Bruce Hansen’s Astronaut Trainer
Bruce Hansen writes: This is the Astronaut Trainer built from a 1962 No. 10231 Astronaut Set (box is in the background). This model was one of the two new models for the 10 1/2 set in 1962. The action in Read More …
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Bruce Hansen’s Floating Crane
Bruce Hansen writes: This Floating Crane model appeared in the 1958 and later 8 1/2 set manuals. The A49 motor in this model moves the crane boom in/out from the model base and raises/lowers a block & tackle load. The Read More …
Bruce Hansen’s 70 Ton Crane
Bruce Hansen writes: This model is the “70 Ton Crane” built from a 1962 No. 10231 Astronaut Set (10 1/2-sized set) which is in the background. The “action” in this model is a crane which can be manually rotated about Read More …
Bruce Hansen’s Cranes & Derricks
Bruce Hansen’s Caterpillar Crane Bruce Hansen writes: This Caterpillar Crane was built from a 1950 12 1/2 set. The action is forward/reverse model movement via a P55 motor/treads, rotating cab by hand and raise/lower a load by hand crank. An Read More …
Bruce Hansen’s Architectural Models
Bruce Hansen writes: In 1935, Erector Building Sections or more commonly termed Skyscraper parts were added to the No. 3 1/2 – No. 9 1/2 sets. Included here is the 3 Story Apartment House – Brick Construction” front, rear and Read More …
More of Bruce Hansen’s Amusement Park Rides
Bruce Hansen’s Airplane Ride Bruce Hansen writes: This is the Airplane Ride built from a 1955 No. 4 1/2 set. The motor was turned with a key and provided about 30 seconds of power to spin the airplanes. Bruce Hansen’s Read More …