mattypark Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 Hello all, I thought I would post some pictures of a project I have been working on, and finally completed not too long ago. I scratch-built an HO Scale (1:87) replica of Hersheypark's "Flying Falcon" ride, a Huss Condor. Here are 2 videos of the original I found on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fE05QDm2W1g http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xfx8dpsOahU And here are pictures of my project: Boarding position ready for riders: Starting to climb the tower: Up, Up, And Away: At the top, side view: Closeup of the center assembly: Climbing down the tower: Nobody is in line! "2 Riders Per Car, Regardless of Size:" Here we go again: Still a work in progress, but it's time to move on for now. Thanks for looking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmereStars Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 that looks pretty cool, does it work or is it just a prop?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 That is so cool... Awesome work! What are the model's dimensions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamikazewatermelon Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 Judging by how the cars are swinging out, I'd say thisis fully working! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattypark Posted November 26, 2008 Author Share Posted November 26, 2008 Thank you all for your comments. Unfortunately this is just a static model. I can raise or lower it by hand if I want, but creating a working model of this type is out of my level of skill or knowledge - not to mention wallet. The tower is about 13'' high (100 feet in HO Scale) and platform approximately 11'' wide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ccron10 Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Wow, that looks cool and incredibly detailed. You even have ride signs, the exit gates, and queue line. Do you have plans on building any more of the park's other rides? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattypark Posted November 27, 2008 Author Share Posted November 27, 2008 Yes I am working on trying to build an entire layout...I would say about 70% of it will be inspired by HP, but it will be more of my own creation than a replica of HP. I did work on a replica of the "Conestoga" but it's being refurbished right now. I will take a few pictures when that is complete. A bit off topic, but is it me, or was that ride awesome? I was sad to see it go! Almost makes me want to take a trip to Lake Winnie to go on it again. Happy Thanksgiving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRTeller Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Its good to see that theres some talented ride makers out there still. Maybe I'll make a few new ones in the near future. But thanks for sharing, I'm glad the hobby is still alive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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