blkhwkmatt
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Post by blkhwkmatt on May 30, 2023 17:41:41 GMT -5
This is the Meng 96K6 (NATO Designation SA-22) Pantsir from Meng. Very well engineered kit that I have been plugging away at for a bit over a year now. Still deciding on either the three color camo or solid Green as seen online lately. Major sub assemblies are complete and I am wargaming on how to paint this monster kit. Thanks for looking.  Untitled by matt pohlman, on Flickr  Untitled by matt pohlman, on Flickr  Untitled by matt pohlman, on Flickr  Untitled by matt pohlman, on Flickr  Untitled by matt pohlman, on Flickr |
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Post by deafpanzer on May 30, 2023 17:43:34 GMT -5
Looking great already... I got the whole front row of seats to myself so I can enjoy your build!
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Post by chromdome35 on May 30, 2023 18:02:52 GMT -5
This is one of the kits I've had my eye on, I am happy to see someone build it.
What is your overall impression of the kit? Any trouble spots? Ever want to throw it in the bin?
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Post by stikpusher on May 30, 2023 21:09:07 GMT -5
Well you could always make it burnt and blackened like much Russian equipment in Ukraine ends up 😉 But so far, the build looks great. Whatever scheme that you choose will look good I’m sure.
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Post by 406 Silverado on May 30, 2023 21:11:08 GMT -5
Man!!! That IS a big boy!! Looking forward to seeing which scheme you go with on this one Matt.
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Post by armornutii on May 31, 2023 9:13:21 GMT -5
Russian stuff is so cool. No idea that critter was that BIG. Please keep me in the loop as well.
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Post by tcoat on May 31, 2023 9:25:09 GMT -5
Never even heard of this kit before but looks like a must have! Mind you almost everything you guys post ends up as a "must have" for me so I need to reign in a bit. Really looking forward to where this goes.
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Post by stikpusher on May 31, 2023 11:04:21 GMT -5
Russian/Soviet ADA subjects are very cool. So much variety and history in them.
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Post by dupes on May 31, 2023 11:16:30 GMT -5
More than a year! You're better than me...I can't keep focus on a project for that long (unfortunately).
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blkhwkmatt
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Post by blkhwkmatt on May 31, 2023 12:08:56 GMT -5
This is one of the kits I've had my eye on, I am happy to see someone build it. What is your overall impression of the kit? Any trouble spots? Ever want to throw it in the bin? Overall impression of the kit is the fitment is good, I had some issues with the I-beams on the chassis which of course added fit issues to the next steps, but that might have been user error and a slightly warped piece. the truck cab is ok, not super detailed and there is no interior for the operators. The other thing that I found is you have to watch the instructions carefully as there are two distinct versions which can be built and if you are not careful you can mix versions, so prior planning is a must. Fenders on the second axel are a bit weak and I've broken the left side one off several times now. It has been enjoyable when I have focused on it, but as it is a mix of automotive and ADA has been a challenge for me. (Haven't built a car since my teens). |
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Post by chromdome35 on May 31, 2023 12:10:26 GMT -5
Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated!!!
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blkhwkmatt
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Post by blkhwkmatt on May 31, 2023 12:14:30 GMT -5
Well you could always make it burnt and blackened like much Russian equipment in Ukraine ends up 😉 But so far, the build looks great. Whatever scheme that you choose will look good I’m sure. LOL, that would be difficult to get right, so much twisted metal and black / rust. I do think that I am going to capture the look of many of them early in the conflict, with the leaking hubs on all the wheels from poor maintenance. I have also purchased the MIG Shaders and going to give that a try after watching the Mig Jimenez two part tutorial on how to paint a Russian typhoon vehicle. The shader line provides some cool effects to help modulate colors and shadows. Once I get to the painting I'll post more photos. |
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Post by Leon on May 31, 2023 15:43:25 GMT -5
WOW.... That thing loos huge!
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Post by Medicman71 on Jun 19, 2023 14:43:25 GMT -5
Very cool! I've heard that they're bad news for any aircraft.
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Post by Tobi on Jun 20, 2023 1:33:19 GMT -5
More than a year! You're better than me...I can't keep focus on a project for that long (unfortunately). I have a PHD (projects half done) in modeling. |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jun 20, 2023 4:23:42 GMT -5
Well you could always make it burnt and blackened like much Russian equipment in Ukraine ends up 😉 But so far, the build looks great. Whatever scheme that you choose will look good I’m sure. LOL, that would be difficult to get right, so much twisted metal and black / rust. I do think that I am going to capture the look of many of them early in the conflict, with the leaking hubs on all the wheels from poor maintenance. I have also purchased the MIG Shaders and going to give that a try after watching the Mig Jimenez two part tutorial on how to paint a Russian typhoon vehicle. The shader line provides some cool effects to help modulate colors and shadows. Once I get to the painting I'll post more photos. Looking forward to the painting process Matt.  |
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Post by Medicman71 on Jun 21, 2023 9:11:11 GMT -5
More than a year! You're better than me...I can't keep focus on a project for that long (unfortunately). I have a PHD (projects half done) in modeling. LMAO!!! I think a lot of us do. |
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Post by blkhwkmatt on Apr 12, 2024 17:46:34 GMT -5
I have a PHD (projects half done) in modeling. LMAO!!! I think a lot of us do. PHD - that's great. I have been running more and more into that problem lately. I have advanced this build a bit, just not taken any pictures to prove it yet. It's mostly assembled now, with the initial stages of some weathering happening. Found some of the parts assembly to be a bit on the flimsy side so the missile racks are causing difficulties for positioning right now. Additionally, I seem to be missing a part to secure the spare tire with and that is annoying to say the least, but the way it sits behind the Cab it should be not too hard to fab something up and make sure its not visible. More to follow, <Matt |
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Post by chromdome35 on Apr 12, 2024 21:58:54 GMT -5
Throw up a couple of pictures when you can, I'm really looking forward to seeing more of this one.
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Post by handiabled on Apr 14, 2024 2:10:39 GMT -5
Throw up a couple of pictures when you can, I'm really looking forward to seeing more of this one. I'm with Brian! Looking forward to some pictures |
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