Airfix 1:35 Cromwell CS WIP

[Jakko]

The 17pdr was fitted to the A30 Challenger, which was a lengthened Cromwell hull, Six wheels per side instead of five!

I converted two Revell 1:72 Cromwells to a single Challenger some years ago. Not that easy a conversion, but also not that hard. I kind of want one in 1:35 … someday

Then they re-used the name for the Challenger 1 & 2 more recently.

And 3.

 

[Graeme C.]

I converted two Revell 1:72 Cromwells to a single Challenger some years ago. Not that easy a conversion, but also not that hard. I kind of want one in 1:35 … someday


And 3.

SKP Model did an A30 Challenger in 1/35, I have one lurking in the stash, not sure if they are available any more. You would think one of the manufacturers would think of doing one.

 

[Jakko]

SKP Model did an A30 Challenger in 1/35, I have one lurking in the stash, not sure if they are available any more.

I knew of that kit, but never bought (let alone built) it. SKP still exists, but the Challenger shows as both on sale and out of stock on their site

 

[slupanter]

WIP update; started adding texture lining to the bodywork edges, I'll clean up then with some inter-shading

 

[adt70hk]

Hi Alexander

That's coming on very nicely indeed.

Well done.

Andrew

 

[slupanter]

Last toning is done not until decals then oils.
I think I could have cut some steps out as the photo don't capture the subtle texture add with AB

 

[Tim Marlow]

Looking great Alexander. Seems a kit you can have real fun with.

 

[slupanter]

It's an excellent kit; I fancy building the 75mm version with turret bins next. I have a load of stowage for it, I don't know if I should add it all

 

[slupanter]

Post your mistakes and your successes, messed up two for the Polish decals, not sure how.
I need to find some replacements, open to ideas

 

[Graeme C.]

Hi Alexander, message sent regarding the decals.

 

[slupanter]

Hey all,

I am humbled by the fact that I received a salvo of decal offers from kind modellers on here and on Facebook. You are all a real credit to our hobby.
Airfix got in touch and sent my a set .

Thank you

 

[Tim Marlow]

Hey all,

I am humbled by the fact that I received a salvo of decal offers from kind modellers on here and on Facebook. You are all a real credit to our hobby.
Airfix got in touch and sent my a set .

Thank you

Very impressive, especially the manufacturer response.