Mindmax Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 (edited) Dear forum members, I have seen the wonderful Turbolaser diorama from Tony Agustin from 2003. I was so fascinated from his work that I decided to build one as well. As I was not a model maker and have never tried to build something from scratch this project has been a big challenge for me. The X-Wings are from Bandai 1:72. In total it took me 200 hours +. I hope you like it! Edited July 19, 2018 by Mindmax Pictures were not available anymore. 42 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomMajor Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Truly amazing 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted May 4, 2016 Author Share Posted May 4, 2016 Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dermo245 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Wow, that's incredible. Do you have any pictures of in-progress on it? What kind of materials did you use? Cheers, Dermot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted May 4, 2016 Author Share Posted May 4, 2016 Thank you! Here some pictures of the Turbolaser in-progress: Part 1 http://s1160.photobucket.com/user/Mindmax/media/image_zpsa3xbctry.jpeg.html?sort=3&o=2 Part 2 http://s1160.photobucket.com/user/Mindmax/media/image_zpslrdib2kr.jpeg.html?sort=3&o=1 Part 3 http://s1160.photobucket.com/user/Mindmax/media/image_zpsmzulzhzc.jpeg.html?sort=3&o=0 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted May 4, 2016 Author Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) The framework has been done by thick paper plates (4mm). Over this I have glued styrene plates. The rest has been mostly done from styrene parts which I have cut the way I needed them. The gun center is bress and the rest has been made from styrene and Lego parts. Only a few parts are from other plastic models (helicopter, racing car, jet). Maybe I will replace the gun with a gun which looks more like the original gun. I can replace it easily because it is not glued with the tower itself. Edited May 4, 2016 by Mindmax 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Housesparrow Posted May 5, 2016 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Inspiring stuff! In my experience, simply knowing one can create something for sure, makes it so much easier to start on something that is seeminly tricky or complicated. With this thread scratch building stuff seem fun. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiesolo Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Top drawer build, superb stuff, one of my faves. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted May 6, 2016 Author Share Posted May 6, 2016 Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Modeller Posted May 8, 2016 Share Posted May 8, 2016 You say you were not a modelmaker before building this Mindmax, but you sure as hell are one now and a naturally talented one too if that's your first experience of this wonderful hobby?! All I can say is WOW!! You need to do some more of this modelmaking thing - very well done indeed sir, that looks fantastic!! Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCD081 Posted May 9, 2016 Share Posted May 9, 2016 Outstanding work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted May 10, 2016 Author Share Posted May 10, 2016 Many thanks to all of you! It makes me very happy that you like my work. Than it was worth the time I have spent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 stunning work, and love the X-wings just whizzing by .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted July 10, 2016 Author Share Posted July 10, 2016 Thank you batcode! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazB Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 That is incredible Gaz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Wow, really impressive! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeofbrian Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Such a beast, very nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Many thanks to all of you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spruecutter96 Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Stunning! The only word for it.... Thanks for sharing with us. Chris. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Impressive work! Love the fighters zooming past. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 Many thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLIPKNOT Posted July 7, 2018 Share Posted July 7, 2018 Truly stunning work and someone I could learn from, the detail is jaw dropping 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted July 7, 2018 Author Share Posted July 7, 2018 4 hours ago, SLIPKNOT said: Truly stunning work and someone I could learn from, the detail is jaw dropping Many thanks, very kind of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted July 7, 2018 Share Posted July 7, 2018 Not my subject but I think you've made a superb job there. The paintwork and finishing are outstanding. Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindmax Posted July 7, 2018 Author Share Posted July 7, 2018 14 minutes ago, Vinnie said: Not my subject but I think you've made a superb job there. The paintwork and finishing are outstanding. Well done. Thanks a lot Vinnie! Best, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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