Unsealed: Cat® D11 Coal Blade – Die-Cast Models Have Arrived!
After a very short hold by US Customs for a product inspection, our container of 1:24 D11 Coal Blade Die-cast models has been delivered to our warehouse. Pallet shipments to our dealers are underway and …
On The Water: D11 With Coal Blade Models Have Shipped!
We’re pleased to announce that the 1:24 Scale Cat® D11 Coal Blade Die-Cast models have been shipped and are on their way to our offices. Delivery is still expected for late November 2024, and we …
Earthmovers in USA, Australia & Europe: A New Book from David Wylie
Long-standing CCM Collector, and one of the industry’s best mining equipment photojournalist, David Wylie has just published ‘Earthmovers in USA, Australia & Europe’, the fourth book in his acclaimed ‘Earthmovers in’ series looking at some …
New Model Update: 1:48 Cat® D10N Dozer – Die-cast
As design work progresses on the 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® D10N Dozers we wanted to update everyone and share the 3 configurations that will be produced. Cat® D10N with “C” (Cushion) Blade and Rear Push Block Cat® D10N …
Just In: Cat® D11 With Coal Blade First Samples Have Arrived!
We are pleased to share the first sample pictures of the stunning 1:24 scale D11 with Coal Blade. After a full review of the model by CCM and Caterpillar, a few minor things have been …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® D10N Dozer – Die-cast
Classic Construction Models is extremely excited to announce the latest addition to our collection of 1:48 scale die-cast models, the Cat® D10N Dozer. Although still in the early stages of planning and design we will …
Collector Showcase: Gavin Handley
The CCM Collector Showcase series is back to introduce some of our most active customers to the rest of our collector community! This month we had the opportunity to speak with Gavin Handley about his …
Cat® Hydraulic Mining Shovels
While work progresses on our upcoming Cat® 6040 Mining Shovels in 1:48 scale die-cast we thought it would be neat to share some information and media on the 1:1 Cat® Hydraulic Mining Shovels. Pass matching …
Iron Profile: Cat® D9 Dozer
With an operating weight of 110,225 lbs the Cat® D9 Dozer is a sleek versatile machine designed to be used in a variety of applications, such as ripping, production dozing, stockpiling, landfills, scraper pushing, winching, site …
New Model Announcement: 1:24 Cat® D11 with Coal Blade
It is with great excitement that we present to you our latest upcoming 1:24 scale precision die-cast model, the Cat® D11 with Coal Blade. This thing will be a beast! Measuring 18″ in length, 7.7″ tall and …
Collectors Words: CCM Cat® 6090 FS in Mining White
We received this nice email below from one of our great customers. After getting his approval we wanted to share it: “CCM, In your email, you asked if I would look over the “beastly model” …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® 6040 Hydraulic Mining Shovels – Die-cast
It is with great pleasure for Classic Construction Models to announce the latest addition to our 1:48 scale collection of die-cast models, the Cat® 6040 Hydraulic Mining Shovel. This model will be available in both the …
Unsealed: Cat® 6090 FS Hydraulic Mining Shovels in Mining White Have Arrived!
Classic Construction Models is excited to announce that the 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 6090 FS in Mining White have been delivered to our warehouse! We are in the process of randomly selecting and inspecting models …
Cancelled: 1:48 Cat® 350L & 350L ME
Unfortunately, due to a lack of demand for the 1:48 scale Cat® 350L and 350L ME we have made the hard decision to cancel the production of these models. One of the major factors that …
Iron Profile: Cat® 657E Wheel Tractor Scraper
In 1984 Cat® took the 650 series to a whole new level introducing the Cat 657E. Powered by a 550 horsepower 3412E engine up front and 400 horsepower 3408E engine in the rear. Like its …
Models & Mods: Graham May
“Models & Mods” is back to spotlight the modifications done to our models at home by collectors. This month we had the opportunity to speak with Graham May from Colorado about his incredible 1:48 scale …
Caterpillar approves production of our Cat® 6090 FS Hydraulic Front Shovel in mining white
Our 1:48 scale Cat 6090 FS mining shovel, introduced in 2018, was an instant hit among collectors. Although this mammoth machine is no longer in production, we have been authorized by Caterpillar to produce a …
New Model Announcement: 1:24 Cat® 651/657 Wheel Tractor Scrapers – Die-cast
We are excited to announce the most recent additions to our 1:24 scale diecast model line, the Caterpillar 651 and 657 Wheel Tractor Scrapers. These models will be based on the latest versions of the …
Wishing you a healthy and prosperous 2022
2021 was a challenging year with supply chain issues causing significant model delays and shipping timelines being pushed back weeks, if not months. We were fortunate enough at our office to not having any COVID …
New Model Announcement: 1:24 Cat® D9 Dozer – Die-cast
Classic Construction Models is excited to announce the latest addition to our collection of 1:24 scale die-cast models, the Cat® D9 Dozer in 2 configurations. Standing approximately 14.1″ long, 5.4″ wide, and 6.5″ tall at …
1:48 Cat® 988B Wheel Loader Update
We recently received production samples of our upcoming die-cast 1:48 Cat® 988B Wheel Loaders, and after review by both CCM and Caterpillar®, production has been approved and is underway on these incredibly detailed scale replicas. …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovels
Continuing on with the lineup of Cat® TriPower machines, Classic Construction Models is excited to present the 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovels as both a Backhoe and Face Shovel in highly detailed 1:48 scale from die-cast …
Iron Profile: Cat® 973 Track Loader
Originally introduced in 1982, the Cat®973 Track Loader was designed as an upgrade over the 977L. With multiple configuration options, the 973 was perfectly suited to excel in multiple applications from stripping top soil to …
1:48 Cat® 6030 Hydraulic Mining Shovel Progress Update
Production has been approved and is underway on the upcoming die-cast 1:48 Cat® 6030 Hydraulic Mining Shovels, and we were excited to share the news as well as pricing and production quantities of these incredibly …
Under Review: Cat® D11N Featured On Earthmover’s Digger Man!
David Wylie is at it again, this time coming at you with a thorough review on the highly detailed die-cast Cat® D11N in precision 1:48 scale on Earthmover’s Digger Man blog. With such high remarks …
Unsealed: Cat® 633D & 639D Elevating Scrapers Have Arrived
We are excited to inform all of our collectors that the container of 1:48 Cat® 633D and 639D Elevating Scrapers was delivered to our warehouse this week and we are currently processing & sorting these …
Cat® D11 Shipping Update
We are pleased to inform our collectors that shipments of the 1:24 Cat® D11 have resumed, and we wanted to take this opportunity to update everyone as to what we determined during our investigation. Once …
1:24 Cat® D11 Update
Due to the amount of damage that has been caused to several of the Cat® D11 Dozers during shipping from our facility, we have made the decision to suspend any further shipments of these models while …
Unsealed: 1:24 Cat® D11’s Have Arrived!
With the first container arriving ahead of schedule, we are excited to announce that shipments have began of the highly anticipated 1:24 scale die-cast Cat® D11 and D11 Carry Dozer. We have started emailing invoices …
Unsealed: Cat® D7G’s Have Arrived!
Recently delivered to our warehouse, the incredibly detailed Cat® D7G in precision 1:48 scale die-cast is now available to purchase in 2 unique configurations. The first variation is equipped with a positionable A-Blade, functional winch …
On The Water: 1:24 Cat® D11’s Have Shipped!
Finishing their highly anticipated production cycle, we are excited to announce that the Cat® D11 and D11 Carry Dozer in precision 1:24 scale die-cast have been loaded into their container and are currently being shipped …
Just In: First Cat® 6030 Samples Have Arrived!
Recently, the first samples of the Cat® 6030 Hydraulic Shovel in both Backhoe and Front Shovel configurations were delivered to our warehouse. Upon close inspection of the model, we are thrilled with their progress and …
On The Water: 1:48 Cat® D7G’s Have Shipped!
Just completed in production and loaded for shipment, the Cat® D7G beautifully reproduced in 1:48 scale die-cast has shipped and, short of any complications, we expect to see these models delivered to our warehouse in …
Iron Profile: Cat® 308E2 CR SB
Setting the standard for compact tail swing excavators in the 8-ton size class, the 308E2 CR SB Mini Hydraulic Excavator combines superior performance with comfort while reducing operating costs. Featuring smooth, responsive load-sensing hydraulics, the …
Model-Machine: Cat® 6015B In The Field
When Peed Equipment Company finished building their 3rd Cat® 6015B, their Field Operations Manager and CCM enthusiast Ken Rudenski grabbed his 1:48 scale version of this machine from his office and headed out to the …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® 988B Wheel Loader – Die-cast
Introducing the next model in our 1:48 scale die-cast lineup is the 988B Wheel Loader. Produced by CCM in two configurations, the 988B will be available equipped with standard tires and general purpose bucket or …
Unsealed: Cat® D11N Dozers Have Arrived!
Making their journey across the water and through Customs with no issues or delays, we are excited to announce the the 1:48 scale precision die-cast Cat® D11N’s have just been delivered to our warehouse. A …
Unsealed: Cat® 583K’s Have Arrived!
We are pleased to announce that the 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 583K Pipelayer has just been delivered to our warehouse. After a thorough inspection, these models are being sorted and shipped to customers in the order …
Just In: First Cat® D7G Samples Have Arrived
We recently received the first samples of our upcoming die-cast reproduction of the Cat® D7G Dozer in precision 1:48 scale. After getting these models into the photo booth, they underwent a full review both in-house …
1:24 Cat® D11 Progress Update
We recently received samples of our upcoming 1:24 scale die-cast Cat D11 from our manufacturer, and after a thorough review and trip to our photo booth, we wanted to share with you a quick update …
Just In: First Samples of Cat® 633D/639D Elevating Scrapers
First samples of the upcoming 633D and 639D Elevating Scrapers have just been received from our manufacturer, and with only minor notes across the models, these have been approved for production. The extremely low production …
New Model Announcement: Cat® 651E & 657E Scrapers
Classic Construction Models is excited to announce the latest addition to our ever-growing collection of die-cast models, the Cat® 651E and 657E Wheel Tractor-Scrapers. These precision 1:48 scale models measure approximately 13¼” long, 3½” wide, and just …
Collector Showcase: Simon Dack
After a bit of a hiatus, the Collector Showcase series is back to introduce our collectors to the rest of the CCM scale model community. We recently had the opportunity to speak with Simon Dack …
COVID-19 Response
Classic Construction Models is committed to reducing potential health risks from the COVID-19 virus to our staff, families and community. With that in mind, we are working remotely until we have more clarity in the …
Under Review: Cat® 375L Receives Praise In Earthmovers’ Digger Man Blog
The Digger Man Blog from Earthmovers Magazine recently featured David Wylie’s in-depth review of the 1:48 scale Cat® 375L, and after reading what he had to say we felt the need to share this with our …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® D7G Dozer – Die-cast
Classic Construction Models is excited to announce the latest addition to our collection of 1:48 scale die-cast models, the Cat® D7G in 2 configurations. Standing approximately 5.7” long, 2.8” wide, and 2.7” tall at the …
Cat® 583K Pipelayer Update
We have just received an update from our manufacturer about the status of the upcoming Cat® 583K Pipelayer, which is nearing completion in the production stage at this point. Assuming there are no restrictions put …
Earthmovers in UK & Germany: A New Book from David Wylie
Recently published, David Wylie shared with us a copy of his latest book, Earthmovers in UK & Germany, which provides an inside look into the mining, quarry, demolition, and renewables industry in these countries. With …
Unsealed: Cat® 375L’s Have Arrived!
After an uneventful trip across the ocean and no delays in Customs, we are pleased to announce the Cat® 375L in 1:48 precision scale die-cast has been delivered to our warehouse. A thorough review of …
Just In: First Cat® D11N Samples Have Arrived!
Having just arrived at our warehouse, we were excited to unbox the first samples of the Cat D11N in 1:48 scale die-cast produced in four all-new configurations. After a quick trip to the photo booth, …
On The Water: Cat® 375L’s Have Shipped!
The latest models to complete their production cycle are the 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 375L models, which are now in the process of being shipped to our warehouse. We expect to have these models here and …
In The Yard with Peterson Cat®
One of the driving factors in our decision to produce the D8 Twin from brass in precision 1:24 scale was the influence of our good friends, Peterson Cat®. When Duane Doyle, Jr. of Peterson Cat …
Iron Profile: Cat® 631K / 637K Wheel-Tractor Scrapers
The 630K Wheel-Tractor Scrapers, introduced in 2016 as a full upgrade to the 630G line of scrapers, realized many improvements over the previous machine. Although bowl capacity remained the same over the G series, the …
Collector Showcase: Michael Johnston
Our Collector Showcase series is back to introduce some of our most active customers to the rest of our collector community! This month we had the opportunity to speak with Michael Johnston about his collection …
Unsealed: Cat® PR660 & 666 w/ 80-ton Scraper Have Arrived!
The latest models to join the collection of precision die-cast replicas in 1:48 scale from CCM, the Cat® PR660 & 666 w/ 80-ton Scraper have recently been delivered to our warehouse. After a thorough inspection …
Unsealed: Cat® D8 2U & D8 Twin Have Arrived
CCM is pleased to announce that the 1:24 scale Cat D8 2U & D8 Twin, modeled in highly detailed brass, have been delivered to our warehouse and are currently in the process of shipping out …
Cat® PR660 & 666 w/ 80-ton Scraper Have Shipped
We are pleased to announce that the 1:48 scale die-cast PR660 & 666 w/ 80-ton Scraper have completed production and are currently on the water in transit to our warehouse. Assuming there are no complications, …
New Model Announcement: Cat® 633D & 639D Elevating Wheel-Tractor Scrapers
CCM is excited to announce the modeling of two unique earthmoving machines, the single engine Cat 633D & tandem-powered 639D Elevating Wheel-Tractor Scrapers in 1:48 scale die-cast. Approximate measurements on these models are 12″ long, …
Just In: First Cat® 583K Samples Have Arrived!
We recently received the first sample model of the upcoming Cat® 583K Pipelayer, the latest model to join our ever-expanding collection of precision 1:48 scale die-cast replicas. Upon arrival, a full inspection and review of …
New Model Announcement: Cat® 583K pipelayer
Classic Construction Models is excited to present the latest die-cast model to join our ever-growing collection, the 583K Pipelayer in precision 1:48 scale. Measuring approximately 4.6″ long, 3″ wide (counterweight retracted), and 2.6″ tall (without …
Just In: First 375L Samples Have Arrived!
We recently received the pre-production sample models of each configuration from the upcoming Cat® 375L, the latest models to join our ever-expanding collection of precision 1:48 scale die-cast replicas. After a trip to the photo …
Unsealed: Cat® D8K’s Have Arrived!
Classic Construction Models is excited to announce that the 1:48 scale die-cast D8K’s have been delivered to our warehouse! After a thorough inspection of randomly selected samples from each variation, these models are cleared for …
Update – On The Water: Cat® D8K’s Have Shipped!
UPDATE: We just received notice that the Cat D8K container of models failed to set sail as scheduled. The anticipated arrival here at our warehouse has been changed to early August. Our 1:48 scale die-cast …
Models & Mods: Oliver Mariani
“Models & Mods” is back to spotlight the modifications done to our models at home by collectors. This month we had the opportunity to speak with Oliver Mariani from Austria about a few incredible hydraulic …
Just In: First D8 2U & D8 Twin Samples
We are excited to announce that the first samples of our upcoming 1:24 scale D8 2U & D8 Twin brass models have recently been completed and sent to us for review. Upon receiving the samples, …
Unsealed: Cat® D9L’s & 973’s Have Arrived!
We are pleased to announce the latest models to join our ever-expanding family of die-cast replicas, the Cat D9L Track-Type Tractor and Cat 973 Track Loaders in precision 1:48 scale, have been delivered to our …
On The Water: Cat® 973’s Have Shipped
We are excited to announce that the upcoming 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 973 models have completed production and are now being shipped to our warehouse. After their journey across the water and through Customs, we …
On The Water: Cat® D9L’s Have Shipped!
Production of our D9L Dozers has been completed and, after a final inspection, they are making the journey across the water before being delivered to our warehouse! Assuming no complications in shipping or Customs, we …
New Model Announcement: Cat® 6030 Hydraulic Mining Shovels
It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce the latest precision scale replicas to join our family of 1:48 scale die-cast models, the Cat® 6030 Backhoe and 6030 Face Shovel. Although we are just in …
Models & Mods – Felipe Russo & Marcio Barato
“Models & Mods” is back to spotlight the modifications done to our models at home by collectors. We recently had the opportunity to speak with Felipe Russo from Brazil about a project that he just completed …
Under Review: Best of 2018!
Every year, Toy Trucker & Contractor presents their ‘Best of’ scale model year-in-review, and we are proud to announce that this year we were named to this list not once, but twice! Both our Bucyrus-Erie …
New Model Announcement: 1:24 Caterpillar® D8 2U – Brass
Announcing the latest model to join our ever-expanding collection of museum-quality replicas, the D8 2U from brass in 1:24 scale. Standing at approximately 9.6″ long x 5.6″ wide x 3.6″ tall, this highly-detailed model will …
New Model Announcement: Caterpillar® D8 Twin
Patented as the ‘Tractor with Twin Power Plants’, Classic Construction Models is proud to introduce the D8 Twin as the latest 1:24 precision scale all-brass model to join our ever expanding family of museum quality …
Unsealed: Cat® D5K2 & 308E2 Are Now Available!
The latest additions to our 1:24 scale die-cast Contractor’s Collection Series, the D5K2 Dozer and 308E2 Mini Hydraulic Excavator, have been delivered to our warehouse! Upon arrival, several models were randomly selected for a thorough …
Under Review: Cat® 6090FS Receives High Praise in Laster & Bagger!
Many thanks to our friends at Laster & Bagger for their featured review of the 1:48 scale Cat® 6090FS Hydraulic Mining Shovel in their latest publication. With nothing but praise for this model, we couldn’t …
Latest Updates from CCM!
We have been working hard on new features for our website, and are pleased to announce that these updates are now available! Accessibility Features After receiving an email from one of our collectors who mentioned …
Just In: First Samples of the Cat® 666 & PR660 Are Here!
The first samples of the upcoming Cat® 666 80-ton Wheel-Tractor Scraper and PR660 Rear-Dump models in 1:48 scale die-cast have arrived and after a thorough review, both by us and Caterpillar®, these models have been approved …
On the Water: Cat® D5K2 & 308E2 Have Shipped!
The latest update to our highly-detailed 1:24 scale die-cast Contractor’s Collection, the D5K2 LGP Dozer and 308E2 Mini Hydraulic Excavator have left the manufacturer and are on the water! Assuming no complications in shipping or …
Just In: First Samples of the 973 Are Here!
The first samples of the upcoming Cat® 973 model in 1:48 scale die-cast have been delivered! After a thorough review, both by us and Caterpillar®, the necessary modifications have been addressed and new 3D parts …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® D11N Dozer – Die-cast
Announcing the newest upcoming models in our collection of precision 1:48 scale die-cast replicas, Classic Construction Models will be producing the Cat® D11N in 4 configurations. Standing approximately 9″ long, 4.5″ wide, and nearly 4″ …
Unsealed: Cat® D9G’s Have Arrived!
We are pleased to announce the arrival of the highly detailed Cat® D9G’s, the latest models to join our ever-expanding family of die-cast replicas in precision 1:48 scale. Produced in 3 configurations, the D9G has …
On the Water: Cat® D9G’s Have Shipped!
We are pleased to announce that the Cat® D9G in precision 1:48 scale die-cast has been shipped and we expect to see this model arriving at our warehouse around the middle of October. Although the DD9G …
Unsealed: Cat® 6090FS Has Arrived!
After their trip across the water and through Customs, the highly anticipated Cat® 6090FS has been delivered to our warehouse. Upon arrival, several models were randomly selected for a thorough quality inspection and we are …
New Model Announcement: 1:24 Cat® D11 Dozer – Die-cast
Announcing the latest addition to our collection of precision 1:24 scale die-cast models, it is with great excitement that we present to you the iconic Cat® D11 Dozer in 2 configurations. Produced with a U-Blade …
Model-Machine: Cat® 6015B In The Field
Recently, our friend David Fassinger from Pittsburgh, PA sent us a few photos of the Cat® 6015B he operates in the field, and he couldn’t resist the opportunity to bring his 1:48 scale replica along …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® 375L Excavator – Die-cast
Continuing our lineup of precision 1:48 scale die-cast models, Classic Construction Models is proud to present the Cat® 375L Hydraulic Excavator in 3 highly detailed configurations. Upon close inspection of these models, our collectors will …
On The Water: Cat® 6090 FS Has Shipped!
After a much anticipated production cycle, we are very happy to announce that the Cat® 6090FS in precision 1:48 scale die-cast has completed production and is currently being loaded for shipment. Assuming no complications in …
Unsealed: Bucyrus-Erie 1850-B ‘Brutus’
There was only one Bucyrus-Erie 1850-B ever built. Thankfully, this shovel has been saved from the scrappers and is available for the public’s viewing in West Mineral, Kansas, USA. CCM has produced a strictly limited …
Just In: First Samples of the Cat® D8K Are Here
We recently received the first sample models of each configuration from the upcoming Cat® D8K, the latest models to join our ever-expanding collection of precision 1:48 scale die-cast replicas. After a trip to the photo …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® PR660 Rear Dump & Cat 666 80-ton Scraper – Die-cast
Announcing the next two models to join our growing fleet of earthmoving replicas, Classic Construction Models is excited to present the Cat® PR660 Rear Dump & Cat 666 80-ton scraper in precision 1:48 scale die-cast. …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® 973 Track Loader – Die-cast
All new from Classic Construction Models is the Cat® 973 Track Loader in precision 1:48 scale die-cast. Produced in 3 configurations, the 973 will be modeled with a General Purpose Bucket and 3-Shank Ripper, an open cab …
Under Review: 287D Featured in Laster & Bagger (Trucks & Construction)
Many thanks to our friends at Laster & Bagger for their featured review of the 1:24 scale Cat® 287D Multi-Terrain Loader – the second model in our new Contractor Collection Series – in their latest …
Unsealed: Cat® 735B’s Have Arrived
After much anticipation, the 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 735B Articulated Dump Trucks made it safely across the water and have been delivered to our warehouse. With a thorough review of a few randomly selected models …
Just In: First Cat® D9L Samples Are Here
Moving quickly through pre-production, we were pleased to see the first samples of the upcoming D9L Track-Type Tractor in precision 1:48 scale die-cast that were delivered to our office. After a review of the model …
On the Water: Cat® 735B ADT
The highly anticipated 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 735B Articulated Dump Truck has completed production and, after a final review and inspection of the models, has been loaded into a container and onto a boat to …
Unsealed: Cat® 992B Wheel Loaders
With an uneventful trip across the water and through Customs, the 1:48 scale die-cast Cat® 992B Wheel Loaders have been delivered to our warehouse! After a thorough inspection of a random sample of models, we …
Contractor Collection Update: First Cat® D5K2 Samples Are Here
Recently, the first sample model of the Cat® D5K2 LGP Track-Type Tractor from our 1:24 scale die-cast Contractor Collection Series was delivered to our warehouse, and after a trip to the photo booth we are …
New Model Announcement: 1:48 Cat® D9L Track-Type Tractor
Classic Construction Models is proud to present the newest models to join our ever-expanding collection of highly detailed die-cast reproductions, the Cat® D9L Track-Type Tractor. Originally produced in 3 configurations at 1:48 scale – with …
On the Water: Cat® 992B Models Have Shipped
Our 1:48 scale die-cast 992B Wheel Loader – Standard and Beadless versions – has completed production and is on the water. With only a few small adjustments from the sample version, we are anxiously awaiting …