Building AT-AT From Hoth Action Scene

Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Building AT-AT From Hoth Action Scene

Posted by Model Grandpa on Monday, July 5, 2004 7:10 PM

I have put my Naboo fighter conversion on hold while I wait for a tool I ordered to get in.

In the mean time I would like to detail the small AT-AT from AMT/ertl’s Battle of Hoth Action Scene. Are there any good reference pictures available with out having to buy “Star Wars Chronicles” or is it the only way to go? Any good websites?

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Anonymous

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November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, July 5, 2004 7:51 PM

Hey Grandpa, try these sites:

Best: http://killbyte.da.ru/
Good: http://www.starshipmodeler.com/starwars/smith_sw2.cfm

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Tuesday, July 6, 2004 12:03 AM

Thanks Bollod2, very useful links! I see I have lots of work to get this little thing up to speed.

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 9:55 AM

Here's a picture of the AT-AT from the Hoth Battle Sence. All 8 pieces stuck together with tape, about to step on a 1/4 oz. bottle of paint. Needs a lot of help like "toes" on the feet, new guns instead of the molded blobs, detail on the inside of the "legs" and much more.

Any other sites or books with pictures, drawings or blueprints out there?

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Anonymous

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November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, July 11, 2004 2:32 PM

You can also easily modify the AT-AT: http://pages.videotron.com/jfp/swgallery/esb/MPC_BATTLEOFHOTH.html

My model is not completed (about 50%) and I have many things to do.

I found theses images on the web:

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 9:21 AM

cool!!!!!I am sure it will look good!Hear is a thought you can take a piece of string and tie onto the back of the snow speeder and the other end on the leg of the at-at then pose the snow speeder like it is flying around the legs! e-mail me a www.stukah@yahoo.com and tell me what you think.sincerly -brad good luck! Big Smile [:D]

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Anonymous

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November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 11:25 AM

That looks pretty good. I ordered the Battle of Hoth kit the other day.
Also ordered the Rebel Base kit too. Was think of combining the
two together.

James Smile [:)]

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 11:38 AM

Here is my little AT-AT after being dissected.

I just think this kit can be detailed to make it a much finer model. I am trying to work on my scratch building, detailing and modifying skills, as I have been an OOB type builder. I am even thinking about casting new “feet” for the walker.

There is a second AT-AT with the Hoth scene, which may get the same treatment and use in a diorama.

Triva question: Without watching the ESB or looking in a book, what was the name of the pilot that flew the Snow Speeder that harpoons and trips the AT-AT in the movie?

I promise not to bore you by posting this work in progress every step of the way here, but your welcome to follow along at my website if your interested.

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 11:55 AM

you work in a hobby shop right? what other sw kits have you built?and where can I find a kit like your AT-AT? thanks -brad

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 12:21 PM

Hey Brad, Yes I do work in a hobby shop...a RC shop, no plastics. Sad [:(]

I haven't been building Sci-Fi until recently, mostly I build aircraft, but enjoy building all subjects so I guess I kind of rare in that respect.

My AT-AT came from the AMT/Ertl Star Wars Battle of Hoth Action Sence. It is kit number 8743. The kit is out of production. I found mine on closeout a few years ago from an online shop, some may still have them. You can find them pretty reasonably priced on your favorite online auction site but it's fairly big so watch the shipping cost. There may still be one on your LHS shelf as I don't think they were very popular kits.

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 10:03 PM

Thanks everybody for your good comments Smile [:)]

James, it is a very good idea to put them together (Rebel Base and Battle of Hoth). I built the Rebal Base few months ago: http://pages.videotron.com/jfp/swgallery/esb/MPC_REBELBASE.html Theses two kits are very funny and look like a big diorama. I will probably post new pictures on my web site next week.

Grandpa, I will look your web site to see your work in progress Cool [8D]

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Thursday, July 15, 2004 12:03 AM

Sunkist, I won't get to far right away because I'll be involved in the Budget Group Build Challenge starting July 26th and will be gold mining (yep, digging for the yellow metal) the next two weekend.

Keep checking in, I'll try and keep the site updated.

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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David Voss

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From: Waukesha, WI

Posted by David Voss on Thursday, July 15, 2004 12:28 AM

Wow...a stroll down memory lane. Smile [:)]

Battle Of Hoth Action Scene

I had something like that when I was a youngster. Looking at the page linked above, it had to have been a variation. Since it was before 1995, I'm thinking it was the kit named "Battle On Ice Planet Hoth". I remember thinking that was such the coolest thing. I wonder if my kids would think the same -- might have to keep an eye open for that one. Smile [:)]

I also had something similar, but made for Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. Many, many hours of fun with those.

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, July 16, 2004 3:36 AM

Like, wow, man. That's cool.

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Saturday, August 14, 2004 9:46 PM

Like wow man, bet you thought you never see this post again.

In order to build the little At-At accurately I have picked up a few pieces of reference material. I have decided to dissect it even more and give it a more interesting stance. Now I just have to stop committing to GB’s so I can get back to work on it.

Now lets see,

Battle of Hoth Action Scene $5.99
Star Wars Chronicles $69.00
Star Wars Technical Journal $5.00
Star Wars Essential Guide $1.00
Lathe (for building accurate under carriage) ~$400.00
Going overboard on a model build…Priceless!

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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jdavidb

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From: Kennesaw, GA

Posted by jdavidb on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:05 PM

QUOTE: Triva question: Without watching the ESB or looking in a book, what was the name of the pilot that flew the Snow Speeder that harpoons and trips the AT-AT in the movie?

I built a snowspeeder and used Cobra/Apache helicopter pilots 1/30something scale. I painted it up with the 2 marks for "Red 2", so that dictated that I paint the pilot's helmet like Wedge, and the gunner's helmet like Jansen. Jansen's helmet has that awesome checkered blue pattern.

The co pilot with Luke was Dak.

I'm thinkin' Luke told Wedge & Jansen to fire the tow cable. So Jansen is the man who fired it, and Wedge is the pilot.

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:09 PM

Gold star for jdavidb for answering the trivia question. Bow [bow]

...I knew someone would get it!

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Woody

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From: Third rock from the sun.

Posted by Woody on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:20 PM

The Empire sure knew how to make an entrance! I wonder how many of those rebel scum messed there pants when they felt the ground shake and those AT-AT's appeared on the battle field! LOL

I see were you said $400 for a lathe. Did you get one?

" I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." --John Paul Jones

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:24 PM

Not yet, but I'm going to. Accumulating the funds as we speak…or would that be as we type? Wink [;)]

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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jdavidb

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From: Kennesaw, GA

Posted by jdavidb on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:32 PM

Yay! & I didn't cheat heheh. Now I wanna get a photobucket account & show pics of my pilots :)

Now to references for model building...

One of my main references for Star Wars stuff is the CD "Behind the Magic". I also have the 3-volume magazine set called Star Wars Technical Journal. It has very good At-At pics in it.

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Woody

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Posted by Woody on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:41 PM

QUOTE: Originally posted by Model Grandpa

Not yet, but I'm going to. Accumulating the funds as we speak…or would that be as we type?

I see. Any machine you leaning toward? By the way the AT-AT pic above is much bigger go here to see it and other Star Wars drawings.

http://www.starwarscity.com/bobafett/plans.html

" I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." --John Paul Jones

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Model Grandpa

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July 2003
From: Keizer, Oregon

Posted by Model Grandpa on Saturday, August 14, 2004 10:56 PM

So far in my limited research I like the looks of the Taig machine, but I will do more research as I get closer to my purchase.

My dreamland ultimate modeling tool would be their CNC machine, but I’m having a difficult time convincing Model Grandma that I need one of those.

Regards, Dan Building Scale Models At The Speed Of Dark

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Woody

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From: Third rock from the sun.

Posted by Woody on Saturday, August 14, 2004 11:20 PM

I hear that is a very good machine. The Sherline is also very nice. There was a company that offered a CNC setup for my lathe but I don't think I need that just yet. Wink [;)]

" I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." --John Paul Jones

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, August 15, 2004 12:26 AM

i always liked the AT-AT, i got one of those micro machine action fleet AT AT when they came out. bout 6" high really good detail. they werent designed really good though, they were very unarmed for there size, only had guns/ lasers on the front, and the size made them easy to hit.

heres some more trivia; who was in command of the AT ATs? (hint: not darth vader, and not hitler)

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