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Hymac 880 Excavator - 3D Printed Model – Multiple Scales – Railway-Compatible Options

Introduced in 1968, the Hymac 880 was one of the larger machines in the Hymac range, weighing in at around 22.3 tonnes. While not massive by modern standards, it was considered a serious machine in its day — widely used for:

Deep excavation work
Bulk earthmoving
Scrap and heavy material handling
The 880 quickly became known for its capability and rugged performance, sitting just below the rare 1080 and 1290 machines in the range.

In 1972, the upgraded 880C variant was introduced, featuring improvements including a Volvo engine and optional configurations such as face shovel setups.

For many operators, machines like the 880 represent a hands-on era of plant operation — where skill, timing, and a fair bit of effort were required to get the best out of the machine.

Model Features

Accurate representation of the Hymac 880 / 880C
Detailed boom, dipper, bucket, and tracked undercarriage
Supplied with metal fixings (nuts & bolts) for assembly
Includes flexible filament hoses for realistic hydraulic lines
Decal set included for finishing touches
Plastic window insert included on applicable scales

Scale Options & Functionality
Large Scales (1:35, 1:32, 1:24, 1:16)
Fully articulated arm and bucket
Rotating upper body
Includes flexible rubber hydraulic hoses
Supplied with metal nuts and bolts for strong assembly
These versions are ideal for display pieces and hands-on modelling, offering maximum realism and movement.

Mid Scales (1:43, 1:50)
Stationary arm and bucket (fixed position for strength)
Rotating upper body
Includes transparent window insert
A perfect balance between detail and durability for collectors and diorama use.

Small Scales (1:76, 1:87)
Fixed structure for durability
Rotating body retained where possible
No window insert included
Cab is hollowed for scale accuracy

Designed for railway layouts and small-scale scenes where robustness is key.Model Details:

Material: Resin printed for high detail and precision
Windows: Solid or transparent depending on scale
Includes: Water slide decal sheet for added realism
Assembly Required: Models are supplied in parts and will require assembly
Painting Required: Delivered unpainted – ready for you to customise
Use: Suitable for display, dioramas, or model railways (especially transport versions)

Model Railway Compatibility:

The 1:76 and 1:43 scales feature the excavator arm in the lowered position used for transit—perfect for use on flatbed wagons or construction site scenes.

Material & Finish
Material: High-quality resin 3D print
Finish: Supplied unpainted
Assembly: Multi-part kit (fixings included where applicable)

Ideal For
Construction and groundwork dioramas
Model railway layouts (especially OO gauge)
Vintage plant collectors
Weathering and detailing projects

Important Notes
Supplied unpainted – ready for priming and finishing
Minor surface marks from printing may be present and can be easily cleaned
Designed for adult collectors and modellers

Why This Model Stands Out
This model doesn’t just capture the look of the Hymac 880 — it reflects how the real machine worked, with scale-specific engineering that balances realism, durability, and usability across every size.

If you would like the model in a different scale or size, please contact us. We can print most models to the size you need.

	About our models All our models are provided unpainted and may require some limited clean-up. These models are a NOT SOLD AS TOYS. Due to the production method, they should not be given to children without adult supervision. A product safety and aftercare document will be included with your purchase. Models are not food safe.
	Production and shipping. All our models are printed to order. Printing is usually completed within a few days, but bulk orders and large models may take longer to print. During busy periods, it can take up to 10 days to dispatch orders, but this uncommon. Models are printed and shipped in from the UK. We 3D print our models with a high-quality resin which precisely replicates fine details. The resin is ?ABS-like? which means it is less fragile and has little bit of flex. Once printed, models are then cleaned and have support material removed. A small amount of support material may remail on the model, but this can be removed with a craft knife or clippers. The models are usually printed hollow.
	Combined postage ? often eBay will automatically combine postage. However, if this does not happen send us a message and we are happy to refund postage

About our models

All our models are provided unpainted and may require some limited clean-up.

These models are a NOT SOLD AS TOYS. Due to the production method, they should not be given to children without adult supervision.

A product safety and aftercare document will be included with your purchase.

Models are not food safe.

Production and shipping.

All our models are printed to order. Printing is usually completed within a few days, but bulk orders and large models may take longer to print. During busy periods, it can take up to 10 days to dispatch orders, but this uncommon.

Models are printed and shipped in from the UK.

We 3D print our models with a high-quality resin which precisely replicates fine details. The resin is ?ABS-like? which means it is less fragile and has little bit of flex.

Once printed, models are then cleaned and have support material removed. A small amount of support material may remail on the model, but this can be removed with a craft knife or clippers. The models are usually printed hollow.

Combined postage ? often eBay will automatically combine postage. However, if this does not happen send us a message and we are happy to refund postage

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