Tamiya M3 Lee 1/35

[panzer6]

Hi. This is my new built. Old Tamiya kit. This one's been purchased in 1991 and was waiting 22 years for me. Finally it's get in right hands.

The idea was to built just what they gave, but decided to do modification of few things. Just look.

The first step. I've replaced engine compartmens grills. Not exactly what I've wanted, but much better than originally.

The another thing to do was to close side holes above tracks. Personally I hate when people leaving it just like producer made... I've used modelling brass sheet.

This all for now...

To be continued

 

[mossiepilot]

Great start Bart, gonna be a good 'un.

Tony.

 

[tanktrack]

iv got this 1 in me stash also to build so I will be watching

steve

 

[panzer6]

Hi there. At this stage I've completed assembly.

Made up surface at main points.

These lower hull serial numbers below may are to big, but couldn't found any smaller in my model-scrap box. I hope they are better than nothing.

Little upgrade to top hatch hinges and side handles.

Quick glance at rear. I have to think out something about towing cable. Original is poor.

Turret and two replaced MG barrel. Tamiya's are not looking like gun barrels. I'm not sure are they in right position. All hints are welcome.

Turret with commander.

Finally last view before painting.

To be continued

 

[flyjoe180]

It's looking amazing already!

 

[papa 695]

Just seen this Panzer, and what a great job your doing ,love the modifications so far and looking forward to the painted artical

 

[rememal]

You are doing a good job on this, I hope you don`t spoil it by using the kit supplied tracks.

A question...Why have you put 2 .30 cal mg barrels on the turret main gun mount?

 

[panzer6]

Hi there. Rememal I don't want to disappoint you but yes I am going to fix the original from box tracks. It's a low budget production The barrel under 37 mm gun is fitted incorrectly. At this occasion let me show how did I fix the error.

Big respect for professional attention. Kind regards.

I should to be like surgeon... But was like butcher.

At the end of the day wasn't too bad.

Another faulty detail. Opened incorrectly turret hatch. Now is properly.

I hope it's better. Regards. Bart.

 

[tommy1drop]

Nice work Bart, really like the improvements you've made to the kit, looking forward to seeing more.

Tom

 

[eddiesolo]

Nice work there, the detailing is coming along grand.

Si