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LRDG Patrol North Africa late 1942-1943

 

The idea behind this diorama/collection started with the Chevy 1533 as a stand alone model but then as I got into researching the old photos, etc. I saw that I could create a Ford F30 by converting the IBG Models Chevrolet C30A CMP Steel Body. Then I needed some extra jerry cans as the F30 was apparently a thirsty beast, so I decided the best (cheapest) way to get some was the Tamiya SAS Jeep model. Of course this then became the pilot car for the patrol. So here we are in a Wadi in the Western Desert with the F30, dragged out of retirement due to vehicle shortages of the newer Chevrolets, needing some attention on the engine to keep it running. The driver of the Chevy (carrying the Boyes AT gun) is chatting with the driver of the F30 as the gunner in the Chevy takes the Lewis gun off and waits for the Boyes. Then we have the patrol commander and the pilot car driver discussing the plan for the day ahead.

Timeline:
Started on August 19, 2022, Finished on October 30, 2022

Projects

11 images
1:35
Completed
1:35 Special Air Service Jeep (Tamiya MM133)
34 images
1:35
Completed
1:35 LRDG Command Car (Tamiya 32407)
LRDG Chevrolet 30 CWT
NZ British Commonwealth
Long Range Desert Group/ New Zealand 'T 9' Patrol L4618825 Tu Tira II
1942 World War 2»North Africa Campaign - North Africa LY
Desert Yellow
 
28 images
1:35
Completed
1:35 Chevrolet C30A General service (IBG Models 35038)1:35 CMP and British Wheels 10,5x16 Sand pattern (L.Z. Models 35457)1:35 Convoy Crates (Value Gear CC001)

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