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Hovertank part 2

Started by kerick, December 30, 2017, 08:18:19 PM

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kerick

It appears that my hovertank post has disappeared, at least I can't find it. So here is the original post and my latest update.
Thanks to all who commented. I appreciate your input.

This will be my attempt at building a hovertank.
The black sides and the white front are parts from computer printers cut down to approximately 1/35th scale size. The other white parts are plastic sheet. The louver on top is from a car part.







I have no idea what to use as a turret. I might go Swedish "S" tank and use no turret at all. Or I could use the spare M48 turret, M51 Isherman turret or the old CD player I have in the drawer. All suggestions are welcome.



Making a little progress on the hovertank. I've closed in the front glasis plate area.


I tried the CD player as a turret but it was too big. I found this old base for a microphone in the drawer of stuff. It should make a good turret.



I glued on some plastic sheet to cover holes I don't want showing. I'm calling it applique armor.

" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

zenrat

Ohhh yes.  This is good.
Use the thing you have mocked up as the turret, it looks great.

:thumbsup:
Fred

- Can't be bothered to do the proper research and get it right.

Another ill conceived, lazily thought out, crudely executed and badly painted piece of half arsed what-if modelling muppetry from zenrat industries.

zenrat industries:  We're everywhere...for your convenience..

PR19_Kit

It looks pretty good so far, but I can't remember seeing a previous thread about it. When did you start it off?
Kit's Rule 1 ) Any aircraft can be improved by fitting longer wings, and/or a longer fuselage
Kit's Rule 2) The backstory can always be changed to suit the model

...and I'm not a closeted 'Take That' fan, I'm a REAL fan! :)

Regards
Kit

Dizzyfugu

The turret shape looks cool. A mouse (part of)?

kerick

Quote from: PR19_Kit on December 30, 2017, 11:09:22 PM
It looks pretty good so far, but I can't remember seeing a previous thread about it. When did you start it off?

23 Dec.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

kerick

#5
Quote from: Dizzyfugu on December 31, 2017, 01:41:27 AM
The turret shape looks cool. A mouse (part of)?

The base for a mike. They are really handy.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

kerick

I'm going with "vectorable anti gravity drive". A system able to climb hills and drive straight in a crosswind.
That's my story and I'm stickn' to it!

I managed to get a little work done on the turret. Too cold around here to do much else. I'll have pic tomorrow.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

kerick

Just a couple of progress shots.
Basic turret is just about done, time to accessorize!





Gun barrel and hatch are from the M51 Isherman kit.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

Rick Lowe

Looking good!
The muzzle brake still looks futuristic, even now...

zenrat

I presume the vectorable anti-grav drive also includes recoil compensation?
Fred

- Can't be bothered to do the proper research and get it right.

Another ill conceived, lazily thought out, crudely executed and badly painted piece of half arsed what-if modelling muppetry from zenrat industries.

zenrat industries:  We're everywhere...for your convenience..

Rick Lowe

#10
Quote from: zenrat on January 03, 2018, 11:57:29 PM
I presume the vectorable anti-grav drive also includes recoil compensation?

Well, with all the lessons the Slammers have taught us, I should darn well hope so!

Quote from: kerick on January 03, 2018, 05:35:05 PM

Basic turret is just about done, time to accessorize!


Don't forget the essential rules:

No stripes with dots

No checks under any circumstances

Tartan is just WRONG!!

Basic Black is always in fashion.  :thumbsup:

;D ;D

Dizzyfugu

Quote from: kerick on December 31, 2017, 06:02:15 AM
Quote from: Dizzyfugu on December 31, 2017, 01:41:27 AM
The turret shape looks cool. A mouse (part of)?

The base for a mike. They are really handy.

Cool!  :thumbsup:

ti

Charles
What we perceive to be may not be what we believe to be.
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kerick

Thanks for the kind comments!
Real life is in the way lately but things do progress. Pics soon.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

kerick

Added a few bits to the turret.



Some sensor do hickies and smoke grenade launchers.



I also placed some Perfect Plastic Putty around the turret mounting plate to blend it in. Sanding and probably more putty await.

I need to know what I could do with the back side of this beast. Any ideas?



" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise