1934 Tank BT-7A /w 76 mm gun KT-28

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Just had to pull this out for something to do while waiting for other builds to dry, etc. If anyone likes Russian made kits by Eastern Express Group with lots and lots of flash, poor directions and fit, this is the kit for you! Without further adeu'........

 

[wbill76]

Definitely an adventure in 'find the real part in the flash' type of endeavor Bruce! Looks like you're beating it into submission.

[dierk]

Love the BT tanks! Hope you've got plenty of references, as EE is not renowned for their accuracy - still got a few of their 'pearls' in my stash, but have failed to work up the courage to tackle them.

[armorguy]

Sometimes less known

EE isn't as famous as Dragon and Tamiya or Trumpeter, but sometimes these lesser known brands have unique types in their range, like this one. With a bit more patience and a trained pair of eyes you can make this one a stunning piece, some good reference pics do the trick to complete the build. Have fun sir.

[adt70hk]

Dogfish

A nice start and a nicely different kit.

Mar 10, 2016 4:09:04 GMT -5 dierk said:

Love the BT tanks! Hope you've got plenty of references, as EE is not renowned for their accuracy - still got a few of their 'pearls' in my stash, but have failed to work up the courage to tackle them.

Dierk

As soon as I saw this I thought of you!

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Thanks. Being this is a 1934 Tank, haven't found many good reference shots yet. Mostly the T-34s.  So if anyone comes across any, I'd appreciate a link at least, if not a photo.
Even though there is allot of flash, let me say, that the detail is very good on this kit and it has allot of character. I would like to put more detail into it. It would also make a good burn out model or damaged.

[jsteinman]

Here are the 3 that I have saved for my own BT-7a!

imgur.com/a/CCcgP

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Those images didn't show. All I got was "Zoinks! You've taken a wrong turn."
Never mind. I found a bunch guys!!

[dierk]

This might help: Photo's

Blueprints

Images

If you PM me your email address I can send you a dropbox link to a Russian book on the BT series.

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Fantastic Dierk! You are awesome! PM sent.

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Meanwhile, been sanding and welding.

[Leon]

Looks like your starting to tame this into submission Bruce!

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Thanks Leon. Luckily have several packs of Evergreen and Plasistruct around. Speaking of witch... because of the reference, found the kit doesn't have the bolt nuts on the KT-28 mount. So, dug out the Plastistruct 90871 Hex Rods and made a few nuts. They aren't perfect, but I think it will add a little more interest to it.



 

[dierk]

Nice work Bruce! Glad the references have come in useful. If you fancy spending some money I can recommend the Masterclub range of resin fasteners - they come in very handy when dealing with kits of the EE ilk.

[wouter]

Nice work there mate, extra details really make it even better

Cheers

[dierk]

I don't know how far you want to take this, but pre-war soviet armour was painted in 3B AU from 1935. 4BO, the colour that we all know as 'Russian Green' was introduced in 1941 because of a problem with 3B AU: with a special optical filter it stood out from the surrounding vegetation because the pigments used reflected light differently from chlorophyll. Yes, I know, I'm an anorak

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All very useful info Dierk. Thanks so much for the cut sheets. I'll probably just go with the 41 colors, seeing as how I already have the AK Russian color pack. But the after market kits might be useful,

[wbill76]

Looks like the welding and sanding is a success Bruce, you're winning the fight so far with this little beast.

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Tryin to. Installed the other side of bolts. Still need to file them down to size. Started on the 76 mm gun. Filled in some sink marks on the carage. It will need some work.

[dierk]

"It will need some work" - should be printed on the boxes of EE kits

[Deleted]

The price was right....... I think:)

[Leon]

Those bolts are a great detail addition Bruce!

[Deleted]

Thanks Leon. Far from perfect, but a good illusion. Just trimmed them down this morning and none broke off...... again. If anyone knows an easier way, please .... PLEASE tell me.

[dierk]

The easier way is called Masterclub - if you click on 'see other items' you'll see the whole range. Very expensive in the US, but at least the postage is free.

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Okay, thanks. Ordering some ALT-74 tracks from Fruil. That may help:) Shot some black primer in nooks and crannies.

[deafpanzer]

Catching up... sorry for being late! I really like what I am seeing so far...

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Thanks Andy. Don't know if I'll order the tracks from Fruil. They want $18 just for shipping. (BS!) Think I'll shop around.

[armorguy]

Friuls are worth every penny but that's expensive !

Nice too see you've been spraying the first paint.

[dierk]

Yes, Friuls are nice, but not at 18 bucks postage! If you don't mind ordering from China, search Ebay for 'Spade Ace 1/35 SAT-35070 Metal Track Russian BT-7' - I think it'll work out cheaper, and for tracks with less complex links, like the BT ones, they are just as good.

[Deleted]

Thanks Dierk! I shall do that. Things are kinda tight on Social Security.