CAT Engine 3412

[HJK]

Is there a model truck kit that contains the CAT engine 3412? Or might it be on the market in resin? Does anybody know the angle of the V between the cylinder banks?

Each and every info is appreciated. Thanks, Juergen

[mr moto]

I don't know about availability in a kit but the vee angle is 65 deg. Good luck!

[HJK]

Thanks very much Manuel. Wishing well, Juergen

[NOBLNG]

Doesn’t look like they have a 3412.

https://www.catmodels.com/p/cat-125-scale-g3516-gas-engine-85238/

[HJK]

Thanks Greg. Yeah, I didn't have a lot of hope because the main design of this engine goes back to around 1985. It still exists and looks a little different and additionally this engine was used in trucks and for industrial and maritime purposes. I contacted already Caterpillar in Peoria but they even didn't answer. Anyway, thanks again. Take care, Juergen

[Fat Brian]

8 hours ago, HJK said:

Thanks Greg. Yeah, I didn't have a lot of hope because the main design of this engine goes back to around 1985. It still exists and looks a little different and additionally this engine was used in trucks and for industrial and maritime purposes. I contacted already Caterpillar in Peoria but they even didn't answer. Anyway, thanks again. Take care, Juergen

You're best bet is to make one from two of the 3408s in the Revell Kenworth long nose kits, the flat top, wrecker, and dump truck all have one. You can also usually find a kit breaker selling just the engine on ebay.

[HJK]

Brian, thanks for pointing me in this direction. Didn't think of that.