robgizlu Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 This was begun a long while ago and has sadly sat neglected with boats having got in the way. So with a long boat build near completion ML196 Fairmile B - Landing Craft Control, it's time for some light relief. This model seems to have been somewhat disregarded by the modelling fraternity. The rather unglamorous cousin to the universal carrier, over 26,000 were built for use as an artillery trailer and other general transport duties This reference book is invaluable This Build will fit with a Riich QF 6Pdr gun already long built. In fact the Bronco offering now comes packaged with the gun. Work commences with the engine which is admirably well detailed And the Floor pan which builds without drama The bogie assembly is a little tricky with the springs an etch tool is pretty essential for some of the construction More soon - thanks for looking Rob 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 5 hours ago, robgizlu said: The bogie assembly is a little tricky with the springs .........but it does make it look good though, better than Tamiya's moulded offerings. It's coming along nicely especially with the etched brass. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingsman Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 Interesting. I hadn't realised that the Loyd was built on a chassis like a light truck. I suppose I'd always assumed it was a monocoque like the Universal Carrier. Was it actually a Ford truck chassis? It was the same Ford V8 engine (and geabox?) as the Universals. As you say, something of a Cinderella workhorse long in the shadow of its Universal cousin. In many ways it can be seen as the successor to the Light Dragon. Detail and fit look OK. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 A lot of detail for what I imagine is quite a small model Kev 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robw_uk Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 always been tempted by this kit so will be watching 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted June 3, 2019 Author Share Posted June 3, 2019 On 6/2/2019 at 12:53 AM, Das Abteilung said: Interesting. I hadn't realised that the Loyd was built on a chassis like a light truck. I suppose I'd always assumed it was a monocoque like the Universal Carrier. Was it actually a Ford truck chassis? It was the same Ford V8 engine (and geabox?) as the Universals. As you say, something of a Cinderella workhorse long in the shadow of its Universal cousin. In many ways it can be seen as the successor to the Light Dragon. Detail and fit look OK. Apparently the chassis originated from a Fordson 7V 15cwt truck and was simply reversed with the Ford V8 engine, not certain about the gearbox. On 6/1/2019 at 3:54 PM, Bullbasket said: .........but it does make it look good though, better than Tamiya's moulded offerings. It's coming along nicely especially with the etched brass. John. And the Brass is definitely fiddly On 6/2/2019 at 9:50 AM, longshanks said: A lot of detail for what I imagine is quite a small model Kev Positively large compared to 1/72 you know whats On 6/2/2019 at 12:48 PM, robw_uk said: always been tempted by this kit so will be watching I think it's a very tidy kit Rob. The tracks are link and length and whilst small went together reasonably happily With the tracks completed - the trackguards, seats and sidewalls are worked on next Thanks for looking Rob 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoat2966 Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 Really making look into Bronco more after seeing this one so far......really nice looking kit and a good build...... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted June 10, 2019 Author Share Posted June 10, 2019 The side walls fit neatly and it belongs to look like a Loyd Carrier with it's distinctive sloping front All together harder were the etched ammo rack frames, it was a struggle to keep them square and TBH - I made a bit of a hash of them The front box will have a "Value Gear" Tarp sitting atop The light guard was suitably taxing Thanks for looking Rob 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris B Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Super. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 Thanks Kris. The options are for a carrier without a tarp, with a tarp or just with a tarp frame. It'll be important to see the interior so it's a carrier with a frame but without a tarp Using Tamiya liquid cement the separate pieces are located using Gator grip PVA glue and then the longitudinal section is "welded" with the Tamiya glue. Easier than it threatened.. The "formers" for the tarp are heated in a Cigarette lighter flame to soften and then are "rolled" over a 2mm metal rod to "curve" them. on again easier than imagined... The straps to hold the front tarp frame come in 2 bits and fitted easier than I feared... Here's what the tarp looks like...... Should you wish ....... there are plastic parts to either add the side tarp panes raised or lowered. I've been struck by this iconic photo of a Loyd carrier from the Wessex Regiment so I've tried to replicate the chain and rope around the front axle... And one of the bonuses of this kit is all the stowage goodies supplied though sadly, the ammo boxes don't come with decals A small purchase redresses this oversight Primer and paint next ... Thanks for looking Rob 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Sweet!! Glad you've gone for no tarp. There is far to much detail to be hidden. Looks like it's been an enjoyable build Kev 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 For such a small model, there's a lot of detail packed into it, and you're making a great job of it. Nice one. John. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewy Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 What a smashing little kit, beautifully built too 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoat2966 Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Yes, I have to say Bronco has suitably impressed me here......really nice detail and all in one box. I just picked up a Bronco kit for the first time; an Opel saloon car. I think this carrier will join the stash in the near future.......really nice build and doesn’t seem problematic......doing a really nice job👍👍👍👍 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaoinas Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Wow! Looking very good. A lots of details for such a small vehicle. Can't wait to see it painted. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Well looks like you are having a great time with this little kit and the details are great Nice change from the floating things. beefy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flashlight Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Very good job! I admire your skill with the etched parts, really well done! I wouldn't be able to do this like you do. Have a nice day Nick 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikolay Polyakov Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Such an impressive work, Rob! 👏 This little kit with all the additional details looks fantastic! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McNab Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Beautiful, and very tidy modelling going on here! Your PE work if fantastic. cheers Andrew 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzy Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 Fantastic build Rob, I'll definitely be looking out for one of these. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Jan Scholte v. Mast Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 Hello. Hats off for the quality of modeling. I really like the build of this vehicle, tremendous job with all the detail shown. I wonder if these were left on the beach of Dunkirk? As I'm not familiar with any British or any Allied armor, would it be possible the Germans took them as Beute in the early days of WWII? Kind regards, Robert Jan 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoat2966 Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 1 hour ago, Robert Jan Scholte v. Mast said: Hello. Hats off for the quality of modeling. I really like the build of this vehicle, tremendous job with all the detail shown. I wonder if these were left on the beach of Dunkirk? As I'm not familiar with any British or any Allied armor, would it be possible the Germans took them as Beute in the early days of WWII? Kind regards, Robert Jan Yes, plenty left behind. The British Universal Carrier's were a favourite of the German army.......a lot were sent to the eastern front. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Jan Scholte v. Mast Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 Ok. But a Universal Carrier differs from a Loyd Carrier. Seen a lot of Universals on rail wagons with the Balken Kreuzen, never seen the Loyd's. I simply love the looks of this kit, especially the exposed engine. Kind regards and thanks for the info, Robert Jan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelholic Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 The engine does have a metal cover around it. I suspect Rob's left it off for painting purposes. But it'd be easy enough to model it open to display the engine. Tom 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted June 23, 2019 Author Share Posted June 23, 2019 Thanks Fellas for all the kind comments. On 6/18/2019 at 3:02 PM, Robert Jan Scholte v. Mast said: Hello. Hats off for the quality of modeling. I really like the build of this vehicle, tremendous job with all the detail shown. I wonder if these were left on the beach of Dunkirk? As I'm not familiar with any British or any Allied armor, would it be possible the Germans took them as Beute in the early days of WWII? Kind regards, Robert Jan Jan, I'm not certain but I strongly suspect these did not form part of the BEF and as such would not have been at Dunkirk. The Capricorn publication tells me that the first vehicles were only delivered to "combat units in second half of 1940". Lots of Universal (Bren) Carriers but I suspect NO Loyd carriers. On 6/18/2019 at 8:12 PM, Modelholic said: The engine does have a metal cover around it. I suspect Rob's left it off for painting purposes. But it'd be easy enough to model it open to display the engine. Tom Correct Tom, It will be open at one side though I didn't "wire" the engine which I regret now Rob 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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