Hobby Boss 1/35 LWS

[moparmadness]

While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment.

[vw8243]

Yes I would like to watch this as i am after one a these myself a bit different but nice .

[kyledehart5]

Sweet! What a cool vehicle that is.

[deafpanzer]

Awesome! I always wanted to get one of those but I chickened out every time! Maybe you will change my mind… good luck man!

[moparmadness]

Jan 14, 2024 16:49:10 GMT -5 vw8243 said:

Yes I would like to watch this as i am after one a these myself a bit different but nice .

Welcome aboard!

[moparmadness]

Jan 14, 2024 17:42:15 GMT -5 kyledehart5 said:

Sweet! What a cool vehicle that is.

Very unique!

[moparmadness]

Jan 14, 2024 18:59:51 GMT -5 deafpanzer said:

Awesome! I always wanted to get one of those but I chickened out every time! Maybe you will change my mind… good luck man!

Welcome aboard brother!

[tcoat]

Jan 14, 2024 18:59:51 GMT -5 deafpanzer said:

Awesome! I always wanted to get one of those but I chickened out every time! Maybe you will change my mind… good luck man!

I have had this kit in my hand at various hobby shops at least 6 times. Not really sure why I kept putting it back. Can't wait to see one get built.

[M1Carbine]

Have not seen this kit in a while…..tuned in.

-Bob

[floki]

Got this one in the stash too, will be watching it come together

[handiabled]

Bookmarked!

[chromdome35]

Jan 14, 2024 16:10:59 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment.

I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit.

What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit?

[tcoat]

Jan 15, 2024 11:11:03 GMT -5 chromdome35 said:

Jan 14, 2024 16:10:59 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment.

I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit.

What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit?

1/2 way down the page here: thachweave.tripod.com/products.htm

[moparmadness]

Jan 15, 2024 11:11:03 GMT -5 chromdome35 said:

Jan 14, 2024 16:10:59 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

While I wait on paints and parts coming from overseas for the Hetzer and the Sd.Kfz 251, I will make a go at this very odd machine. I saw a picture of this vehicle in one of my books and thought it’d be a nice addition to the display shelves. I chose this particular variant for the dark yellow livery. I’ll emulate the same process I did for my recently completed Tiger I. I have a set of Friul metal tracks and an aftermarket DKM flag I’ll mount in the aft compartment.

I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit.

What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit?

I’ve ordered the Thatchweave Products bumpers TW020 for this one. The Friul tracks are ATL-104.

[tcoat]

Jan 15, 2024 12:03:32 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

Jan 15, 2024 11:11:03 GMT -5 chromdome35 said:

I'm really looking forward to watching this build as I have this exact kit in my stash. I've been trying to find the aftermarket netting that was made for this kit.

What is the Model # of the Fruil tracks you have for this kit?

I’ve ordered the Thatchweave Products bumpers TW020 for this one. The Friul tracks are ATL-104.

I have had the Thatchweave site for the bumpers bookmarked for a couple of years now.

[deafpanzer]

YES! Those are awesome. I used them on my DUKW and they look great. Can't beat using the real thing... I dipped them into a cup of tea to stain them darker in case you want to do the same.  

[moparmadness]

Great idea!

[moparmadness]

Jan 15, 2024 12:29:17 GMT -5 tcoat said:

Jan 15, 2024 12:03:32 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

I’ve ordered the Thatchweave Products bumpers TW020 for this one. The Friul tracks are ATL-104.

I have had the Thatchweave site for the bumpers bookmarked for a couple of years now.

They sure have many items you don’t even realize you need!

[moparmadness]

Just received my Friulmodel tracks direct from Hungary. As a bonus, they also included the final drive sprockets that replace the factory supplied parts which are undersized.

[kyledehart5]

Well that’s pretty nifty

[moparmadness]

Since these were operated by pioneer units, I assume the crews had Heer pioneer uniforms?? Or were they DKM style uniforms? Does anyone produce pioneer figures in 1/35 that would work with this vehicle?

[tcoat]

Jan 20, 2024 22:18:04 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

Since these were operated by pioneer units, I assume the crews had Heer pioneer uniforms?? Or were they DKM style uniforms? Does anyone produce pioneer figures in 1/35 that would work with this vehicle?

There was a crew made but good luck finding one!


www.hobbyeasy.com/en/data/42971.html

[tcoat]

Or...
There is the Italeri Schnellboat crew which is easy to get. They are navy uniforms but with the life vests you could get away with it by painting the right colour.

[deafpanzer]

Nice! The rivets look much better on the metal ones. Looks like tcoat has answered your questions... I never thought what kind of figures that will work with the LWS if I ever build one and I have learned something today.

[lyle]

boy, that is an odd DUKW...see what I did there? I'll let myself out.

That is a very interesting subject. Having a source for the bumpers just amazes me...but it really shouldn't

[406 Silverado]

Jan 14, 2024 22:01:39 GMT -5 M1Carbine said:

Have not seen this kit in a while…..tuned in.

-Bob

I haven’t seen this kit …..ever! BUT ….. it does look like a very interesting subject!

[moparmadness]

Jan 20, 2024 22:32:25 GMT -5 tcoat said:

Or...
There is the Italeri Schnellboat crew which is easy to get. They are navy uniforms but with the life vests you could get away with it by painting the right colour.

I have a set of these. They’re nice and would work in a pinch.

[moparmadness]

So far so good. The difficulty level is a bit deceiving. Parts fit is not great, mold lines are tough to clean on some parts, and detail is very soft in some areas and needs scratch improvements if 100% accuracy is your thing. It feels like they had a great idea but rushed it to market without the necessary QA/QC. You’ll need to flex some modeling chops on this one for sure.

[chromdome35]

Jan 21, 2024 13:44:17 GMT -5 moparmadness said:

So far so good. The difficulty level is a bit deceiving. Parts fit is not great, mold lines are tough to clean on some parts, and detail is very soft in some areas and needs scratch improvements if 100% accuracy is your thing. It feels like they had a great idea but rushed it to market without the necessary QA/QC. You’ll need to flex some modeling chops on this one for sure.

Coming along nicely!

Thanks for the good information for my future build.

How is that book as a reference for this vehicle?

[moparmadness]

If you’re really wanting to delve into the interior and exterior details, it’s a must. Many never before published interior and exterior pics of the LWS. If you’re just looking for something to gather a little background info, you’ll get the same info for free on the internet! 🍻