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Post by dodgy on Jul 12, 2024 6:00:24 GMT -5
This is the start of a new build and whilst it is going to be a WIP, don't hold your breath for updates, as I am not a prolific builder and I also have several other items on the go. So, what is a WOT? As I understand it, WOT stands for War Office Transport, but I am happy to be corrected on this. Anyway it is a WOT-3 Tructor in 1/35th, by Plusmodel. It's a resin kit and includes some photoetch. The instruction sheets are a bit vague on actual placement of parts and there is a lot of flash. the resin is also somewhat brittle, so it's going to be a slow build. I also have a Morris CS8 and a WOT 2C from the same company. I intend to build these and several other BEF vehicles and figures of the same period to complete a diorama of the road to Dunkirk. Obviously this is a long term goal as, at least, 6 vehicles and 6 to 8 figures will be involved. Tell your grandchildren to watch out for it!!! ![](https://i.postimg.cc/HnFXKbVq/20240620-161432.jpg) ![](https://i.postimg.cc/htWV1bFx/20240620-161933.jpg) ![](https://i.postimg.cc/XvnFTjYY/20240620-162115.jpg) ![](https://i.postimg.cc/KYQLb61r/20240620-162632.jpg) The detail is beautiful, but the build will be complex.
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Post by Leon on Jul 12, 2024 6:05:56 GMT -5
Looks like a nice project! I'll be following your progress.
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Post by tcoat on Jul 12, 2024 6:34:49 GMT -5
Very close! WOT is for "War Office Type". It was a designation specific to the Fordson company for their military contracts. Not sure where Plus Model came up with the title "Tructor". It is possible that Ford still holds the copyright on the Fordson name so Plus couldn't call it what it is without issues?
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 12, 2024 6:40:46 GMT -5
Watching this one Rob. This is the first I've ever seen of this vehicle and being an all resin model should make for an interesting build. Onward we go......
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Post by handiabled on Jul 12, 2024 8:06:49 GMT -5
Bookmarked this one!
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Post by brandonk on Jul 12, 2024 9:39:24 GMT -5
That's a cool old truck. Looking forward to this one.
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Post by vw8243 on Jul 12, 2024 9:46:38 GMT -5
This will be Interesting, watching ,Tell your grandchildren to watch out for it!!! ![chEAnY](https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img924/3885/chEAnY.gif) , I understand that!! Dont forget mask when sanding and cleaning that resin ![emotion-21](https://cs.finescale.com/emoticons/emotion-21.gif) .
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jul 12, 2024 12:44:09 GMT -5
WOT in the world? I’ve never seen one of these before but it sure looks pretty cool and I’ll be watching.
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Post by dodgy on Jul 17, 2024 1:50:04 GMT -5
Looks like a nice project! I'll be following your progress. Thanks Leon!
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Post by dodgy on Jul 17, 2024 1:52:27 GMT -5
Very close! WOT is for "War Office Type". It was a designation specific to the Fordson company for their military contracts. Not sure where Plus Model came up with the title "Tructor". It is possible that Ford still holds the copyright on the Fordson name so Plus couldn't call it what it is without issues? Thanks Tcoat! Your level and range of knowledge is amazing.
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Post by dodgy on Jul 17, 2024 1:54:16 GMT -5
Watching this one Rob. This is the first I've ever seen of this vehicle and being an all resin model should make for an interesting build. Onward we go...... Thanks mate, it won't be quick, but it will be fun.
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Post by dodgy on Jul 17, 2024 1:56:27 GMT -5
This will be Interesting, watching ,Tell your grandchildren to watch out for it!!! ![chEAnY](https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img924/3885/chEAnY.gif) , I understand that!! Dont forget mask when sanding and cleaning that resin ![emotion-21](https://cs.finescale.com/emoticons/emotion-21.gif) . Ta VW, I hear you about the resin!
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Post by tcoat on Jul 17, 2024 6:40:13 GMT -5
Very close! WOT is for "War Office Type". It was a designation specific to the Fordson company for their military contracts. Not sure where Plus Model came up with the title "Tructor". It is possible that Ford still holds the copyright on the Fordson name so Plus couldn't call it what it is without issues? Thanks Tcoat! Your level and range of knowledge is amazing. Well all I knew off the top of my head was that it wouldn't likely have said "transport" since it was more a utility vehicle than an actual transport one. This made me curious and my Need to Know syndrome kicked in! Beyond that... ![](https://media.tenor.com/JLOvKMvuqb4AAAAe/google-fu-keanu.png)
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Post by brandonk on Jul 17, 2024 9:07:13 GMT -5
I really like the look. The 30's design with the huge chonker tires. So cool!
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Post by dodgy on Jul 17, 2024 19:43:59 GMT -5
I really like the look. The 30's design with the huge chonker tires. So cool! That's what attracted me, mind you I love British military vehicles from the inter war/early WWII period. Particularly the Morris and Scammell designs.
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Post by dodgy on Jul 20, 2024 20:33:13 GMT -5
Got some good time in at the bench yesterday, but no photos at this stage. Just working on the leaf spring suspension, to which there are 5 individual parts. The instructions are hand drawn and show only approximate locations and some of the parts are absolutely tiny and very brittle, so slowly, slowly is the go. Hopefully I'll have some progress photos in a few days.
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