Looking good. As I'm guessing there are no further 'clues' to add, any danger of telling us it's use?The building part of this model is now done All that was left was to add the remaining details from the kit, like head- and taillights, tool brackets and that kind of stuff, plus scratchbuilt tie-downs (see my previous M3 for the reason not to use the kit parts) and a plastic strip handle for the rear two doors of the superstructure.
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That’s exactly what it is — and good to see someone finally got it Bonus point to Steve!Its an M3 modified by the US army for trainees to get used to the look of an enemy tank.
Thanks I like somewhat oddball subjects, and this is certainly one of them.I must say Jakko from a modelling prospective this is a wonderful choice of subject to build. Also you have done an exceptional job with the transformation. Its been a real joy to watch it come together.
Well done Steve!!Its an M3 modified by the US army for trainees to get used to the look of an enemy tank. Here is a link for more information Crack That Tank
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I must say Jakko from a modelling prospective this is a wonderful choice of subject to build. Also you have done an exceptional job with the transformation. Its been a real joy to watch it come together. Good luck with the wet stuff
If you watch Crack That Tank, it does give that impression at one point, yes:Interesting, glad to know what it is at last. As to what it represents, maybe the Americans thought they were fighting the french? It looks quite like a Somua S35!
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Maybe an idea for a future model: leaf through Frituur Zorro looking for Italian lorries converted into ice cream vans …very disapointed that my guess of an Italian war front ice cream van was a little out.....
Thanks I’m still debating whether to paint it OD or panzer grey — I suppose OD would be the more likely colour of the real thing, but panzer grey more in keeping with what it’s intended to be. So probably the latter.Top notch modelling, looking forward to seeing the final vehicle.
Thanks I must say I was quite amused by a lot of the suggestions, serious and not-so-much bothThat is superb modelling. Exceptionally well done.
Congratulations to Steve for figuring out what it was and also to you for "entertainment thread of the year"
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