Long haul Scania 143H Tractor build Part 1

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That truck is ready for export


nice weathering and great details like those wheels are amazing
 
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Thanks guys. Glad u like the build guys.
 
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I have been working on the trailer for the Scania 142H long based chassi for some time now. So far this is where I am. I have finally added the side wind deflectors, which I painted black. I also toned down some of the weathering on the passenger side. Still have a little toning down near the windshield as well.


The trailer was scratch built and it is 90% complete. I have to add more details and a bit more subtle weathering around the trailer. I tried to make it look somewhat out dated by design but yet have a kinda modern feel to the rest of the overall look. I decided on the mix color combo; has the trailer, had been painted unprofessinally several times during its hard course life. Secondly, I wanted it to be different and stand out.


I am making the precast concrete slabs that will eventually be placed on the trailer when done..I am experimenting with various materials. The ones you see in the pics are made from posterboards. We will see what I end up using. The trailer has rest mounts for four precast slabs, which in turn can double up on each mount depending on thickness of the precast slab.


So I hope you like the trailer and the overall look of this tractor/trailer combo so far.


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Lee W

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As normal Charles...amazing!!!


Lee :smiling3:
 

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lov it superb looking rig,real well done with the weathering ,i do like the tires ,some of the best I,have seen,


very well done, ;)
 
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Thanks gals n' guys. A little skeptical in the beginning but I think it might turn out ok.
 
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My gosh Charles, that is truly out of this world man!!! Stunning techniques all around
 

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Just caught this one and I'm dumbstruck ( you want to improve??? ) this sort of model should be in a scandal museum!!


Fantastic build and the weathering is second to none


Awesome


Robert
 
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Outstanding build & paintwork Charlie, weathering is stunning, put's my work to shame mate
 

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That is superbly done Charles......... Absolutely stunning work.
 
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