first tank

dubix88

Member since
March 2003
From: Maine,USA

first tank

Posted by dubix88 on Saturday, August 16, 2003 6:48 PM

HEY,
I am going to buil;d my first tank soon and i want it to be WWII German tank. What scale do you guys suggest? Any tips at all regarding tanks and weathering and such would be much appreciated. Thanks in advane.

Randy Tongue [:P]

THATS MY VOTE "If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there is a man on base." -Dave Barry In the words of the great Larry the Cable Guy, "GIT-R-DONE!!!"

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 16, 2003 6:59 PM

1/35 is readily available and easy to manipulate.

all you need to do is decide if you want to do a diorama for it as well then just do your weathering off of that ( use the environment , it's effects on that vehicle plus battle wear ). you'll turn out a good project just take your time. Most importantly have fun and don't get frustrated with it..

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shermanfreak

Member since
January 2003

Posted by shermanfreak on Saturday, August 16, 2003 7:07 PM

Hey Randy

I also would suggest 1/35, more stuff available in that scale.

As far as weathering goes, once you've decided on the kit and the "scene", we'll be able to help you out a little bettter.

Happy Modelling and God Bless Robert

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tigerman

Member since
March 2003
From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA

Posted by tigerman on Saturday, August 16, 2003 7:24 PM

I would go with 1/35 also, easy scale to work with and more aftermarket parts available. Can you imagine doing single tracks in 1/72? Of course modelers who do that scale will undoubtedly disagree with me. Smile [:)]

Eric

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 16, 2003 7:47 PM

Hey Randy,

I would also agree on 1/35 scale. Now, if it's your 1st tank, I would suggest doing a Tamiya Panther. The newer DML Dragon kits are also nice.

Gosh, I love getting new "Darkside" recruits Evil [}:)]

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Anonymous

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November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 16, 2003 7:55 PM

yeah i agree about a 1/35th Tamiya Panther Ausf G (any of them ) or the Tamiya Kingtiger

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dubix88

Member since
March 2003
From: Maine,USA

Posted by dubix88 on Saturday, August 16, 2003 9:22 PM

HEY,
I am hoping to do a German Panther in terrain in the likes of the Battle of the bulge. It was snowy and muddy in some places. Thanks for any help.

Randy

THATS MY VOTE "If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there is a man on base." -Dave Barry In the words of the great Larry the Cable Guy, "GIT-R-DONE!!!"

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Anonymous

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November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 16, 2003 11:49 PM

If you really want to be able to detail and build it right 1:1 scale is the best or just go for the 1:35. LOL

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dubix88

Member since
March 2003
From: Maine,USA

Posted by dubix88 on Sunday, August 17, 2003 8:59 AM

HEY,
Already got a 1/1. It is way too heavy to transport when i move though. Maybe if i lost the ammo. LOL Just kiddin.

Randy

THATS MY VOTE "If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there is a man on base." -Dave Barry In the words of the great Larry the Cable Guy, "GIT-R-DONE!!!"

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tigerman

Member since
March 2003
From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA

Posted by tigerman on Sunday, August 17, 2003 2:43 PM

I meant to add get the Tiger I late model by Tamiya. However since you decided on the Panther, Tamiya's G series are nice kits, just got one with p/e parts. The Dragon kits come with single tracks which make for an easier sag look. Tough choice, but show us your progress. Tongue [:P]

Eric

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Dwight Ta-ala

Member since
July 2003
From: Philippines

Posted by Dwight Ta-ala on Sunday, August 17, 2003 5:47 PM

Try Tamiya Panther G Steel Wheel Version. It comes with all parts also for the Rubber Wheel Version so you can still choose which type to model. If you have a deep pocket, go for the better kit and get the latest from Tamiya (the ones with P/E parts). All are in 1/35 scale. These have the detailed rubber tracks but Tamiya has already issued the indy track links for the Panther.

Have fun.

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, August 17, 2003 10:59 PM

dont bother with the kits with PE zimmerit its just the Tamiya kit with a Eduard PE zimmerit set wich you could buy chaeper on its own and there not very good
plus the Steel wheel or Late Panther never had zimmerit

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Dwight Ta-ala

Member since
July 2003
From: Philippines

Posted by Dwight Ta-ala on Monday, August 18, 2003 8:50 PM

I agree with Captain Caveman here. The Late and Steel Wheel Versions of the Panther never (or rarely) had zimmerit coating. The Tamiya Panther with P/E, I believe is not the Later Version.

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tigerman

Member since
March 2003
From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA

Posted by tigerman on Monday, August 18, 2003 10:15 PM

Your right Dwight, it is the earlier Panther with the p/e parts, I know, I have it. Approve [^]

Good luck Randy, keep us up to date.

"It is well that war is so terrible, lest we grow too fond of it."-R.E.Lee

Eric

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