Leopard 1a5
I started by separating and cleaning up the track parts
To make it easier I put the parts into separate tubs
The tracks were great when complete
But NO! when I had them complete and painted I applied a wash, again happy days, but when they had dried out and I went to fit the just disintegrated. I ended up fixing them dozens of times with superglue. I think the track wash may have melted the plastic inside. Anyone else ever have this problem?
The kit went together brilliantly. I loved it.
I added some aftermarket metal Antennas
I decided to fit the Gun fire simulator. So added some copper wire after checking some reference photos.
Wheels and running gear fitted and weathered.
Lovely kit.
Starting the camo process.
Tamiya NATO Green, Black & Brown were used.
Camo and painting all done.
Touching up the Periscopes and sights.
Nice shinny Leopard pre weathering!
Decals and lights sorted.
Front view.
1st time to use Barracuda netting. The canvas mats are just and old hanky mounted onto a toothpick.
I seen some photos of leopard tanks with this sort of canvas on the front. Not sure what its for, so anyone know please let me know.
I seen some photos of leopard tanks with this sort of canvas on the front. Not sure what its for, so anyone know please let me know.
I was on a little bit of a Build a Base buzz during lockdown. Toilet paper and PVA glue.
Painting started using acrylic artist paints.
1st time rocks, think they look ok! Thanks Geek Gaming, great vids & tips.
Static grass, tree and a bush!
Getting there
Try the Leopard out
Water effect added.
Finish line. Happy enough. Any advice very welcome.
Comments
4 5 October 2020, 10:17
Karel DoležalDamn, so I'd rather not wash anything, I'll spray paint right on the tracks.
5 October 2020, 11:01
Patrick HagelsteinHi David, on Michael Shackleton's Leopard website (Leopardclub.ca) are a couple of reviews and they mention harsh washes eating into the tracks. When I build mine, I will go with Flory's water based washes instead. Those rags in the front are intended to break up the harsh shadows under the glacis that could give away a tank's position in a hideout. Hope that helped.
5 October 2020, 13:56
David WallaceCheers Karel, Rui & Patrick.
Karel, I did prime them and painted them Tamiya Dark Earth 1st them glossed the them prior to using the AK Track Wash. It could be something I did mixing media.
Patrick, I used AK Enamel Track Wash. 1st time it acted like that (if indeed it was the wash). I have the Meng 2a7 I will not take the chance when I build it. I will check out the website and thank you for the clarification on the rags.
5 October 2020, 20:18
