'official' build)

[jdebord]

Here we add the two rods (A) which will distribute the movements.

Modifications : added 2 threaded couplings (B) and 2 collars (C)

[jdebord]

Here we add the cord which drives the hook.

The photos show the trolley, the pulley block and the winch.

[number1]

Must be very close to the finishing post, looks like it takes up the whole room!

[jdebord]

Yes, it's almost done. Only some steps remaining.

Here we add the cords that drive the trolley.

[casper]

Just caught up on this thread. huge build
excellent looking project

[jdebord]

Here we add the cords figuring the handrails (A).

It's not the most difficult part

[jdebord]

Here we add the sprocket chains which transmit the movement from the motor to the winches.

[Mark]

Nice to see the mechanics coming together. For me, that's the best bit about Meccano!

[jdebord]

And now the last step : fitting the roof of the cabin.



It's a nice model, but the gearbox is difficult to operate.

I will try to build a variant, with radio-controlled motors.

[number1]

Congratulations on finishing your crane, bet it weighs a fair bit with all that metal! Any space left in that room?

[royjess]

Well done! It's been an interesting build

[Mark]

That looks wonderful and it’s been a joy watching the build. Thanks for taking the time to share the build with us!

[jdebord]

Thank you all for your interest in this build !

And no, the model does not fill the room

[Clarence3815]

Is there anyone selling individual instalments of the model please?

I`m looking for part 25.

Thank you.

[jdebord]

There are several offers on ebay.fr (search with "grue meccano hachette")

As with myself, I have dismantled the Hachette crane and looking for a new model to build. I will probably try supermodel #29 (Hammerhead crane).