Bronco Befehlpanzer 38 (H)

[multicam]

Allright fellers, this is the third time I've tried to post this and it's gettitng frustrating. I think it's photobucket that doesn't like my comp or sthg. Anyway, It's been forever since I posted. Three kids, a wife, and a life make me choose between bench time and computer time. It's obvious which wins. So, I bought this kit cheap and thought it would be a good intro into German armor. I've enjoyed the build and have only minor complaints. I would def buy more Bronco kits. I love the detail and the weld beads are awesome.


Here's a start on the interior. I had fun and did some experimenting.
I even tried Scratchmod's speedy rusting technique on the engine, chain, and muffler.


I like to paint/prime as I go. I find that while it can make glueing a challenge at times, it makes it easier/cleaner to get paint in those hard to reach areas

Here we are with the hull and running gear installed.

masked and primed

and here's the top bit with PE gun shield and scratch wire handles

[multicam]

And here it is with a DG basecoat and some DG stripes. I'm sticking with a two-tone scheme cuz I like it and want to
The top is just sitting on there at the moment...


It was after this point that I realized that the instructions for the kit failed me. The front hull piece shown in the instructions and the top piece do not fit together properly. So I had to improvise to save it. I ended up cutting the front of the top piece and "welding" it to the front with miliput Good enough.

And here it is with treads and decals on. Ready for weathering. What a nightmare! now I know why all of you spend 30 bucks on AM tracks . Turned out ok in the end though. I'm liking the way this is looking...

As always ACM! Cheers fellas. Happy modeling!!!!

[406 Silverado]

Besides the lighting on the last few images this thing is very cool. The interior looks well used and worn in all the right places. Nice work on the paint and camo as well. Did I mention the clean build part....that too.

[TRM]

Nice work on this!!! I like the camo!! Keep it going!!

[panzerman75]

Multi very interesting subject, it looks great i like the camo job on it the iterior looks great to nice wear and tear on it looks great.

Phil

[bigjohn]

Keep it going, I'm digging this! Nice job with the build and paint

[spud]

I've been tempted a few times by this kit

[armorguy]

Nice and subtle camouflage !

[tonylee]

Cam looking at your Befehlpanzer has inspired me to get this one back out of storage real soon.



I had to order a restock of paint this week already$$$$$$$

Mighty Fine Effort Cam
Tony

[robbo]

Odd looking vehicle, never seen this one before, good job so far

[multicam]

Thanks a bunch everybody! Appreciate the comments:)

TONY: that's really cool! Get it out. What's that one called?

Something I meant to bring up before but forgot: Befehlpanzer.... box says be_l_ehlpanzer with an "L" on the box but inside the instructions it says befehlpanzer with an f. So I became curious. It turns out Befehl is basically the equivalent of "command" in German, in the "command car" context. So what I assume is some poor Chinese linguist made a mistake and misread some western text or font. Belehl with an "L" doesn't mean anything in German . Please correct me if I'm wrong German counterparts;) cheers all and thanks again.

[406 Silverado]

yep, not a word in German. It's a command vehicle. Enough reading, get to weathering...(((LOL)))

[wbill76]

Looking good. The Germans had all kinds of fun with the captured H38/39 chassis and the Befehlspanzer was just one variant among several that they came up with. Yours is looking good so far. As you've discovered, the Bronco kit tracks in this family can be quite the challenge!

[wouter]

Nice work mate. I've been interested in those Somua based German vehicles. Looks like a fine build indeed. Nice work so far mate. Keep it up!

Cheers

[tonylee]

Nate it's this one


Tony

[AndyArgent]

Tony make sure you fill the line in above the Hoskish name as this was a one piece casting

[AndyArgent]

I did this kit a few years back. I really enjoyed it, I have the one Tony is doing awaiting treatment aswell. Here is my version of it,Yours is looking fab by the way.

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[AndyArgent]

I did this kit a few years back. I really enjoyed it, I have the one Tony is doing awaiting treatment aswell. Here is my version of it,Yours is looking fab by the way.

[multicam]

Thanks all:

Bodge: sweet work man. Looks wonderfully worn. I like the fig too, having some lunch:) what kit is that? The top bit is wider than my bronco kit.

Tony: that's really cool:) it looks a little top heavy, but a way different base/setup than the Marder II. Cool stuff!

[AndyArgent]

Multi it is the Trumpiter kit,same chassis as Tonys version

[multicam]

Thanks Bodge
Quick update.
I finished the chipping yesterday, added a clear coat, then tonight I added some streaking with oils.



This one's nearly a wrap. Gotta add the muffler,chain, and finish the tools. Then just weathering:some dust, maybe a little heavier dirt down low, and some mettalic pigs. Been a fun build. Gonna def do some more WWII kit

[multicam]

OK, last one fellas. Here it is complete!


I'll post some more in the gallery later on. I'm thinking a small vignette base for this and the figures I'm working on. Let me know what you think. Cheers.

[TRM]

Awesome!!! Looking forward to seeing the finals!! I agree, a nice small vignette would look sweet!!!

[Mence]

Very different subject, like it!

[multicam]

Thanks T and Prof! Appreciate the comments:)

[wbill76]

Nicely don Nate!

[tonylee]

Way to go Nate

Tony

[Thom]

Nate that is a sweet build there.

Cheers,
Thom

[406 Silverado]

What, done already !! fantastic work Nate. The weathering and chipping is first rate bud.

[Deleted]

Really nice result, looking forward to the dio
Cheers
Steve