1:35 Diorama with a Thunder Models tractor with loader

[MSea]

I know the tractor will be great but I still like the barn the most

[zak]

This tractor has a slightly different front end to accommodate the bucket/loader.

[Haddock]

I know the tractor will be great but I still like the barn the most

Me too.

[zak]

Here is all the extra front and rear end stuff.

[cph64]

Coming along nicely. The link box at the rear must be for tools or small items, you'd never get a sheep in and out of that without problems!!!

[chriswil42]

Tractor looking good as well as the barn Dave.

[zak]

So, while the undercoat dries and I decide on a tractor colour, it is back to the barn.
The first layer of earth and greenery added, I am sure that there will be many more.
Gutters added, but need painting, they were formed around a knitting needle with damp card.
I know knitting, another of my many talents.
The grass is pre-coloured sawdust, homemade a few years ago, it never seems to get any less.
The gate has been rusted.

[zak]

Gutters painted, down pipes being painted, some greenery added, probably more needed.
The Land Rover is for effect.
Gate open here.

[zak]

More weeds added and some livestock and the odd tool.

[zak]

The tractor has had some paint applied and has been assembled from its various parts, lots of weathering still to do.
Gate closed or gate open decision imminent, probably open I think.

[Haddock]

Gate open, tractor further out.
Haddock.

[MSea]

I would go for gate open.

[zak]

The tractor, assembly complete, more weathering and mud needed.

[zak]

I think this is about the finished item, tractor needs some dry brushing and that will be it.
I was aiming for an old but reasonably well maintained tractor, but some mud due to the ground conditions in the lane.

[Biggles]

I don't know how you manage to work so quickly!
It looks wonderful.
Love the barn.

All you need to add now is Shaun the Sheep and some of his mates!

What is next on your modelling calendar?