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Models => Modelling Projects => Topic started by: zak on September 08, 2020, 12:48:57 PM

Title: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 08, 2020, 12:48:57 PM
I bought this from Mighty Lancer today.
As you know, I model whatever takes my fancy.
I have always liked the smaller German tanks and have modelled a few in the past.
I could not find a Panzer 1 and so decided on this.
This is an up-armoured version of the reconnaissance tank.
It had heavier armour and weighed 18 tons.
22 were produced by MAN between April and December 1942.
7 were issued to the 12th Panzer Division on the Eastern Front.
The tank had a crew of 3.
One was found converted to a recovery vehicle.
First impressions are good, a small etched fret and the parts seem nicely moulded.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: MSea on September 08, 2020, 01:19:40 PM
Look out Bob he doing tanks now - will enjoy seeing what you do with this, will it go in a diorama ????
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 08, 2020, 01:26:42 PM
Quote from: MSea on September 08, 2020, 01:19:40 PM
Look out Bob he doing tanks now - will enjoy seeing what you do with this, will it go in a diorama ????
I'm not sure yet.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 08, 2020, 03:01:48 PM
This goes together really well.
Wheels constructed and suspension units fitted to lower hull.
I will leave the wheels loose to paint.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: Haddock on September 08, 2020, 03:42:21 PM
Be prepared for a fleet of armor by the end of the month!!
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: chriswil42 on September 08, 2020, 03:54:29 PM
Surely the end of the week.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: cph64 on September 08, 2020, 05:29:08 PM
I think we're entering a 'Dark Side' phase. I will be building the Revell SS-100 Gigant and transporter to go with my EMW A9 and have the Takom models of the Krupp Raumer and Vs.Kfz.617 mine clearers on order!!!!
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 10, 2020, 02:55:27 PM
More progress, wheels painted, chassis coming along.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: Bigkev on September 10, 2020, 04:42:04 PM
Watching with interest.
heers,
Bigkev
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 11, 2020, 07:31:34 AM
There are quite a few pieces of etched brass to bend and fit.
Photos - I will look at that right hand grill before painting, it seems to be not sitting just right.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: chriswil42 on September 11, 2020, 08:53:29 AM
Looks intricate.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: Bob C on September 11, 2020, 08:34:27 PM
looks good, I think a regiment more likely.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: cph64 on September 12, 2020, 05:25:40 PM
This looks like it's a great kit and an interesting build.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: councilman on September 13, 2020, 02:23:14 PM
Looks a good model. What are the tracks like?
Andy.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 14, 2020, 07:52:55 AM
Quote from: councilman on September 13, 2020, 02:23:14 PM
Looks a good model. What are the tracks like?
Andy.
Here you are, they are not single link but look pretty good.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 14, 2020, 03:04:02 PM
Body undercoated and turret completed.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: councilman on September 14, 2020, 06:11:17 PM
Quote from: zak on September 14, 2020, 07:52:55 AM
Quote from: councilman on September 13, 2020, 02:23:14 PM
Looks a good model. What are the tracks like?
Andy.
Here you are, they are not single link but look pretty good.
They look pretty good, I'm sure you'll do a great job.
Andy.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: MSea on September 14, 2020, 08:47:59 PM
Quality as always
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 16, 2020, 02:49:57 PM
Tracks fitted.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: chriswil42 on September 16, 2020, 03:37:42 PM
Looking good.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 17, 2020, 10:20:15 AM
About finished, subtle weathering and pin washes highlight the details.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: chriswil42 on September 18, 2020, 12:48:33 PM
Looks a stubby little thing. Great model.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: zak on September 21, 2020, 12:58:28 PM
Now its finished.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: chriswil42 on September 21, 2020, 03:41:36 PM
Looks excellent.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: cph64 on September 23, 2020, 04:01:07 PM
Excellent. Chunky little thing, isn't it?
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: councilman on September 27, 2020, 06:20:32 PM
Looks a savage little tank.
Tracks look great Zak,
Andy.
Title: Re: 1:35 Hobbyboss German Pzkpfw.II Ausf.J (VK1601)
Post by: Bob C on September 27, 2020, 07:01:01 PM
Looks good keep the conveyor belt going.
Bob c