Dragon T-34/76 1941 mod. (prod. no. 6205)

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

HELP NEEDED FROM SMARTER MODELLERS!

I am trying to assemble the PE versions of the belts going around some boxes, and I just don't feel that I get it quite right. The instructions aren't very helpful to meo_O, but I will post a picture of the instruction part, then what I've managed to bend and assemble. If anyone could please help me understand how I am supposed to do this right, that would really be appreciated.

Thank you everyone who reads this ops:

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[Gauge1TrainsDK]

Okay, so for lack of better options, I tried continuing down the path I found, even though I don't think it's entirely correct.

I think it looks okay, though, I am just wondering where the buckle or other holder for the strap went.

Sorry for the unclear pictures, but I am not a good photographer.

Happy building.

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[Gauge1TrainsDK]

Tried taking another picture in daylight.
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[Gauge1TrainsDK]

Some more small progress - the body is ready for painting, as are the loose parts to be sprayed in different colours, etc. Next, and last, part: the turret!

I have to say that the pleasure of building these kits grow on me - this is only my second one, but the high quality of each individual piece, combined with the level of detail, makes it an awesome and absorbing build, worth every minute of it. I can only look forward to improve my weathering skills, especially when it comes to dirtying things with acrylic Vallejo washes.

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[Guest]

Coming along nicely Christian, looking forward to the next update

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

Thanks, Tommy!

The build is now complete enough for everything to get painted, then a tiny bit of assembly left, along with decalling. Then: weathering!

The gun elevates and the turret rotates. Otherwise, there's no functionality.

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[Guest]

Looking good Christian

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

Thanks!

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

What a painted T-34/76 looks like:[ATTACH]282084[/ATTACH]

[Guest]

I'm building this kit as part of a how-to guide I'm putting together aimed at the average or newish modeler. Needless to say that your build is informing mine, in a good way.


Shot

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

I'm building this kit as part of a how-to guide I'm putting together aimed at the average or newish modeler. Needless to say that your build is informing mine, in a good way.


Shot

Thank you, that's certainly encouraging!

I am currently painting wheels, so I have to admit that almost no progress has been made, owing to time restraints (not lack of interest).

[stillp]

HELP NEEDED FROM SMARTER MODELLERS!

I am trying to assemble the PE versions of the belts going around some boxes, and I just don't feel that I get it quite right.:sad: The instructions aren't very helpful to meo_O, but I will post a picture of the instruction part, then what I've managed to bend and assemble. If anyone could please help me understand how I am supposed to do this right, that would really be appreciated.

Thank you everyone who reads this ops:

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That looks right to me!

Pete

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

That looks right to me!

Pete

Thanks! It was the best I could think of.

[Gauge1TrainsDK]

So, I know this GB has long since been due to finish, but other parts of life has a way of interrupting people's modelling. I am no different :-)

For anyone who might still be interested, please find below pictures of parts of the now assembled tank. (The current status of the project is that it is completely assembled with decals and gloss coated, so ready for weathering! Pictures of that coming up!)

I particularly like the track sag on this one. Clear minusses are the lack of any discernible way of fixing the two metallic cables to the tank, and my mistake with the track links on one side, which must apparently be one link too short :-( Better luck next time, I guess, but I did make them match before painting, so I have not been critical enough of the length. Something to learn for next time I make an indie-link vehicle, for sure!

I would like to again underline just what a pleasure it was to build this Dragon kit: Parts look absolutely stunning, on this kit fit absolutely beautifully, and the instructions were - for once - sufficient. Photo etch minimal, and easy to apply. I had to scratch build the brown holders for the spare tracks (used thin, flat Evergreen plastic strip), as the ones the kit came with would not bend, they would break! All in all, I heartily recommend this kit to any fan of T-34s.


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Happy modelling!

[JR]

Christian.
Nice, looks a good well produced detailed model.
John.