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1/72 scale LHD markings

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  • Member since
    June 2004
  • From: Minnetonka, MN
1/72 scale LHD markings
Posted by ewc2003 on Wednesday, June 23, 2004 3:27 PM
Hey guys,

Found a great idea for a 1/72 diorama base. I found 400 grit waterproof sandpaper that is the same dimensions (roughly) and color for non-skid... Problem is, I don't know the dimensions of the "helo spots" on the LHDs. I have plenty photos of the markings themselves, but nothing with anything to match the scale... if anyone has a 1/700 scale LHD could I get the measurements of the "L" the spot markings have? Just height and length, I know the markings are 6" in width, and I know the angles of the middle line. Any help would be appreciated.

THANKS.

BTW, this is for Hasegawa's 1/72 scale AV-8B Harrier II Plus in VMA-231 markings.
Matt ------------------------------------------------- "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." - Edmund Burke
  • Member since
    June 2004
  • From: Minnetonka, MN
Posted by ewc2003 on Wednesday, June 23, 2004 7:23 PM
Here's my first attempt, using paper cutout and a few drawings from NTTP 3.04-1. I think the scale is just about right....
Matt ------------------------------------------------- "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." - Edmund Burke
  • Member since
    January 2003
  • From: Warwick, RI
Posted by paulnchamp on Thursday, June 24, 2004 7:31 PM
Can't help you with dimensions, but I'd say your diorama's off to a great start.
Paul
Paul "A man's GOT to know his limitations."
  • Member since
    June 2004
  • From: Minnetonka, MN
Posted by ewc2003 on Thursday, June 24, 2004 8:49 PM
Here are my newest versions. I cut the templates for the spot and the warning line markings into sheet styrene (a joy unto itself) and then applied to the sandpaper... Here are some progress photos:





Matt ------------------------------------------------- "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." - Edmund Burke
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