M1A2 sep abrams tusk 1/2 build with interior.

[sapper23]

So I decided to build this kit for obvious reasons.

I am starting as sub Assemblys basically so I can see what is shown how it is shown so on so I can decide my method of display for the tank so as much can be displayed as possible.

It is a good method in my opinion to do this kit also because it makes painting much easier and allows test fitting. It also allows you to see all the spots you will need to fill and sand and trust me depending on how displayed it is alot.

I'm my opinion not a beginner kit at all lol... I think the instructions could be alot better as well. It lacks clarity in some places so.. yeah test fit important along with some critical thinking.

 

[sapper23]

Some sub assembly and work done so far

 

[sapper23]

Some work done today... Some is mocked up some is glued in place. The road arms with the axels going through were interesting to build. There whole thing is moveable and flexible but it makes putting it together challenging to say the least.

The slat armor on the turret is quite interesting as well, alot of holes to drill. Really the whole model has alot to drill depending on how you want laid out, version, so on. There is also alot of sand and fill depending on it too

 

[sapper23]

Some prep for paint.

 

[sapper23]

Some cage / turret work done so far today. I hope will have more done tonight or maybe tomorrow for update. The turret was interesting to do as well. Alot to line up so on.

 

[Edbert]

This looks GREAT!

I'm excited because I just ordered my first ever RFM kit and that always worries me a bit.

I do think you could have saved yourself some work with the EP marks on the upper surfaces.

Please continue to post pics of your progress!

 

[OldManModeler]

I do think you could have saved yourself some work with the EP marks on the upper surfaces.

Please continue to post pics of your progress!

Agreed.

 

[sapper23]

This looks GREAT!

I'm excited because I just ordered my first ever RFM kit and that always worries me a bit.

I do think you could have saved yourself some work with the EP marks on the upper surfaces.

Please continue to post pics of your progress!

Could have if I displayed it closed... I will not be displaying it closed. I have a plan for how it will be displayed and you will be able to see it depending on angle.

What model did you order?

 

[sapper23]

Agreed.

Will be visible depending on angle.

 

[sapper23]

This looks GREAT!

I'm excited because I just ordered my first ever RFM kit and that always worries me a bit.

I do think you could have saved yourself some work with the EP marks on the upper surfaces.

Please continue to post pics of your progress!

Ty and will keep posting pics.