Custom scale model builder Thomas Wilk shows you one of his latest projects: Building a Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig in 1:50th scale.

Today is the start of this Making-of and we show in the kick-off that Thomas has worked on this project very closely with his friend and fellow collector Urs Peyer.

It is our goal for the coming period in the Making-of Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig to show you how this custom model will be achieved. You will be amazed with the high standards he sets!

Thomas will share his building skills through its construction photos with little notes to keep us informed of the building process. Gradually it shows the making of a unique model by using as donor model the Caterpillar D6K Track-Type Tractor made by Norscot in 1:50th scale to create this one of a kind Caterpillar D6K Welding Tack Rig and added (as he always does -)) tons of extra details including some scratch built features. But even that was not enough: He made a unique diorama which is a small masterpiece on its own. As you will see it turned into a true museum piece and a very valuable and unique addition to his Caterpillar collection!

Enjoy reading & watching!

Thomas and Wouter