Tom W. Posted November 19, 2022 Share Posted November 19, 2022 (edited) Hello The time has come to confront one of the legends. RFM model with a few additions: gunbarrel from Aber, PE parts from Voyager and RFM (fenders), headlight from Voyager, tracks from T-Rex and towing cables from Eureka. There will also be decals from Toro. As of today, the entire bottom is assembled. Not everything turned out as I expected but I am 80% satisfied. In the photos there is no lamp yet, because the lens from Voyger does not quite satisfy me. I'm still thinking to make this piece without glass with exposed interior. Edited November 19, 2022 by Tom W. 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milan Mynar Posted November 19, 2022 Share Posted November 19, 2022 Nice building. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Bob Posted November 19, 2022 Share Posted November 19, 2022 Impressive modelling, how were the tracks to assemble and fit? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo1966 Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 Well done with all that PE Tom. Looks great. George 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted November 20, 2022 Author Share Posted November 20, 2022 Thanks, mates 18 hours ago, Retired Bob said: how were the tracks to assemble and fit? The parts do not need to be cut or any grinding or correcting of the pin holes with any drill. Out of the box everything is immediately ready to assemble completely without glue like bricks from Denmark. The pins sit very firmly - there is no chance for them to fall out and the individual links are very movable and nothing gets blocked. A very solid product - strong competition for Friul and Masterclub metal links. 11 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Bob Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 Having assembled both Fruil and Masterclub tracks these T-Rex ones look very good, I will try and get hold of some. Thanks for the photo and advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HevyDevy Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 Looking great. I searched immediately for the tracks. No cleanup and no glue which is great. The local shop has this brand too, however they are out of stock now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjbartos Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 That is beautifully built Tom, I really like all the additions that you have made, it really does make a difference. I like the look of the tracks, I have heard of T-rex before, must have a look for future builds. Keep up the good work... Ed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 Looking good. Nice and crisp build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanReed Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 I built a set of their tiger tracks and put a dab of white glue on the end of the pin. More for insurance sake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 4 hours ago, DanReed said: I built a set of their tiger tracks and put a dab of white glue on the end of the pin. More for insurance sake. With the first track I gave too much by two links and had to subtract them later. The links had to be cut apart because otherwise it was impossible to move those pins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Hi Tom, It looks magnificent with all those additions, one of my favorite tanks, one day I have to get a better kit, because the one I made is an Eastern Express (no more)...and despite everything it was "cool"...lol . Cheers and TC Francis.👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted November 26, 2022 Share Posted November 26, 2022 Excellent work there Tom. The etched parts especially look good, as do the tracks. John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted December 13, 2022 Author Share Posted December 13, 2022 First steps with the turret. I reinforced the seam around the turret and made it more irregular than it was in the kit. I also added a bulge for electric traverse. In this way, the turret is prepared for the application of the casting texture. I added a mold-cut effect on the mantlet and sides of the turret. I also decided to "improve" the welds around the turret roof. The RFM one (1st pic.) was too perfect for the capabilities of the average Soviet welder. I think the new sloppy one fits this tank better. I also introduce the driver of this tank. His main combat task will be to cover the empty interior behind the driver's hatch. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted December 15, 2022 Author Share Posted December 15, 2022 Texture applied, a couple of welds came in, the casting serial numbers were made up, and now the sides of the turret are done. Now all that's left is to finish the turret roof and the mantlet with gun barrell. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memphis Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 Very nice and accurate work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Bob Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 Great attention to detail, this is going to look brilliant under a coat of paint. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mukund SB Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Great detailing..... Your PE work is top notch .... Thanks for sharing... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted December 17, 2022 Author Share Posted December 17, 2022 I missed a small detail on the back plate. Apparently most T-34s had such bushings so mine will have them too. The construction phase is now complete 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteH1969 Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 Very Very Nice work this will be interesting to follow. Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morantbay Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Gorgeous. Almost a shame to paint it. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIK122 Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 You've done a superb job on this😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrancisGL Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 Hi Tom, It looks really nice, with those PEs on the turret. It is a tank that I love, I hope to see it with its layer of paint already worn. One question, what are those two wires that come out in the opposite direction from the back above the circular cover?... Cheers and TC Francis.👍 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom W. Posted January 5, 2023 Author Share Posted January 5, 2023 Yhank you, mates. 3 hours ago, FrancisGL said: One question, what are those two wires that come out in the opposite direction from the back above the circular cover?. I think it has something to do with connecting additional fuel tanks and tanks with mixture to the smoke curtain. But just to be sure, I will ask my dad when I meet him because he was a T-34 driver in the army. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIK122 Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Tom W. said: Yhank you, mates. I think it has something to do with connecting additional fuel tanks and tanks with mixture to the smoke curtain. But just to be sure, I will ask my dad when I meet him because he was a T-34 driver in the army. I'm building a T34/85 at the moment and was wondering the same thing. Fuel lines for the auxiliary tanks or conduit for electrical cables!? I'm intrigued to know what your dad says! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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