This Swingmaster Model 181 Speedswing Hy-Rail Material Handler started as a Custom Finishing Models white metal kit. Tom Fitzpatrick did a complete face lift; the only thing left of the original kit is the frame and most of the cab. The engine compartment and boom are all scratchbuilt from plastic, the wheels are from Tom's scrap box. The air conditioning unit atop the cab roof is from BLMA. Most of the decals are homemade.

Posted December 28, 2013