Military Illustrated Modeller October 2017

modeller
military illustrated £6.50 - October ’17 (issue 078)
FROG
GETS TOWED
Eagle Quest model show • VK16.02 Leopard • KV-1 diorama • plus references and more...
Trumpeter’s impressive 1:35 Soviet 9P113 Frog 7,
broken down and abandoned
AFV edition
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Contents modeller
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ISSUE No.078 October 2017
4 NEWS
Military model product news
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8 MODEL CITIZEN
ICM’s delightful 1:35 Model T Light Car Patrol
28 9 PATTON MAKER
The ‘middle’ Patton tank is reborn in 1:35, thanks
to Takom
10 ARMOUR MODELLING IN
THE LONE STAR STATE
MiM visits Squadron’s Eagle Quest model show
Dallas, Texas
16 INSPIRATION FROM THE

TOP
Amusing Hobby Panther II in 1:35
22 KAMAZ YOU ARE

Takom’s 1:35 Kamaz Typhoon K Russian 6x6
MRAP, previewed
24 ORDNANCE DEPOT
New and recent accessory sets and modelling
materials
26 BATTLE OF NORMANDY
For You, The War Is Over
16 28 FROG GETS TOWED ‘Cover

Story’
Trumpeter’s impressive 1:35 Soviet 9P113 Frog 7
36 SMALL CAT DIARY

Chronicling the construction of Amusing Hobby’s
delightful 1:35 Panzer VK 16.02 Leopard
44 A BEAST FROM THE EAST!

The GTU-1 is just one in a series of ARVs
36 produced by the Soviet Union
Chasing The Rabbit
52 TALES OF THE RIVERBANK

A highly original diorama KV-1S/85 heavy tank
Hiding In The Hedgerows
60 MIGHTY M1A2 MUSCLE

Tamiya have created a 1:16 M1A2 Abrams!
62 BOOK REVIEWS
Military model-related book reviews
66 SIGN OFF
A collaborator is captured in Normandy
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News
NEWS JUST IN... ON THE WAY FROM TAMIYA
1:35 BRITISH SELF-PROPELLED ANTI-TANK GUN ARCHER
Tamiya's next new 1:35 armour kit takes
DRAGON the form of the British WW2 17pdr anti-
• 1:35 M752 Lance tank vehicle, later known as the Archer.
• 1:35 Flakpanzer IV (3cm) It will use parts from the new Valentine
Kugelblitz kit, with an all-new 17pdr gun
• 1:35 Aufklärungspanzer 38(t)
www.hobbyco.net
mit 2cm KwK.38
• 1:35 StuG.III Ausf.G concrete
armoured
• 1:35 DAK Pz.Bef.Wg.III
• 1:72 Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.F2(G)
• 1:72 StuG.III Ausf.C/D
• 1:72 King Tiger Henschel
Turret
• 1:72 StuG.III Ausf.E
• 1:72 Tiger I ausf.E
• 1:72 Sd.Kfz.184 Elefant
• 1:72 T-34-85 Mod.1944
• 1:72 10.5cm StuH.42
Ausf.E/F
ON THE WAY FROM TAMIYA ON THE WAY FROM TAMIYA

1:35 PANHARD AMD 35 1:48 HANOMAG SS100
ICM’s mouldings will be found in this Tamiya re-boxing, The little Hanomag tug was used on airfields to tow
along with A host of Tamiya accessories that include a Luftwaffe aircraft and to move the V2 missile to launch
commander torso figure, boxes, oil drums and more. sites. Maybe Tamiya will also release the Meillerwagen
Comes with three marking options; two for French unit and V2 in 1:48 at a later date?
vehicles and one a captured vehicle in German service www.hobbyco.net
BRONCO www.hobbyco.net
• 1:35 Hungarian Medium
Tank 41.M Turan II
HAULER
ON THE WAY FROM DRAGON
1:35 SYRIAN JAGDPANZER IV L/48 SIX-DAY WAR
• 1:72 FuSE 62D Würzburg radar
Dragon's excellent Jagdpanzer IV L/48 kit has re-appeared
• 1:72 Skoda RSO wheeled tractor
ON THE WAY FROM ZEVZDA
in the guise of a Syrian machine from the Six-Day War of
• 1:35 M-9 Ace (Takom kit)
June 5th-10th, 1967
www.hobbyco.net 1:35 BMP-2D APC
Zvezda are to re-issue their excellent kit of the
Soviet BMP-2D with markings for Marines Regiment
Afghanistan 1985, Shindand's Airborne Regiment,
Afghanistan 1987 and Motorized Rifle Regiment,
Afghanistan 1987. Also on the way is the vast
Russian MSTA 2S19M2 152mm SPG.
www.hobbyco.net
ON THE WAY FROM TAKOM

1:35 PANTHER TANK SERIES
Takom have been promising 'something new from the Battle
THIS MONTH IN TAMIYA MODEL MAGAZINE… of Kursk period' for a while and now we can reveal that
TAMIYA 1:35 MORRIS QUAD it will be at least one all-new
This month’s edition of Tamiya Model Panther, most likely a D. Like the
Magazine (October, No.264) features Mirror company's Tiger IIs, it will have
Models’ 1:35 Morris Quad. Order your copy a full interior - we can't wait!
now at; www.tamiyamodelmagazine.com www.pocketbond.co.uk
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KIT PREVIEW ICM 1:35 MODEL T 1917 LCP WWI AUSTRALIAN ARMY CAR • KIT NO.35663
MODEL CITIZEN
It might not be at the top of many modellers’
‘must build’ lists, but the sheer originality of
ICM’s Model T LCP makes it very appealing
T
his delicious little kit depicts a British-built sheet of decals for the WD numbers and radiator
Model T (the F-word isn’t mentioned, but the grille for one of the versions. In our sample, the
company logo does appear on the radiator sprues were quite distorted in places and the knock-
header) as it appeared in Australian service on effect was some slight sideways warpage in
during the Great War, within the Middle Eastern the chassis/body moulding. This was easy enough
theatre of operations (Egypt and Palestine). It to rectify once the parts had been snipped out,
features an extended rear deck, a nicely put but it should not really have snuck past the QC
together engine (just needing ignition cables) department. That slight issue aside, this is a very
and a well designed cabin – with excellent, original production with great detail and lots of
individual foot-pedals – that reflects the simplicity diorama potential. •
of the original. The detail is very fine throughout,
including the Lewis gun that dominates the scuttle AVAILABILITY
of this tiny vehicle. The kit comes on two sprues of ICM models are widely available from good
grey polystyrene, plus another in clear and a small model shops and online. www.hannants.co.uk
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KIT PREVIEW: TAKOM M47 E/M • KIT NO.2072
PATTON MAKER
The 'middle' Patton tank is reborn
in 1:35, thanks to Takom
F
or many years there was a family of Patton (but on the sprockets and idlers) for painting,
tanks in the US military, starting with the M46 then transferred to the running gear. This type of
(the M26 Pershing's replacement) followed by track is difficult to depict in model form because
the M47 and the M48 and its descendent the the end and central connectors (the latter with the
M60, although the latter was never officially named guide-horn) pivot on the links and they look 'stiff' if
after the (in)famous general. Takom have chosen they are all set in a straight position. Takom have
the middle tank of the family tree as their latest moulded the connectors at an appropriate angle
tank subject and it was a good choice because on the single links that wrap around the sprockets
the vehicle founds its way into various armies of and idlers and so long as the correct parts are
the world and thus offers the modeller with an used in the right locations, the result should look
decent range of colour schemes and markings to very convincing and natural.
choose from. Having said that, the review sample The turret of this kit is a masterpiece, with a
we received, the M47 E/M, offers just two basic casting texture in all the right places, although there
schemes; overall green for the Iraqi Army and are mould-part seams that need removal, followed by
overall sand for the Spanish Army; kit No.2070, gentle re-texturing where they have been scraped off.
the M47/G comes with a wider range of colour The commander's cupola comes with a clear insert
schemes including Pakistan, South Korean and for its vision blocks and the gun barrel is offered
Jordanian armies. with no less than four muzzle brakes and covered
The kit parts are all-new and use nothing or 'naked' mantlets. From this in-box inspection it
from the old Italeri model. The suspension is looks like an excellent model that captures the salient
fully depicted with individual swing-arms and features of this Cold War machine: the proof will be
dampers and to ensure all parts line up properly in the building of course. •
once cemented in place, moulded plastic jigs are
provided for each side. The jigs have a second AVAILABILITY
use as assembly formers for the link-and-length Takom models are widely available from good
tracks, allowing them to be built up off the model model shops and online. www.pocketbond.co.uk
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SHOW REPORT SQUADRON EAGLE QUEST XXVI 2017
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MiM's Editor flies
out to Squadron's
headquarters near
Dallas, Texas to
report from the Eagle
Quest model show
ARMOUR MODELLING
IN THE LONE STAR STATE
B
ack in June this year, over the weekend armed with an airbrush, compressor, paints, a Awards (one for every twenty-five combat missions),
of 15th 17th, I travelled from London to camera, lights, microphone and projection screen, Bronze Star, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry
Squadron's hometown of Carrollton in I felt reasonably comfortable. My gratitude must go (individual and unit) and Vietnamese Civic Action
the Dallas/Fort Worth area to cover the to TMMI collaborator Stan Spooner who helped me Medal (individual and unit). Dan's speech was
company's highly esteemed 'Eagle Quest' event prepare for the talk. fascinating and his anecdotes from the war will stay
that encompasses a competition, presentations, very Fitting in perfectly with this year's theme of with me for a long time.
generous raffles and more. After an evening's rest '10,000 Days of Thunder, Vietnam: a Tribute to Eagle Quest is the largest peer-judged model
following my ten-hour flight, it was an early start at Valor', the 2017 keynote speaker was Mr Dan show in the USA and draws in some high quality
Squadron's incredible model warehouse to avail King, a retired Chief Warrant Officer and helicopter model work from local enthusiasts plus modellers
myself of their extremely generous 40% discount! pilot with the US Army who flew Hueys in the late from across the country too. Over the next few
As well as the competition entries – some photos 1960s and early '70s during the Vietnam War. His pages you can see some photos from the event
of which you can see in this report – many seminars combat tours were with the 240th Assault Helicopter that hopefully convey the variety and quality of the
and demonstrations took place, covering scale Company, Vietnam 1969/70 and a twelve month models entered. My thanks go to Squadron's CEO
modelling-related topics such as scratchbuilding, the tour working with the South Vietnamese Air Force Gwynne Gorr for inviting me to attend the event
use of Vallejo paints, weathering effects, working as Test Pilot Trainer in 1973/74 when the US pulled and Richard Poulsen for being my chauffeur and
with oil paints plus my own. I must admit that I'm out all its troops. He was awarded the Distinguished landlord during the show, I am very grateful for
not a particularly confident public speaker but Flying Cross in June 1970, thirty-three Air Medal your support, help and generosity. •
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A remarkable variety of armour subjects were seen on the display and competition tables

Overall, the quality of modelling on show was very high
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A fun time was had by all, and MiM would

like to say a big ‘thank you’ to everyone
at Squadron for such a great show

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FULL-BUILD - MILITARY VEHICLE AMUSING HOBBY 1:35 PANTHER II • KIT NO.35A012
INSPIRATION
FROM THE TOP
ByeongSoo Kim takes inspiration for
his Amusing Hobby Panther II from
well-known modeller, Adam Wilder
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E
very modeller has someone they want to emulate and so do I. The
person whose models I wanted to pay homage to is a very unique
modeller with a special ability to express beauty in his work. His name
is Adam Wilder. I have followed his work for some years and have
learned a lot from him; his models are very special to me. And so I made
a unique attempt to recreating his style on one of my builds, which I find
simple but fascinating and beautiful.
I had a lot of anxiety when I started assembly, which was very
monotonous. So I started making various attempts to add interest, one of
which was by placing additional armour on it. I tried this for the first time on
this project and it certainly increased the visual appeal of the tank. When
I made the armour, I soldered it together which kept it strong and able to
withstand the subsequent weathering stages.
When I started painting, I was worried. I had to paint it methodically to
express it in a three-dimensional fashion. So I over-emphasised the contrast
of colours using the 'colour modulation' technique, for which Adam is well
known. It was effective and eliminated the monotony of colour and later I
used oil paints to further accentuate the effect. If you are familiar with the
attributes of oil paints, you can use them efficiently. I am always concerned
about making my models more realistic! I made the armour look rusty with
the use of a variety of colours, making sure they were in harmony. •
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Defensive ‘bedspring’
stand-off armour was added
to the model, using soldered
etched-brass parts
The engine deck’s top armour

can be observed here
All metal detail additions were

soldered for robustness
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Colour-Modulation was
the initial Wilder technique
used on the Panther
As this model was an

homage to Adam Wilder,
it made sense to use his
own line of weathering
products on it!
The ‘Wilder’ line of materials are

extremely useful and are focused
on achieving a high level of realism
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The Wilder style is clearly

in evidence, but with some
nice touches of the author’s
techniques too
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KIT PREVIEW TAKOM KAMAZ TYPHOON K RUSSIAN MRAP • KIT NO.2072
KAMAZ
Takom's new 1:35 Kamaz
Typhoon K Russian 6x6 MRAP
truck captures the gargantuan
profile of the real thing
K
amaz Typhoon (Russian 'Камаз-63968 Takom's kit of this mighty beast is one of their well detailed item and can be modelled open or
Тайфун') is a family of Russian, multi- newest releases in 1:35 scale. It comes in a closed, with suitably extended and retracted pistons
functional, modular, armoured, mine resistant suitably big kit box in which you'll find four large included for either option.
MRAP vehicles. The Typhoon family is part of sprues of grey plastic and one in clear, a separate The driver's cabin comes with three seats and
Russia's Typhoon program. As of 29th May 2017 upper bodyshell, a bag of six, flexible vinyl tyres, a individual mounts, steering wheel and column and
a number of Typhoon-K in the Russian Armed small photo-etched brass fret providing ventilation/ dashboard; references of this area are scarce,
Forces fleet was about 260 units of Typhoon-K. air-conditioning grilles and a modest decal sheet but there's enough as standard to satisfy the eye.
The development of the 'Typhoon' vehicle carrying two Russian stars and the military display Colour options for the Kamaz are limited to overall
family began in 2010, when the Minister of 'flash'. The model's suspension/drivetrain is dark green, so it will need some imaginative
Russian Federation Armed Forces approved comprehensively depicted with workable steering, weathering to bring it to life, but bearing in mind
the 'Development of Russian Federation Armed using the old 'melt with a heated screwdriver-tip' it's a relatively new machine, the dirt is best kept to
Forces military vehicles for the period until method of assembling the steering rods. This isn't dust and mud splashes; no paint fading yet!
2020' program and started the Typhoon MRAP the most reliable way to link the moving parts, so Overall, a large and impressive model of an
programme. In 2012 the first contract between modellers might wish to make some modifications extremely intimidating modern subject that dwarfs
Russian Ministry of Armed Forces and Kamaz should they wish to use this feature. Otherwise, WW2 tanks in size. Excellent detail throughout and
to buy Typhoons was signed. Twelve Typhoons just cement up the arms for fixed-position steering. flawlessly moulded. •
took part in Russian Victory Day military The Typhoon's interior receives quite a thorough
parade in 2014. treatment too, with two rows of seven seats Availability;
included, plus a forward bulkhead. A little extra
Source; Wikipedia detailing will be needed in here, but it's a very Takom models are widely available from good model shops and
good starting point. The rear crew ramp is a very online. www.pocketbond.co.uk
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AZ YOU ARE
Photos of real vehicles by Vitaly V. Kuzmin; www.vitalykuzmin.net/Military/ARMY-2016-Demonstration/, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=52213749

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ORDNANCE DEPOT
New and recently issued kits and accessory sets for armour modelling projects
FRIULMODEL, HUNGARY
New track sets in from Friulmodel are for the
experimental ‘Entwticklungsfahrzeug’ E-25 (a
proposed Jagdpanzer 38t ‘Hetzer’ replacement),
T85E1 ‘rubber’ chevron tracks for the US M24
Chaffee and a set ideal for the MiniArt Soviet
T-44M, T-54 model 1949, AT-T, BTM-3, BAT-M and
MDK-2M. Excellent quality castings in metal, with a
coil of wire for the track-pins.
1:35
ATL-176/T-44M, T-54 model 1949/AT-T/BTM-3/
BAT-M/MDK-2M
ATL-177 Entwticklungsfahrzeug E-25
ATL-175 T85E1 rubber-type for the US M24 Chaffee
PLUS MODEL, CZECH REPUBLIC

Plus Model’s latest little wonder in laser-cut wood is a jetty, featuring planked decking and a handrail in
TAMIYA, JAPAN wood, plus buffers and a life-ring in resin. It could form the heart of an attractive diorama and is easy
to assemble. Also new is a set of beer and lemonade crates (laser-cut wood) with clear-cast bottles in
Tamiya’s figures have improved beyond all resin. Each bottle is provided with a
recognition in recent years and the latest to arrive label (waterslide decal). In Plus Model’s
are absolutely fantastic. The set comprises four ‘Easy Line’ we have a set of four
full and four partial figures, all designed to work resin cast suitcases plus travel stickers
with Tamiya’s 1:35 tank and AFV kits. They are (decals) which are perfect for adding to
moulded in grey polystyrene over two sprues a tank’s crew stowage etc.
and come with side-arms, separate headphones, 1:35
binoculars and a set of decals for uniform insignia. Jetty, laser carved wooden parts (500)
Optional heads and hats are offered and the Beery and Lemonade crates (422)
poses are super-realistic. Suitcases (EL061)
1:35 Wehrmacht Tank Crew Set (35354)
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EDUARD, CZECH REPUBLIC
Tamiya’s newly-tooled, 1:35 Valentine tank is the recipient of no less than
three photo-etched brass detail sets from Eduard’s latest batch of releases.
The first are general detail parts that improve items like brackets for the
jacking block (a massive improvement on the kit part and worth buying the
set for alone), tools brackets, stowage box latches plus a set of track guards
and front/rear mudguards. The second set provides full-length desert-type
side shields and these can be used on both the Eduard PE track guards and
the Tamiya moulded kit parts. They offer scale thickness brackets that can
be bent and dented like the real thing, and have the potential to look great.
Finally, we have a much smaller but very useful set that folds up into a box/
bracket for the WW2 ‘flimsy’ fuel cans.
1:35
Valentine Mk.II/IV (36359) for Tamiya
Valentine Mk.II/IV desert fenders (36360) for Tamiya
Valentine Mk.II/IV cannister holder (36361) for Tamiya
Panzer IV Ausf.H (36356) for Zvezda
Panzer IV Ausf.H schürzen (36357) for Zvezda
Scammell Pioneer SV2S (36358) for IBG
STAR DECALS, SWEDEN - www.star-decals.net

Star Decals are very productive these days and some of their latest sets cover
some attractive modelling subjects. Tamiya’s recently issued 1:35 Matilda II
tank lends itself to becoming an Australian machine with some mods, and there
are two decal sets for it. Takom’s new 1:35 FV432 gets some new markings
for IFOR, UN and a machine from Operation Granby, but always check your
references if the kits require extra modification other than new markings.
Wonderful subjects and extremely well printed decal sheets.
1:35
Australia tanks and AFVs in WW2 Matilda CS Close Support tank (35-C 1069) VALLEJO, SPAIN
Australia tanks and AFVs in WW2 Matilda 2-inch gun tank (35-C 1068)
Balkans Peacekeepers The Light Infantry FV432, Scimitar, Warrior (35-C 1067) Well-known Spanish acrylic paint makers Vallejo have come up with five
Balkans Peacekeepers FV432 Trojan UNPROFOR 1992-95 (35-C 1066) new box-sets for desert-based AFVs, plus a very useful pack containing six
Gulf War 1991 British FV432, M548 Op Granby 1991 (35-C 1065) shades for the painting of tracks and wheels. The US desert MERDC set
is interesting, as is the British ‘Caunter’ scheme, a contentious and much
debated subject. All paints come from Vallejo’s airbrushable ‘Model Air’
WHERE TO BUY? line and each bottle is 17ml is volume.
DAK Colors 1941-44 (71.207)
Plus Model, Eduard, Vallejo; www.creativemodels.co.uk IDF Colors from 1957 to present (71.210)
Star Decals, Sweden; www.star-decals.net Caunter British Colors 1940-1941 (71.211)
Tamiya; www.hobbyco.net US Modern Desert Colors (71.209)
Friulmodel; www.friulmodel.hu MERDC Desert Colors (71.212)
Wheels & Tracks (71.213)
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MODEL REFERENCES BATTLE OF NORMANDY
FOR YOU, THE WAR IS O
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S OVER I
n this interesting photo, we see the lot of fighting. The German garrison and wear British motorcycle helmets
first German prisoners captured by at Bernières-sur-Mer belonged to the and uniform. The facial expressions
the Canadian Army at Bernières- 5 Kp. Of the II/Grenadier Regiment of the captured soldiers display
sur-Mer being searched. This small 736 of the 716 ID. Most of the bewilderment and maybe even some
seaside hamlet was in the middle of Canadians here are motorcyclists relief; their war was over and these
‘Juno Beach’ on D-day and saw a from the Corps of Military Police men survived intact. •
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FULL-BUILD - MILITARY VEHICLE TRUMPETER 1:35 SOVIET 9P113 TEL W/9M21 ROCKET OF 9K52 LUNA-M SHORT-RANGE ARTILLERY ROCKET SYSTEM (FROG-7) • KIT NO.01025
FROG GETS TOWED

M
any years ago, I picked up a used copy great times for us modern Warsaw Pact modellers! individually coloured hoses and pipes – fantastic!
of the book ‘A Visit to the Zoo: Iraqi Tanks The Trumpeter kit had sat on my desk a couple The images shared in this article were used with
and AFVs’; a US Military Ordnance Special of times, but remained un-started. Every time I the kind permission of Karol Ciesielski.
(Number 15) book that photographically opened it all I could concentrate on was the fact
recorded the equipment captured in the first Gulf that Trumpeter hadn’t included any cabling or STARTING OFF
War (Desert Storm) in the collection sites in Kuwait hydraulic hoses in their offering, whereas in reality With good info on the missing hoses, I felt like I
and Iraq. Towards the rear of the book, on pages the real thing is covered in them! I amassed a could now make a start on the kit. The first few
sixteen and seventeen were a few photographs of wealth of reference material including five on-line pages of the instructions deal with the chassis,
some tired looking Frog 7s (NATO designation – walk-arounds and hundreds of photographs; which is a multi-part, multi-fixing mixture of cross
Free Rocket Over Ground). This is an archetypal however I was missing a schematic of the hoses braces and struts which make up the chassis.
Soviet Cold War vehicle; functional and ugly! I around the crane and base of the launcher. A few Amazingly and much to my own surprise, once
always promised myself that if a model of one was online enquires lead me to a paper modelling site complete it sat square and seemed reasonably
ever released I’d have a go, although in reality I www.model-kom.pl, where I found a full set of strong. With the chassis complete I gave the whole
never thought we’d see one in plastic, but oh what CAD drawings of the hydraulic systems, including thing a spray of Tamiya Olive Green, knowing
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Ian Barraclough builds Trumpeter's impressive 1:35 Soviet 9P113 Frog 7,
in a broken down and abandoned condition
that this area would be difficult to reach later the left and right wheels independently with no lot of control boxes to be fitted to the dashboard,
on with the rest of the parts fitted. I adjusted the differentials or connecting axles. There’s a great all of which should have cabling. Before fitting
wheel fittings to turn the front and rear wheels video of a Frog starting up and it lurches from side these I drilled out a number of small holes on their
which adds visual impact to any model. to side as the engine speeds ‘balance’! I completed undersides and ran in some thin solder wire and
As per my usual style of building, I jumped the engine coverings – cutting out the engine braided hose from the model car world.
around the instruction booklet as required to bay doors – before again painting the interior in With the boxes superglued to the dashboard, I
complete the ‘interior’ parts before moving on Olive Green. I painted the engine with Vallejo Dull then folded the wires underneath
to the exterior parts. I built up both engines and Aluminium before giving it a thick coat of dark the dashboard. I found that
added a lot of cabling as per the pictures I have. brown oil paint. I wiped the excess off the top and the supplied seats looked
Trumpeter have missed a fitting for what I assume sides, but left the majority sitting in the recesses. very basic and flat, so
to be the accelerator, which in a similar fashion to I added some lead
the supplied gear selector rod, fits between the two INTO THE CABIN foil cushions, which
engines at the rear above the gear boxes. As an With the engine and chassis complete and painted, were given some
interesting aside, the left and right engines control I made a start on the cabin interior. There are a rips and tears.
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The bulky chassis takes shape. Note the photo-etched brass step parts at the right of the chassis in this view The cabin interior is seen here in its base colours
The lower areas of the chassis have been painted and the bodywork is being test-fitted Weathering works wonders; the detail of the kit parts has been amplified and enhanced by colour-washes
I also fitted a clear green sun visor; seen in one an old vehicle pawed over by coalition troops
of the walk-around pictures which I felt added a after being abandoned. I made the brackets
splash of colour. I again sprayed the interior Olive from various leftover etched brass parts; they
Green before picking out the seats in a pale blue seem to resemble WW2 German tool brackets
and the control boxes in silver. I applied my usual in their appearance and operation. In doing my
dark oil wash, before wiping and adding some research for this model I noted that the missile
chipping with a sponge and Tamiya Flat Brown. To lifting beam was sometimes fitted on the lefthand
complete the cab interior I gave the floor and seats centre mudguard, with the remote control cable
a wash with Lifecolor Liquid Pigments Dark Sand, reel being moved to the right hand mudguard. It
to which I mixed in some very fine ‘real’ sand and would seem that there were different ‘marks’ of
brushed into the corners on the floor. To complete Frog-7, with fittings in different places (I also noted
the cab I fixed the exterior parts. that the engine doors were often reversed in their
fitting). I moved the lifting beam and cable as per
HYDRAULICS? NOT YET the reference and opened up the bins around the
Giving a stiff ignoring to the crane and launcher vehicle. I also fitted batteries into the battery box
(knowing the amount of work which adding the with associated cabling and added a leftover resin
hoses would entail) I fixed the tread plate and T-55 stowage box to the centre of the tread plate, a
fittings to the chassis, making sure that the various fitting seen on some of the Iraqi Frog-7s. Just some of the masses of hydraulic lines added to the model by the
tool holders and brackets were empty; representing author. Lead solder wire is a very useful material for this operation

These close-ups allow us to
see the additional detail that
Trumpeter’s model is crying
out for. Again, note the use of
lead solder wire, vinyl tube and
photo-etched brass. The Frog
is a machine that uses miles of
hydraulic plumbing and looks
incomplete without it
FLATTENED TYRES wheels. With all eight wheels ‘flat’ I applied some
Taking a step away from the main body of the kit I two-part putty into the holes in the bottom of the
moved on to the wheels next. In most of the pictures tyres; allowed it to dry and then sanded the bottom
seen of Iraqi Frog-7s they seem to have very flat, of the tyres flat with an electric sander. This sounds
or often missing tyres, with some reports of vehicles more difficult than it actually is, but gives a really
being driven with just four wheels! As far as I am great visual effect, but care must be taken with the
aware there are no aftermarket wheel sets for this orientation of the wheels, as they have offset fittings
kit, so I knew I would have to adapt the kit rubber to their stub axles.
tyres to ‘flatten’ them. I’d heard of other modellers
using tissue paper soaked in white glue to shape OK, THOSE PIPES...
rubber tyres. In a variation on this theme, I fitted I could put it off no longer… I made a start on the
and glued the tyre to the hub centre, before drilling crane. I added a hydraulic junction box on top of
a small hole through the rubber and into the hub. the rotating crane base with eight separate outlets.
Then I syringed some Gorilla Glue into the hole Into this I threaded 0.6mm lead
before dripping in a small amount of water. The wire with miniature brass
Gorilla Glue activates and expands on contact with nuts fitted. Each end was
water, so whilst still fluid I screwed a toy retaining then routed as per the
clip into the hole and into the hub. This flattened previously mentioned
the bottom of the tyre whilst the glue set solid. With diagrams, which
The tyres of the model were given an extreme
flattened appearance using some trick explained a bit of effort, the screw clip can then be removed proved to be
in the main text, right and the same process completed on the next seven invaluable here.
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Wrecked and rusty is

the perfect look for this
abandoned Iraqi Army Frog 7
Underneath the crane there are also a number of hoses and

fittings which were added in a similar fashion. On the base of the
crane (the part fixed to the chassis) Trumpeter missed two cut-out
switches, which essentially stop the crane rotating past those points.
I added these with plastic stock and built up the remaining crane parts
and arm. I replaced the rope in the kit with some thin metal cable; and
The open engine access hatches allow a view into the
added a cable spool inside the hatch on the top of the arm.
left-side engine room; the Frog had two powerplants
Enthused by my success on the crane, I moved on to the launcher base.
Again, I used the wiring diagrams extensively here to ensure that all the hoses
and wires are routed correctly. Knowing that I wanted the launch rail to be
movable, I used rubber hoses and metal, flexible braided hoses for the four cables
that plug into the bottom of the launch rail. These four cables feed through a spring
mounted loop on the real Frog-7; this I made from the flexible metal braided hose,
pulled open to represent a spring. On the underside of the launch rail Trumpeter have
simplified the fittings at the end of the supporting legs to make it workable. In reality, the
launch rail is raised and lowered by means of a motor driving a long threaded shaft. A
corresponding, threaded fitting on the end of the support legs moves up and down this
shaft, raising and lowering the launch rail. I cut out the top centre part of the fitting, and
replaced it with a tube, hinged along its length. I also added the threaded shaft from thin
plastic stock, before fitting the hinged tube over the end. I made an end-stop from plastic
stock and added a locking brake, also missed by Trumpeter. To finish off the launch rail
I opened up one of the bin doors and added some ‘gizmology’ behind the opening to
give the effect of working parts.
The kit builds up into a large

model and with launcher erected,
it looks rather magnificent

Plumbing diagram courtesy of Karol Ciesielski
MISSILE AND PAINTING sprayed the entire model, followed by a clouded

The missile is very straightforward, although the overspray with straight Modern Iraq Sand. The
numerous ribs and protrusions along its length modern colour is much darker than the pale, almost
make it difficult to remove the seam from its ‘half magnolia colour seen on Desert Storm vehicles, so
Plumbing diagram courtesy of Karol Ciesielski and half’ construction. I spent quite a few hours I then airbrushed with Vallejo Pale Sand, giving
filling, sanding and refilling to get rid of the seam. good depth to the finish. I hand painted the wheels
An opportunity for aftermarket manufacturers? I in Tamiya Rubber Black and all door interiors and
painted the missile in light grey first, building up bins in a dark green mix.
layers of lightened grey and topped off with white;
before a wash of dark oils and finished with some WEATHERING TIME
chipping, applied with a sponge. I left off the Before sealing with Johnsons Klear, I added some
retaining clamps for fitting after the main body of chipping with a sponge; first Tamiya Dark Yellow
the kit was painted. and then Tamiya Olive Green. I kept this to a
With the cab and engine bay masked off; and minimum as the pictures in the book don’t show
much of the lower chassis already painted in olive much chipping. Following the
green, I didn’t want to prime the model in grey or sealing coat, I colour-washed
white, as the overspray would look strange against the whole model in
the green finish. thinned dark brown
With this in mind I used air, blown through an oil paint and left it
airbrush to give the model a clean and get rid of to dry overnight.
plastic and resin dust. I then mixed up some Vallejo I attacked the
Modern Iraq Sand and Tamiya Flat Brown and semi-dry ‘mess’
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Subtle weathering effects and truly

airless tyres bring this Cold War
leviathan to life
the next morning with a mixture of cotton buds, soft of this would be hidden.
cloths and wide brushes all soaked in odourless white For the cracked, dry sand I used thick coats of
spirit, removing the dark staining from the upper Citadel Agrellan Earth Technical paint. This cracks
surfaces but leaving it in the recesses. This is a long over a few hours and peels upwards, hence the use
process but worth the effort – I generally go through of wood filler, as wall filler or plaster can get pulled
a box of cotton buds per build! Of course, doing up by it. With the cracked paint dry, I used the
this you’ll get some breakages but I put these aside aforementioned Vallejo Modern Iraq Sand to airbrush
before carrying our repairs at the end of the build. clouded patterns followed by drybrushing with
After another sealing coat I dabbed on small specks Vallejo Pale Sand. I followed this up with some
of white oil paints to the upper surfaces and panels; thinned dark washes and rusty red washes,
and allowed to dry for a few hours before blending before fixing the Frog-7 in place with CA. I
them into the surface with a clean, soft brush and made up a nameplate and reference picture
white spirit. This fades the upper surfaces, giving the plate from triangles of plastic sheet and
impression of a vehicle that’s been sitting in the sun added some fake bolt heads, as well as
for years. On the insides of the bins and boxes I used some grass tufts from the scenery box.
Lifecolor Liquid Pigment Rust Colours to add a bit of
visual interest to the drab greens; I also treated the FINAL BITS
black tyres to a coat of Lifecolor Liquid Pigment Dark The goal posts were made from
Dust and Road Dust. These pigments, being in liquid plastic stock, and a Verlinden
form, are much easier to control than powders and Camouflage net; and are based
you don’t end up with dusty fingerprints everywhere! on the picture I’ve added to the
front left of the base, with two
DISPLAY BASE Frog-7s abandoned next to a
Knowing that I wanted to display this model on a small football goal. With the debris
base, I raided the spares box for debris and detritus appropriately scattered I
to be scattered around the vehicle. I won’t describe took a football from the
every item, but the mattress was masked with very fine Master Box ‘Resting
masking tape for the blue stripes; and ‘stained’ with Germans’ set and
oils, before sealing with a matt varnish. made a football shirt
The base was built on a 10” x 12” picture fame; from lead foil; and
I masked off the wooden frame and filled the hole called it a day…
with a piece of plywood. I drew the ‘splodge’ outline Game over, match
freehand, before cutting the masking tape with a fresh abandoned due
scalpel blade and peeling off the inner side. I used to Frog-7 on the
dark wood filler to create the initial groundwork and pitch! •
pressed in the Frog-7 and major debris, using kitchen
film as a protective barrier. With the groundwork dry
and the parts removed, I airbrushed a dark brown
cloud pattern over the base in a random fashion; much

The wrecked machine looks right at home in front of
a Photoshopped backdrop of burning desert oil fields
The debris surrounding the vehicle

adds to the look of abandonment
AFV Edition 35

A R Y
FULL-BUILD MILITARY VEHICLE AMUSING HOBBY 1:35 VK16.02 LEOPARD • KIT NO.01025
SM A L L C A T D I
Łukasz Orczyc-Musiałek
chronicles his construction
of Amusing Hobby's
delightful kit of the
prototype panzer VK
16.02 Leopard
DAY 1 (SUNDAY, 27TH JANUARY, 2013)
I started the kit immediately after the previous
model was ready to show. First, a Google
search gave me some basic information about
the kit and the vehicle itself. So to begin with
the historical brief. The intention was to build
a new tank as a replacement for the Pz.Kpfw.
II Ausf.L. It would be armed with 5cm KwK39
gun. In the beginning, two versions were
planned, a lighter, faster eighteen-ton variant
and a slower, twenty-six ton vehicle. The second
project was continued but after some time, all
work was stopped when
it was determined that
the vehicle was not heavily
armed enough for its weight. It was
clear that Panzer IV and V versions could serve
just as well in the reconnaissance role as they
were more capable to defend themselves. And
that was the short life of the Leopard tank, who
had not even got an official Panzerkampfwagen
title. Its turret design was adopted for the Sd.Kfz
234/2 armoured car.
After the Pz.Kpfw.VII Löwe I had built couple
of weeks earlier, this was my second Amusing
Hobby kit. In comparison it is much more
complicated than Löwe kit. A lot of parts are
spread over twenty-eight sprues (surprisingly a
lot of them are useless and come from Panther
and Sd.Kfz.234/2 Puma kits), and the twenty-
four stage instruction book with clear drawings
and nice captions surprised me a lot! I did not
expect such difference after the rather crude and
simple Löwe. In addition the producer includes
two photo-etched sets, metal side skirts, good
quality decals and individual track-links. Wow!
The kit comes with individual-link,

articulated tracks as standard
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The Puma-type turret was given a few detail tweaks but is

basically very well done
LET’S BUILD A LEO!

I started with the turret. First I decided to close all
hatches and left the gun mechanism parts on their
sprues. It would be invisible and I do not like to
waste my time on something that would be covered
for 99% of model’s life time. I prepared additional
parts from my spare box; RB Model main gun
(35B84) and MG barrel (35B38), Friulmodel tracks
for a Panther D (ATL-33) plus smoke grenades
launchers from Dragon’s Panther D kit (6299).
The first thing I did with the kit was the
enhancement of the cast texture on the mantlet. I
used a mixture of Revell cement and Tamiya putty
applied with an old brush. This effect makes the
surface rough enough. Then the hooks for spare
tracks were changed for 'wire' items. Finally, I
added the weld seams around the hooks and
added some torch-cut texture some traces on the
armour plates' ends. By the way, I noticed that
the front plate is much thicker than the side ones –
nice! But one thing was poor; the periscopes. I do
not know why there is only one sprue with clear
parts. Four parts are needed but we have only two,
not so good. Luckily I had a lot of spares from
other kits so I was able to rectify the situation. The angled hull is covered with
welding seams, which the
DAY 2 (MONDAY, 28TH JANUARY, 2013) author ‘beefed up’ to create a
ridged, torch-cut effect
Today I worked through the next stages of the
instructions; the kit grew in my eyes when the hull
elements were glued together. I need to say that
they fitted very nicely and I had no problems with
them. Only a bit of 'welding' (filler) was used to
correct the seams and add the new ones around
the small elements on the hull surface. The chassis
parts fitted perfectly and it was very easy to align
them. Good job, Amusing Hobby! I was surprised
when I saw an oil cap on the engine deck. It was
possible to show off, but I decided to cover it as I
didn't know how the cover cap should be mounted.
Finally, I started to work with the PE parts which
One entire fender
are fragile. was left off, with
Again, I needed to take my own periscopes for corresponding
the same reason as before. It was time to re-create bracket detail added
some battle damage; one fender was cut off and in its place
the second was bent around a little with the aim of
painting a lot of scratches to simulate the destroyed
paint coat. The vehicle sure looks battered.
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DAY 3 (TUESDAY, 29TH JANUARY, 2013) DAY 5 (THURSDAY, 31ST JANUARY, 2013)
Today I had only two hours for modelling so I I can see the end of the building stages. Today
focused on the rear of the kit. First I prepared all I prepared all parts which were left; antennae,
the kit parts and decided to substitute the right box side shields with hangers, lights, indicator, fender
for the one from the IR devices set (ET Model ER35- mounting rack and other small details. Now only
034) I had left over from the Löwe build. Also, I wheels and tracks were left. First I started with
added a chain to the towing hook bolt and metal wheels. It took a minute to clean them up and
The Panther style tool racks were built up off the model
shackles from the Panther kit mentioned above. The prepare for assembly. I mounted them to the torsion
jack was painted separately as it would be much bars, holding them in place with BluTack. There
easier to apply weathering to, as with the exhausts. is very nice detail on the rims, fine and subtle in
Tomorrow I will start on the tools! execution. Unfortunately this will be invisible under
the coat of mud. The tracks are made from hard
DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY, 30TH JANUARY, 2013) plastic and it was not easy to clean them up.
I started on the tool racks after supper and to I was thinking about throwing them out and
up-detail them I used Aber’s clamps. This was buying Friuls but in the end I persevered and
necessary because the manufacturer only provides prepared them in one hour. I was really surprised
plastic blocks to simulate the holders. The barrel-rod when I used the jig designed for track building. It
tube was upgraded with new clamps. I left all parts was really good! So after two hours of cleaning-
unglued to allow easier access during the painting up and building, the tracks were ready. And they
stages. The most time consuming was the infra-red are workable; again I need to say 'good job
gear which I made by looking at an instruction Amusing'. I adjusted the length of the tracks to fit
sheet from ET Model. I hope it looks okay? Four the wheels and stuck them on with masking tape The over-thick width indicators were replaced by in-scale metal items
hours was like five minutes and the last thing I did to see the results of my work. Yay, it was the end
was to take some pictures! of building stages.
Assembly of the tracks is eased by a jig, included with the kit
Note the aluminium schurzen and

cast metal track links on the turret
side in this view
AFV Edition 39
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The remarkable camouflage scheme looks outlandish at this stage, but looks quite appropriate once later weathering effects have been applied
I had some time to spare, so the airbrush DAY 7 (SATURDAY, 2ND FEBRUARY, 2013) To fade the horizontal surfaces I used white oil
work began. The kit was divided into smaller It was a long day on the painting. Yes, the kit looks paint and three tones of yellow. They were blended
sections for easy painting. I applied Vallejo black unique, but this is somewhat of a science-fiction in situ to differentiate each panel.
and here and there I used sandpaper to remove vehicle so it could be painted that way. The dark- For streaking I applied AK mixtures wiped with
imperfections. Now to the most important thing – painted sides look interesting and striking at the white spirit. And then midnight came…
what camouflage scheme should I use? I would like same time. After the tool racks and tube had been
to create something eye-catching, using the correct cemented in place, the colour blocks were covered DAY 9 (MONDAY, 4TH FEBRUARY, 2013)
colours used by the Germans in the last months of a little but it still looks quite eye-catching. I’m glad! Chips are on. Using three Vallejo colours – Buff,
the war, but it had to be modern enough. I found Okay, the main camo was now ready, now German Camo Black-Brown and Cavalry Brown –
an interesting picture on the internet and would try for the wheels. I painted them in the camouflage I painted the first part on the front of the kit. The
to use this idea. colours plus some of them were given little sponge was very helpful but I used the 000 brush
additions in silver and red. They will probably be mainly. At the end of working on each panel I used
DAY 6 (FRIDAY, 1ST FEBRUARY, 2013) covered by dust and mud, but some of them should the 'sprinkle' technique – a nice and realistic result
I started with a mix of Vallejo Model Color 976 be slightly visible. with minimum effort.
Buff and 912 Tan Yellow in 1:1 ratio; this was
the easiest part. After that I applied some subtle DAY 8 (SUNDAY, 3RD FEBRUARY, 2013) DAY 10 (TUESDAY, 5TH FEBRUARY, 2013)
modulation and highlighting of details. Then I Day of decals, colour-washes, fading and streaking Almost midnight and the chipping is done. After
started the masking, painting the schurzen first. grime. I found some spare blue decals from a couple of hours of work I can say I finished them.
The result was quite nice so I decided to paint Dragon kit and composed the '0527' turret They look nice especially on the dark blocks were
both sides and front of the hull, the same as the number. The emblem of the 9th SS Hohenstaufen the Buff is clearly visible. That’s all for tonight!
turret. The horizontal surfaces were covered to Division comes from Archer (as does the
avoid unnecessary paint overspray. To create the extinguisher plate) and the crosses come from DAY 11 (WEDNESDAY, 6TH FEBRUARY, 2013)
camouflage I used 890 Reflective Green, 872 model decals set. With Set and Sol they settled I started today’s work with pre-dusting with US
Chocolate Brown and 950 Black. I achieved an perfectly. As always, Mig’s mixes were used; Dark Field Drab. It is my typical preparation for pigment
interesting effect. Wash and Thinner for Washes. application. After that I applied dark pigments;
A circular paint scoring effect on the upper deck was created by taping a Dirt-coloured mixes of pigments were flicked from a brush onto the hull’s The weathered-up sprockets and idlers, ready to be mounted
pencil in place and traversing the turret! underside to form a highly convincing ‘mud’ build-up to the running gear
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The tracks were undercoated in black, then airbrushed with US Field Drab. Various pigments and colour washes were then applied to build up the effect of worn and muddied steel
“Then I started on the wheels. I was looking for some inspiration

to treat them in an attractive and unique way...”
Russian Earth and Dark Mud on the lower parts with the same pigments as before. The most visible
of the hull especially in places which are covered line with three wheels on each side was prepared
by tracks. It was an unnecessary work because to show the different 'mud effect' on each wheel.
nobody will look there but I feel better knowing It is a bit unreal but looks good on the model. I
the mud is on! Some lighter splashes of mud were can say it is an eye-catcher. So for this effect I
created with Europe Dust. used pigments and fixer, oil paints, oil and grease
Then I started on the wheels. First I was looking mixture, thinner and pencil to polish the teeth and
for some inspiration to treat them in an attractive edges. I’m glad with the result.
and unique way. My idea was very simple; there
are three lines of wheels. The first line, next to the DAY 12 (THURSDAY, 7TH FEBRUARY, 2013)
hull, is almost invisible so I weathered them only The next day of pigment-play! I primed the tracks
from one side. The second line (double wheels) is in black, then airbrushed US Field Drab (as a
dirty on both sides. For the mud, I opened the jars 'pre-dusting' layer) and on this surface I applied
AFV Edition 41
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It really does look like a baby

Panther, right down to the
stowage boxes at the rear. That
crazy camouflage looks just right
on this ‘paper panzer’
the pigments with fixer. Some of the links were DAY 13 (FRIDAY, 8TH FEBRUARY, 2013)
highlighted and treated with Neutral Wash. I The finishing line is close! I rusted-up the additional
added polished areas and rubber traces. tracks and decided to add more links, just one or
Once the tracks were mounted, I turned my two. The towing hooks and shackles were put on
attention to the exhaust. I prepared the rusty look their places. The antennae were ready to attach but
of it by following Adam Wilder’s 'Authentic Metal' they were left until the very end to avoid damage.
DVD and his step-by-step description. I need to say
it is a very easy but effective way of painting. I love DAY 14 (SATURDAY, 9TH FEBRUARY, 2013)
the result I achieved! The model is finally done after working all work
Note the shields and the shrapnel marks. The today. The stowage, towing cable, burnt wooden
difference between them and the sides of the hull beam, lost schurzens, jerry cans, chain, T-34 fuel
is clearly visible. Vertical surfaces are dusted and can, additional links, tarpaulin are all glued in
the sloping surfaces are satin in finish. Moreover, I place and the kit is ready for a photo session and
hung them in various positions which I think is much presentation. I’m really satisfied with the result.
more interesting than the suggested way. So now This 'little Panther' was nice to build and hope
I had 90% of the ready kit. I now need to prepare to meet another Amusing Hobby kit on my way!
some further details plus the stowage. Good night! Happy modelling! • The camouflage has been toned
down but not entirely hidden by
the weathering, tool brackets and
other on-vehicle equipment
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MODELLING REFERENCES SOVIET GTU-1 ENGINEERING VEHICLE
A BEAST FRO M
The GTU-1 is just one in a large series of armoured recovery vehicles
produced by the now defunct Soviet Union. Zack Sex brings us a
photo-report of one interesting version
D
uring World War Two, many countries saw Eastern front was a numbers game, one if which their front plates, a large stowage box mid section
the need for dedicated repair and recovery they overwhelmed their German opponents and as and a chunky earth anchor and winch to the rear.
vehicles. The USA was to convert both the their foe retreated steadily westward the Red army Other types would quickly follow from East block
Lee and Sherman into the M31 and well would take all before it anyway. allies such as the Polish WTZ and Czechoslovakian
known M32 respectively, while Britain would The postwar environment would change all VT-55. These dedicated recovery vehicles were to
deploy Cromwell and Churchill ARVs along side of this and the massive and victorious Red Army be widely exported throughout the developing-world
their Sherman ARVs. German use of Bergepanzers would begin to deploy more expensive and and particularly to Arab allies. Nowadays they are
and Bergepanthers is fairly well documented. All advanced designs in an attempt to keep up in the being phased out in favour of the more modern
of these western designs were extensively modified qualitative arms race of the Cold War. Marketing Brem-1, based on T72 and T90 chassis. Amongst
versions of the original vehicles. may also have played a role, as the west sold all these military ARVs, Soviet planners saw a need
The Soviets had other considerations in their M88s and Centurion ARVs to their customers the to develop a quasi-civilian variant that could be
Herculean battle for survival with the Hitlerite Soviets no doubt felt the need to offer similar goods used during emergencies such as natural disasters
hoards there was no time for such niceties; worn to theirs. The first major Soviet post-war ARV took or industrial, chemical or nuclear accidents. The
out T34 and KV hulls minus their turrets would have the form of the BTS 2 and 4a which utilised T44 GTU-1 was an ideal candidate and with a large,
to make do. After all, the Soviet tank war on the and T54 chassis mounting BTU dozer blades on roomy crew cabin to the front it had all the tools
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O M THE EAST!
required to get through rubble-filled streets after
an earthquake and enough protection to enable
a crew to operate in a radioactive or chemically
contaminated area. So it was in 1986 that the
GTU-1 would have its moment to shine, albeit in a
rather dire situation. After the catastrophic nuclear
accident in the Chernobyl plant, vehicles such as
the GTU-1 and IMRs were sent in with thousands of
volunteers to try and contain the massive damage
and reduce the risk of an even more deadly series
of explosions beneath the reactor halls. The GTU-1
was also to see limited use in Chechnya where
these ARVs were to see use with civil defence
operators, removing damaged and destroyed
Russian army T72s from the streets of Grozny. •
AFV Edition 45

A. The BTU 55 dozer blade is

attached to the GTU-1 and all
other T series tanks by a pair
of robust arms connected to the
lower hull KMT fittings
B. A rear view of the GTU-1

showing the empty fitting for the
earth anchor normal mounted to
the rear. Above we see the fitting
for the winch or tow cable
C. A detailed view of the busy

rear of this GTU-1 showing the
engine deck opened, the radiator
unit elevated and a number of well
worn and battered fittings
D. Detail shot of the rear of the

GTU-1, its early T54 wheels and
OMSH tracks coated with dry mud
E. Top view of the rear engine

deck, the engine grill raised to
gain access to the engine radiator.
Of note is the exhaust unit and
stowage box construction
A B C
D E

F G
H I J
F. The large central stowage box

positioned midway down the
GTU-1 is a standard fitting on all
Soviet era ARVs. Of note is black
and smokey exhaust outlet
G. A front three quarter view from

the lefthand side of the GTU-1
showing to very good effect the
type of rust accumulation on the
BTU dozer blade
H. Detail shot of lefthand side

of the crew cabin which offers
protection from smoke, chemicals
and radiation during use in
emergencies
I. Detail shot of OMSH track

showing its worn bear metal in
contrast to its mud encrusted
grooves
J. Top shot of the GTU-1 driver’s

and crew cabin showing light
fittings and top zip box normally
mounted on the running boards
on the T55 series. Of note is also
the construction and fittings of the
BTU-55 hydraulic box AFV Edition 47

K. Detail view of the rear construction of the BTU-55 dozer blade widely
available in resin but also from early Trumpeter T55 kits
L. Detail view of the front upper hull showing the formation lights
found front and rear of all Soviet tanks and the KMT attachment lug for
connecting to the dozer blade or mine rollers
M. Detail shot of the GTU-1 exhaust outlet and dry mud encrusted tracks
N. Close up of the rear engine deck showing formation light, mesh

grills,work light and winch guide unit
K L
M N

O P
Q R S
O. Detail shot of the cable guide

or winch unit mounted on the rear
engine deck through which the tow
cable (missing here) is normally
pulled
P. Interesting shot of the GTU-1 in

comparison to the massive KZKT
recovery truck which mounts a
KET-T crane on its back
Q. A side profile shot of GTU

crew cabin, its simple box-like
construction making it an attractive
scratchbuild project perhaps?
R. A view through the GTU side

window into the rather austere
crew quarters
S. The GTU-1 cab normally has

thick windows and in many cases
thick wire mesh window guards.
Here we see the top zip boxes
and variation of rust on this
colourful AFV AFV Edition 49

HIDING IN THE HEDGE R
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E ROWS I
n this diorama-worthy photo, tall hedgerow, the five-man crew of is an M4A1(76)W followed by an
possibly taken in early August the first tank posing nicely for the M4, another M4A1(76)W and then
1944 near Vire in the Calvados photographer. The tanks belong to E another M4.
region of Normandy, we see four Co, of the 67th Armored Regiment A simple but effective ‘long and
Sherman tanks concealed behind a of the 2nd Armored Div.US. The first thin’ diorama display idea? •
AFV Edition 51
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FULL-BUILD TRUMPETER 1:35 KV-1S/85 • KIT NO.01567
TALES O
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OF THE RIVERBANK
When building Trumpeter's 1:35 KV-1S/85 heavy tank kit, the image of a
wrecked tank on an 85 degree (pun intended) angled cliff, was probably
the last thing on George Koullouris's mind. However, a diorama on a flat
surface would not give do justice given its sheer size, so he decided to go
for an extreme approach
F
irst I began by designing the base, with a
high, steep cliff on the background, a second,
even bank in the middle and a lower water
surface for the foreground. After carving a
rough basic shape out of insulating foam and using
balsa wood for the frame, I coated all the surfaces
with a thin layer of Das Modelling Clay. Before it
was hard, I carved details such as exposed rocks
and erosion streaks using clay sculpting tools and
pressed in the tracks where the tank would finally
rest. I then coated the clay with thinned wood glue
and sprinkled on various sizes of rocks and sand.
In order recreate the natural drop of dirt and rocks
due to the erosion from the sides of the cliffs, I tilted
the base back a bit, and poured a mixture of sifted
dirt and small stones and let gravity create the
effect as seen on the left and right. I used thinned
wood glue with water and a drop of dish soap to
ease the capillary action and to glue the clamp
together without breaking it apart. Small sticks and
dried roots were added to the ground work, and
left to completely dry.
For the painting process I coated the groundwork
with various tones of acrylics including Vallejo’s
Desert Yellow, Light Mud and US Field Drab, all
mixed with white in order to create a lighter tone
for the darker wash stage. For the rocks and stones
I used various greys, including Neutral and Grey
Green, again mixed with white for the highlights.
The smaller stones were painted using a brush to To paint the base, the author coated the groundwork with acrylics; Vallejo Desert Yellow, Light Mud and US Field Drab
break up the monotony of the ground work and
then used a thinned wash of burnt and raw umber
oil paints on the entire base. For the erosion marks THE TANK traditional method of applying glue directly to the
as well as the water banks, I used Dark Mud, Fresh The kit was fairly easy to build and just needed a surface of the model and dabbing it with a sponge.
Mud and Slimy Grime enamel washes from AK few minor fixes and additions for the purpose of The other major alteration was the whole
Interactive, undiluted as streaks and softened them this diorama. Trumpeter provides a metal barrel suspension system, as it does not allow for any
with odourless enamel thinner to create shadows and very good detail overall. In order for the model movement of the wheels. Using a file, I rounded
and give more depth. The lower banks received to sit at the awkward angle required, a little styrene off all the hexagonal pins of the suspension, thus
another wash of Summer Kursk Earth and then Dark surgery was performed with a Tamiya Saw and providing freedom of movement. I then attached
Mud for the lower points where the water would tested the angle until I was happy with the result. the wheels temporarily and placed the model on
meet the earth. At this stage the foliage was added The additions made were weld seams on the the base. I superglued the suspension in place,
using a variety of products, from dried sea grass, external fuel tanks and various points of the model as seen in the pictures having a variety wheel
to ready-made grass tufts, and Mininatur’s excellent using thin strips of Green stuff, textured using a positioning. In order for the tank tracks to have a
maple foliage of various colours, all fixed using toothpick. Also, although provided in the kit, a realistic sag, I used the excellent set of Friulmodel
wood glue. rougher texture was created on the turret using the tracks for KV-1 tanks.
For the rocks and stones the author used The base colour for the water was keep Colour-washes and drybrushing brought out the detail in the rocks and dirt
Vallejo Neutral Grey and Grey Green dark and muddy-coloured
AFV Edition 53
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Foliage on the riverbank was created using a variety of products, from dried sea grass to ready-made grass tufts and Mininatur’s excellent maple foliage of various colours, all fixed using PVA wood glue
The entire model was coated with Vallejo Black The chipping was done with Vallejo German Black All the oil paints were left on a piece of cardboard
Surface primer, then Grey Primer to create artificial Brown and was applied by brush for the finer for a half an hour so the excess oil would be
shadows and highlights before the first coat of scratches and sponge for larger surfaces. Washes absorbed and the paints would dry faster. Darker
paint. For the camouflage I used Vallejo Russian included a variety of colours and products. Firstly paints were used around raised details and engine
Green 4BO Set from their AFV Painting System a Dark Brown enamel wash by AK was applied to covers, while lighter paints were applied to the
series. The set includes 5 acrylic paints ranging create darker areas and dirty up all the surfaces. edges of the tank or were the crew would step
from a Dark Green primer to Light Green for on with dirty boots. The effects created varied all
highlights and a satin varnish. All the paints were OIL WASHES around the tank, creating a very realistic finish on
thinned using Vallejo’s Airbrush Thinner. A raw umber oil colour wash followed, heavily flat surfaces and streaking on vertical ones.
The painting began with a Green base in light, thinned with AK odourless thinner to soften the dark A variety of pigments were also used for the
almost transparent layers and finished with Light brown wash. After everything dried up, the oil mud and dirt effects. For the lower hull I applied a
Green in very small raised areas, particularly were I colour spot technique was used to create different layer of Summer Kursk Earth wash, then sprinkled
wanted to create brighter areas due to natural light. filters and effects on the model. Dark green, yellow the pigments randomly on the wash, following the
Small details were painted with a brush using light ochre, raw umber, buff titanium, burnt umber, burnt same pattern with lighter on top and darker on
green paint to accentuate them before the darker sienna oil colours and AK Streaking Grime were the bottom. Pigments were applied on the fender
washes. The decals came from the spares box and used in order to create rusty, oily, dusty area effects with a brush and then fixed in place with Pigment
were fixed using Mr. Mark Softer by Mr Hobby. as a basis for the rest of the weathering to follow. Fixer. Splash effects were created all over the tank
Dry grass for model railway layouts was cut up into short lengths The grass was fixed to the base with PVA. AK Interactive products were used to create variations in colour
The rough grass along the top of the riverbank was airbrushed with varying tones of Vallejo acrylic paints to create a realistic effect
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The tank during the painting process. Shading was done using the ‘black and white’ technique Colour-washes were employed to deepen detail and add accumulations of grime
The painting and weathering is moving along. Note the rust tones on the track guards A close-up on the turret top shows the effect of the washes and chipping
Some of the weathering products

and oil paints used on this model!
AFV Edition 55
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Some AK
Interactive pre-
mixed products
are prepared for
application
The clear resin for

the water was
tinted with acrylic
paint prior to With the resin water poured and cured, a little ‘motion’ was required on the To create some small ripples in the river, Woodland Scenics ‘Water Effects’
pouring water’s surface to add some life was painted on; it will dry clear
using a brush soaked in thinned pigments and a worry about, since they broke by themselves after
toothpick. Remember to make the first splash on a a couple of minutes. I applied the mixture in three
paper towel to remove the bigger drops! Oil and layers, always making sure there were no leaks.
fuel stains were a mixture of Streaking Grime and After the second layer was dry, I drilled a few holes
Fuel Stains from AK. to insert the reeds from Reality in Scale. The reeds
The mixture was applied in small layers to avoid were firstly painted with lighter tones of green and
having an excessive build-up of oil stains, around yellow. After the third layer was dry I began gluing
the engine hatches and wherever the crew would long grass between the reeds, leaves, small sticks
perform service repairs and refuelling. Then, lightly and lilly pads. Also using a sharp blade I cut off
thinned fuels stains were added on an even smaller the raised edges of the resin that were created by
area to recreate fresh stains. Also oil streaks were the tape. Finally I used Woodland Scenics Water
applied to the lower hull and the suspension. Effects to recreate waves and bind everything
Smaller oil stains were applied on the entire model together. It has the consistency of very thick glue
randomly using the same mixture. Clumps of grass and can be applied by dabbing it with a brush.
and leaves were fixed on the fenders using small After three layers I was finally happy with the result.
drops of wood glue. The tracks received a dark
brown paint layer, followed by various pigments THE FIGURE
fixed with Pigment fixer. The edges were lightly The figure came from a Master Box Eastern Region
scuffed with coarse sandpaper to expose the white Peasants WWII set. Minor changes were made,
metal of the Friulmodel tracks. including creating a Soviet flag out of tissue paper
and moving the head to a more downward angle
THE WATER to look at the tank, using Green Stuff. All colours
For the lake I used the excellent Resin Water set used on the figure were from the Vallejo series.
from AK. It includes a bottle of resin and a bottle The entire project was a challenge given the
of hardener agent and two syringes. The edge strange angle and new products I used, especially
of the water was tightly and carefully sealed with Resin Water. Overall I had a great time making it
painter's tape and also used spare wood panels throughout and provided me with more experiences
to support the tape so it wouldn’t bow from the for future projects. The tank is highly recommended
weight of the resin. I mixed a ratio of two parts for Soviet armour lovers, and so are all the
resin to one part hardener and added a few drops products used in this diorama. A thank you goes to
of Vallejo Canvas to recreate the muddy water. AK Interactive for sending me the resin water and
The resin mixed perfectly, leaving no air bubbles to some washes for the model. •
The figure comes from Master Box’s ‘Eastern Region Peasants WWII’ set. A Soviet flag was made from
tissue paper and the head was tilted downwards so he is looking at the tank
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AFV Edition 57
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CHASING THE RABBIT
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IN MODEL FORM
There are various kits of the
Kettenkraftrad in a range of scales;
I
n this detail-packed image, two US soldiers sit on observing the rubble and devastation of Carentan’s 1:6, 1:9, 1:24, 1:32, 1:35, 1:48,
a captured and quite new-looking Sd.Kfz.2 kleines town centre after heavy fighting. 1:72 and even 1:144. The newest
Kettenkraftrad while another fills the open, US-pattern The US censor has obscured all the shoulder and model on release is from a new
jerrycans in the rear compartment with water. An helmet patches, but the photo referenced by the US company ‘Fox Models’, part of the
Sd.Anh1 trailer is hitched to the Kettenkraftrad and Signal Corps (No.190625) indicates that these are Studio27 car model company. It’s in
its electrical connector can be clearly seen leading Paratroops of the 502nd Parachute Infantry Regt of the 1:24 and formed from resin, white
to the ‘hump’ at the rear of the vehicle. The GIs are 101st Airborne Div. metal and photo-etched brass. It’s
not cheap (about £160) but is very
detailed. More news on this kit soon. •
AFV Edition 59
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KIT PREVIEW TAMIYA 1:16 US MAIN BATTLE TANK M1A2 ABRAMS DISPLAY MODEL • KIT NO.36212
MIGHTY M
At last, Tamiya have created a 1:16
M1A2 Abrams! Here, we review
the static display version, which
will be followed by the 'Full-Option'
radio controlled version
N
ext in Tamiya's 1:16 'Big Tank' series is a for the drive sprockets, idler wheels, suspension
kit that depicts the current stalwart of US components and more.
forces, the M1A2 Abrams. The M1 Abrams • In the box you'll find durable, pre-assembled
has been around since the early 1980s, engineering-grade plastic, double-pin tracks
receiving constant upgrades to ensure that it stays secured with metal pins. Rubber track-pads
at the cutting edge of military technology. M1A2s feature.
were introduced from 1992 and developed as next • The gun barrel is aluminium for strength and
generations of the tank, chock-full of the front-line realism Photo-etched parts are included to
technology and bringing the M1 into the digital recreate the engine deck screens and turret rear
age. They featured depleted uranium armour, a basket with complete accuracy.
modified commander’s cupola and more and saw
action in the conflict in Iraq in 2003. MIM'S IMPRESSION
Inside the vast kit box we find the enormous upper
ABOUT TAMIYA'S NEW MODEL hull moulding which is quite staggering in size. The
• This is a 1:16 scale, static plastic (and metal) upper turret moulding is also a big piece of plastic,
model kit of the M1A2 Abrams. The version rendered with eye-popping detail. As with any kit,
shown here is the non-motorised release, intended some areas could be improved; the hull's access-
for modellers who do not require the radio hatch handles are moulded solidly and the bolted
controlled features. strips that run along the tops of the side-armour
The hull of the M1A2 is truly huge in 1:16 and takes up quite a bit of
• The form of the M1A2 with its flat turret and panels are missing, but these are the fun things to
workbench space
hull armour is expertly recreated, complete with add; no major corrections are required. This is a
depictions of the textured, anti-slip surfaces of the mightily impressive model that will dominate any
real tank. display cabinet. We can't wait to see the full-RC
• The model is based around a tough, pre-folded version! •
aluminium hull tub. Cast metal parts are provided
The turret is a massive moulding and it

covered with fantastic surface detail
The model is based around an

aluminium-sheet tub, which comes
pre-drilled for suspension parts
Primer will be needed when painting the exposed metal surfaces
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M1A2 MUSCLE
AFV Edition 61
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BOOK REVIEWS
TIRAN WRECKS, TIRAN 4/5/6
WRECKS IN THE IDF, PART 1
MICHAEL MASS, ADAM O’BRIEN, DESERT EAGLE PUBLISHING
www.aviationbookcentre.com
ISBN; 978-965-7700-05-1
In 1:35, Tamiya offer an excellent kit of the Tiran, a captured and modified T-55
and Takom have just released a stunning new model of the Tiran 4, which was
derived from the T-54. The exciting thing about the Israeli Tiran series of tanks
is that they got into the most incredible states of disrepair and were painted in
varying shades of paint that later flaked off and made a horrible mess; perfect for
weathering addicts! The authors of this new, eighty-four softback production from
Desert Eagle Publishing clearly understand this too and have chosen to compile
a photographic collection of the most mouthwateringly beaten up vehicles you
could imagine. Some background history of the Tiran programme is provided
but quickly we are off into the photos and if you’re a compulsive weatherer,
your mind will be whirring with modelling ideas by the time page twenty comes
around. The close-ups are fantastic and focus on the peeling paint, crumpled,
rusty stowage boxes, corroded metal, perished rubber, sun-bleached markings
and dry mud-packed tracks, all making wonderful references for these machines
specifically and also for any tanks abandoned in arid lands. This book comes
highly recommend as a reference source for the Tiran of course, but also for the
striking imagery that captures the ‘beauty’ of gently corroding AFVs.
GUN TRUCKS, A VISUAL HISTORY OF THE US ARMY’S

VIETNAM-ERA WHEELED ESCORT PLATFORMS
DAVID DOYLE,
AMPERSAND GROUP, INC
www.casematepublishing.co.uk
This recent production from Ampersand chronicles the evolution of

the US Army’s modified trucks that were used as armoured transports
in ‘hot’ zones of Vietnam during that conflict. Within the 124 pages
(including covers) we are treated to incredibly useful photos of the
vehicles that were used in this programme, from the humble M151
Mutt (up-armoured) to the mighty five-ton M54A2 truck, plus walk-
arounds and close-ups of the M45 Quad .50cal mount, the various
machine guns fitted to the trucks and a generous selection of photos
of the last remaining gun truck ‘Eve of Destruction’ which now lives at
the US Army Transportation Museum at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The bulk
of the book is taken up by page after page of wonderful, mostly colour
photos of gun trucks ‘in country’. Absolutely fantastic stuff for modellers
and a must-have for modellers of Vietnam War-era military hardware.
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DANA IN THE DUMPS WARING MATILDA
Hobbyboss's DANA gets rusty Tamiya’s superb little 1:35 Matilda II in detail
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DIORAMAS YOU
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WITH THE ENEMY BEFORE YOU DIE...
A collaborator is captured
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re en Pail, near Alençon, Normandy, August liberated France and western Europe, and seldom selected individuals from two sets of figures by
1944; two armed French resistance fighters represented in model form for understandable Ukrainian producer Master Box. The sculpting of
– both wearing armbands – pass a Sherman reasons. It was a part of WW2 history however. these figurines is excellent and they will look great
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a woman back to the village with her hands on her of rations on its sloped frontal armour, kit-bag
head, suspected of having collaborated with the and jerrycan on the turret side and further items Masterbox sets are imported and distributed in the
Germans on 16th August 1944. It was a distressing on the turret rear and engine deck. Something UK by Creative Models; www.creativemodels.co.uk
and often brutal scenario, acted out across approximating this scene could be made using
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