Takom 1/35 SADF G6 Rhino

[Snowman]

Now that I have finally dragged the Eland across the finish line, I'm back onto the G6.
I painted the diver, really pleased with the Vallejo acrylics and painted the interior of the cab.

Painted the armoured glass was eventful, 1st attempt looked like something from an Irish convention.....emerald green!
2nd attempt was an improvement.
The driver will be fitted and the hull buttoned up.

Till next time.?

[Snowman]

The driver is in.
Now the buttoned up hull looks something like an AT-AT walker...?
Now time to mask the windows and add all other bits, then onto the turret.

Till next time.?

[Steven000]

Nice progress Gavin, the driver fits right in, have fun

[Snowman]

After some research ( staring at a bunch of old photo's for hours..?) I realised the new variant had extra vents and holes that need plugging.
Also removed some splash shields. Did a dry fit on the revised gun mount, nearly finished!

Oops, double image.

Oh well, till next time.

[scottie3158]

Very nice mate. Missed this uptil now but will follow along.

[Snowman]

The work continues incrementally, raided my motorbike detailing bits and found some bolts that are easier to apply than the Meng plastic bolt heads.
Marked out revised gun mount.

Dry fitted with the bolts.
started the commander's copula, not really a fan of the clear construction that requires some delicate masking.

Till the next update. ?

[Snowman]

I'm back from Telford, great event, a bit of controversy about the lack of proper commercial vehicle category for trucks and the like, hopefully that get ironed out.
Finally decided to bite the bullet and start building the headlight shrouds.
My first attempt with a cardboard prototype was quite close to the mark.
Then onto prototype 2 in plasticard, just hope it will bend easily.
Till the next update. ?

[papa 695]

Nice to see you back at this one. Some outstanding work so far.

[Snowman]

Four prototypes later......??
I think I have finally cracked it. The 0.25mm plasticard did the trick, it did not fracture and snap during bending.
Now for the second unit.

Till the next update ?

[Steven000]

Yes you nailed it Snowman ? the headlight looks great, nice scratching, cheers

[scottie3158]

Very nice work indeed.

[Snowman]

Well, I think that's done. Just the side view mirror arms are missing.
Very happy with the end result.

Till the next update. ?

[Snowman]

Yup, the front end is finished and ready for paint.
I've decided to put it on a similar base as the "Klein boet -Ou boet" build. Already have atopical photo selected.

Till the next update?

[scottie3158]

Some lovely detail looking forward to the next update.

[Snowman]

Finally grasped the nettle and modded the commander.
I think it looks quite natural. Just gotta sort out the bone dome, the SADF version is simpler without the flared ears for the cans.

Wishing all a happy festive break and I'll be seeing you in the new year.?

[Snowman]

I changed the helmet to something closer to the SADF variant which looks more like a load masters headgear.
Anyway, I am pleased with the American style dome.
Till next time.?