M2 half-track (3 Viewers)

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Watch this thread for the posting of a scratch-built model of the m2 half-track using king & country's m3a2 half-track. Here's a sneak peak of the unfinished model
 

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Scratch-building the m2 halftrack: The extreme makeover begins

the extreme makeover begins
 

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Scratch-building the m2 halftrack: The extreme makeover begins

Removing the armored windshield cover, more cut-ups and prepping-up the floor board. Using Century 21 Half-track side armored panels and floorboard as replacements.
 

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Wow - I'll say it's getting a makeover. Looking forward to more pictures!
 
Sneak peak of almost finished model
 

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Working on the ammo bins with interior/exterior access
 

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Work continues...at this stage i am starting to despair what have i done!! To many details and finger nails super glue damaged. A lot of sanding , filing and drilling. Got to wear a mask as my allergies are starting to act up Achoo!
 

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The work continues...
 

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it's getting there...almost done. Had some guest this Easter weekend
 

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Working on a Browning 30 cal MG (water-cooled) as commonly seen mounted on M2's. I should have the finished model by the weekend
 

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Presenting the finished model. Will Andy ever recognize his M3A2?
 

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What a superb thread effort and result mate loved every post from you well done your are a craftsman.
 
I agree with Wayno, brilliant work on the conversion!

Tom
 
Great work... truly some great vision and craftsmanship.

My only question would be why cut up a piece that probably started off north of $100 to begin with when a model from Dragon or Tamiya would have been significantly cheaper to start with as a base for this custom job? Not trying to nitpick, just to understand the rationale.

Thanks!
 

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