Talking About Model Kasten Tracks

[BJ---Rest In Peace]

Question. I have always used MK tracks since the 80-90s. Still have a drawer full of them, But I recently picked up a set of Hobbyboss King Tiger Tracks for next to nothing, But don't have any MK King Tiger tracks here to compare too.
These look very Similar to the old MK Non-Workable KT Tracks.. Is HB just re-popping the old MK tracks

[dierk]

There could be some cross-pollination going on here: I recently got some HB indy links for my T-35, and the box looked just like the one MK come in.

[wbill76]

Ever since HB and Trumpeter started including workable tracks in many of their kits, the speculation has been going around that they were using MK molds to do it, especially since they had the brown styrene look/feel as well. There doesn't seem to be a definitive yes/no answer to that as in some cases they look very similar but have differences in the mold attachment points, the pin designs, etc. Could be a collaboration or simply just a case of imitation flattery...no one is certain.

[BJ---Rest In Peace]

Thanks, That what I was kinda wondering, Mk just always seemed to get it "Right" so I guess it boils down if it's right it's right and if someone else make them right they will look the same.

[wbill76]

Jun 23, 2015 11:38:55 GMT -5 BJ---Rest In Peace said:

Thanks, That what I was kinda wondering, Mk just always seemed to get it "Right" so I guess it boils down if it's right it's right and if someone else make them right they will look the same.

Very true! I've done a couple of Bronco kits that included workable tracks that followed the 'MK way' in their design and asembly and was very pleased with how they turned out.