Gekko_1 Posted November 8, 2017 Author Share Posted November 8, 2017 Here's a few quick shots before I embark on the additional sensors and mini cameras..................... Cheers Richard. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugle07 Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 The extras look just right for a Star Wars machine, based on real life. What was the sniffer device before it joined the Imperial Navy? Looks familiar. Great stuff. Geoff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James B Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 This is absolutely incredible. You are a very skilled person and I am extremely jealous. I have one questions though, is there a reason all of the weapons and redish coloured parts have no weathering or chipping? I noticed the small prod things at the front (apologies for my ignorance not knowing what these are) jut out and the edges would be right in the firing line for sand/dust abrasion, as well as being the first things taht would get knocked, or scratched when squeezing between rocks, or trees etc. I guess they could have only just been bolted onto the frame as a later update, but I would imagin if they were doing that, and all the wiring that would go with it, they'd get the prior battle damage touched up at the same time? Just my 2 cents. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted November 8, 2017 Author Share Posted November 8, 2017 3 hours ago, Bugle07 said: The extras look just right for a Star Wars machine, based on real life. What was the sniffer device before it joined the Imperial Navy? Looks familiar. Great stuff. Geoff Thanks Geoff. The Sniffer unit was found in a vitamin jar, I think the contents are meant to keep the vitamins dry? Anyway as soon as I saw it I thought to myself - "That has Science Fiction modelling potential!" I didn't know at the time what I was going to use it on, and have since collected several, but just knew the day would come! Contemplating the mods that were going to go on the AT-ST to bring it up to AT-STP (Pathfinder) standard I just simply started mucking about with options and came up with what you see. Richard. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted November 8, 2017 Author Share Posted November 8, 2017 4 hours ago, James B said: This is absolutely incredible. You are a very skilled person and I am extremely jealous. I have one questions though, is there a reason all of the weapons and redish coloured parts have no weathering or chipping? I noticed the small prod things at the front (apologies for my ignorance not knowing what these are) jut out and the edges would be right in the firing line for sand/dust abrasion, as well as being the first things taht would get knocked, or scratched when squeezing between rocks, or trees etc. I guess they could have only just been bolted onto the frame as a later update, but I would imagin if they were doing that, and all the wiring that would go with it, they'd get the prior battle damage touched up at the same time? Just my 2 cents. Thanks James. The redish coloured parts are primered parts that had no time to be painted properly because of the urgent need to get this highly modified AT-ST out into the field to assist other reconnaissance units in the detection of Sand People insurgent forces that were hindering the Empire's control on Tatooine (post Episode IV time period). Hence they are newer parts attached to an already weather beaten machine. That is why some of the AT-STP (Pathfinder) is mostly weathered and other parts, Imperial Grey and red primer are newer. I'm following the "real world" examples of what American and allied forces have had to do to counter insurgent forces in Afghanistan and Iraq over the last 16 years as an example of what sorts of ad hoc modifications the Empire has had to come up with under similar circumstances on Tatooine against continuing Sand People resistance. The prod things are IED detector whiskers. (35th scale US military aerial mounts) These whiskers are used to detect microscopic movement in sand and dirt, plus changes in moister at ground level. They are positioned where they are so as to get maximum clearance from the main body. Plus it was the only real place the two Imperial Engineers, unlucky enough to find themselves garrisoned on Tatooine, could find that would fit with everything else that would have to be externally mounted on an already busy frame. No wiring necessary for these units as they are internally powered and transfer data electronically. The role of the AT-STP (Pathfinder) is to sit further back on the battlefield and use its sophisticated electronic equipment to detect a whole host of environmental changes to the natural environment. Moister, carbon dioxide, movement, electronic emissions, changes in temperature, sound and many other things. It still retains its ability to fight it out should that be necessary too. Cheers Richard. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James B Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 I love it, and thank you for taking the time to explain. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpopandchips Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 What totally fantastic modeling, you really are making the best of this kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Rose Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 Whoa! Sensors ahoy! They look very cool 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheVoidDragon Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 This is awesome, certainly one of the more unique AT-ST models i've seen. The paint scheme alone would have been quite impressive, but all the modifications make it far better! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted November 27, 2017 Author Share Posted November 27, 2017 (edited) Here’s the legs. Nearly finished. Just have to add some more sensors around the main head, add sand/dust to the right leg and think about how the crew figures are going to look. Edited November 27, 2017 by Gekko_1 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 Looks great so far 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Moore Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Amazing work Richard. The sensors have really given it a unique look. Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugle07 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 That's something special there! Crew as well? Cracking! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Love it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted October 11, 2018 Author Share Posted October 11, 2018 Finally updated all the broken links, thanks to Photobucket! 🖕 The model is off to competition this weekend. Because of that, I've decided not to bother about the additional sensors or crew, I'm calling this one done. Just have to finish the base. The base. The base/display case is Trumpeter item no. 09807 which fits the AT-ST perfectly. Even with the additional sensors, I have about 2mm to spare! I'll take some proper studio photos after the comp. Richard. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Rose Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Nice! Looks very cool in the case! I recently had to repair LOTS of links in topics, every sympathy for you Gekko, it is indeed tedious!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted October 11, 2018 Author Share Posted October 11, 2018 7 minutes ago, Hunter Rose said: Nice! Looks very cool in the case! I recently had to repair LOTS of links in topics, every sympathy for you Gekko, it is indeed tedious!! Cheers! Yes, tedious indeed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted May 2, 2023 Author Share Posted May 2, 2023 (edited) Hi guys, I've entered this model into the 2023 Bandai Star Wars Competition at Hobbyco in Australia. If you could be so kind as to vote for me on their Hobbyco Facebook page I'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you. Here's the link: https://www.facebook.com/Hobbyco.Sydney/posts/pfbid02prnsUk58E6ZgshLX8CMjK4MsohNQNsUaQBi1oVsWFJgy4Yc7M31zYdTQfkTDF2tl Cheers Richard. Edited May 2, 2023 by Gekko_1 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bandsaw Steve Posted May 3, 2023 Share Posted May 3, 2023 Have just cast my vote. And it was even for you as well! 😜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gekko_1 Posted May 3, 2023 Author Share Posted May 3, 2023 1 hour ago, Bandsaw Steve said: Have just cast my vote. And it was even for you as well! 😜 Awesome, thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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