FrancisGL Posted April 15, 2017 Share Posted April 15, 2017 (edited) Hi Pals, I finish working with this model. I have seen that it is a fairly simple kit, without major problems for assembly, with very good instructions. The tracks, are the originals, which although vinyl and not the best option, are "Tamiya", which is always a guarantee of quality, and have been very easy to assemble (they are wide and with 4 points of union instead of 2). I have chosen not to overload with extra equipment the vehicle, because it is in question to choose between there is a lot of equipment or lose the painting / detailed work underneath (detail cast, weathering ...). I have improved as much as possible, without complicating myself too much, some details of the kit, such as crystals for the periscopes, and the knobs of the boxes of spare parts, that I had spare in my box of pieces ... Still, I added something extra besides what the kit brings, crates boxes, ammo boxes, backpack, several, and wire roll. Although this is an old kit, modestly I think you could still get a good result, (I am reasonably happy with it), I have chosen to make the Marine version in Vietnam. I thank you all the fellows of the forum who have accompanied me in the assembly process and encouraged me with their comments to improve / continue. I include a link to the WIP section, in case someone is interested in seeing the post. Some shots details... And a bit of information... And I add some photos that I found in Google, very appropriate IHMO I think, of course only for information and with all rights for its legitimate authors. This is in the assault of Hue ... Thx to all for watch and comment, cheers mates Edited May 23, 2017 by FrancisGL 42 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted April 15, 2017 Share Posted April 15, 2017 Cracking. You've captured that typical dusty, grimy look well. Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted April 15, 2017 Share Posted April 15, 2017 fantastic looking build, very nice job on the scheme and great weathering. the mud and dirt look great.......nice work.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 16, 2017 Author Share Posted April 16, 2017 (edited) 23 hours ago, Buzby061 said: Cracking. You've captured that typical dusty, grimy look well. Pete Thx for your kind comments, cheers Pete Edited April 16, 2017 by FrancisGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin56 Posted April 16, 2017 Share Posted April 16, 2017 That's another brilliant build to add to your tally Francis, great "Vietnamese red earth" look. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 16, 2017 Author Share Posted April 16, 2017 On 15/04/2017 at 11:39, Buzby061 said: Cracking. You've captured that typical dusty, grimy look well. Pete Thx for your like and kind comments, i'm glad you like it, cheers Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted April 16, 2017 Share Posted April 16, 2017 Excellent work Francis, another beauty. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted April 16, 2017 Share Posted April 16, 2017 Outstanding finish on her,superb build! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted April 16, 2017 Share Posted April 16, 2017 Nice build, GREAT weathering. Beautifully done in every way. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini78 Posted April 17, 2017 Share Posted April 17, 2017 great work, now it needs a fitting dio! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 17, 2017 Author Share Posted April 17, 2017 22 hours ago, Gremlin56 said: That's another brilliant build to add to your tally Francis, great "Vietnamese red earth" look. Thx for your kind comment, I'm glad you like it, cheers Julian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted April 17, 2017 Share Posted April 17, 2017 It turned out really well Francis. Now all it needs is a suitable base and a couple of "grunts" standing beside it. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorby Posted April 17, 2017 Share Posted April 17, 2017 Very nice detailing, painting and weathering! Outstanding! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 17, 2017 Author Share Posted April 17, 2017 12 hours ago, DAG058 said: Excellent work Francis, another beauty. Thx for your kind comment, cheers DAG058 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgentG Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 That is exactly what I remember. Marvelous work sir. G 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 On 17/04/2017 at 00:21, stevej60 said: Outstanding finish on her,superb build! Thx for your kind comments, i'm glad you like it, cheers Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Great job Francis! It really does look superb! Brilliant detailing and weathering. Very well done. Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Francis that is very smart! As others have already said, you've done a cracking job with it, the weathering / dirt is superb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badder Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Superb job Francis. I can't fault it. The weathering is spot on, not overdone, and the mud and dirt is fantastic. Rearguards Badder. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 21, 2017 Author Share Posted April 21, 2017 On 17/04/2017 at 00:50, stevehnz said: Nice build, GREAT weathering. Beautifully done in every way. Steve. Thx for your like and kind comments, i'm glad you like it, cheers Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 22, 2017 Author Share Posted April 22, 2017 On 17/04/2017 at 09:10, Reini78 said: great work, now it needs a fitting dio! Thx for your kind comments, you're quite right, I'd like to make a diorama, but unfortunately I have no room .... Cheers Reini Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 23, 2017 Author Share Posted April 23, 2017 On 17/04/2017 at 11:06, Bullbasket said: It turned out really well Francis. Now all it needs is a suitable base and a couple of "grunts" standing beside it. John. Thx for your kind comments, i'm glad you like it, you're right, a base it would be great,but I have no room, with the grunts, I would not have that problem, but unfortunately, with the figures I do not have enough skill (for now, I hope ...), especially in the faces ... Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
builder52 Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Hello companion, still a superb realization which you made there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 On 17/04/2017 at 11:13, Gorbygould said: Very nice detailing, painting and weathering! Outstanding! Thx for your kind comments, cheers mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted April 25, 2017 Author Share Posted April 25, 2017 On 18/4/2017 at 17:18, AgentG said: That is exactly what I remember. Marvelous work sir. G Coming from someone who really saw them, it is a magnificent compliment, i'm glad you like it, thx for your kind comment, cheers G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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