Scratch-building the m-19 tank trailer (1 Viewer)

[noli-poli]

This project began in January 2014 and it will come in 2 phases. Phase 1: M-20 Diamond T 980/981; Phase 2: M-9 Murphy's 40-Ton Trailer.
Adding final touches and weathering.

SNEAK PEAK

 

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STEP BY STEP CONSTRUCTION OF THE DIAMOND T 981 IN 1/30 SCALE

I began this project on January 5, 2014. I opted to model the open cab Diamond T 981. The 981 has the front winching capability (as compared to the 980 which can only pull from the rear). The distinct feature is an opening on the left side of the front bumper.

Using various media and scale parts is rather tricky. You need to get a bigger scale of a smaller vehicle in real life to match a 1/30 scale part. As an example, Garwood winches comes in same design (w/ slight modifications) in various sizes depending on the power required. The Garwood winch I used for this model came from the 1/35 scale M25 Dragon Wagon by Tamiya. The M25 carried a bigger Garwood model compared to the smaller Garwood winch the Diamond T 981 carried in real life. The Dragon Wagon tires were also a perfect match.

For parts, I used 1/32 Revel/Renwal M62 Wrecker, 1/32 FOV GMC Quad, 1/18 Century 21 WC50 Weapons Carrier, 1/25 AMT Mack Semi-tractor, 1/25 resin louvers (e-bay Australia), Archer Transfers. Stowage items are from Honor Bound, King & Country, FOV and scratch-built items such as "I" and "V" tow bars.

I will be posting the finished model late this week

 

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STEP BY STEP CONSTRUCTION OF THE DIAMOND T 981 IN 1/30 SCALE

I began this project on January 5, 2014. I opted to model the open cab Diamond T 981. The 981 has the front winching capability (as compared to the 980 which can only pull from the rear). The distinct feature is an opening on the left side of the front bumper.

Using various media and scale parts is rather tricky. You need to get a bigger scale of a smaller vehicle in real life to match a 1/30 scale part. As an example, Garwood winches comes in same design (w/ slight modifications) in various sizes depending on the power required. The Garwood winch I used for this model came from the 1/35 scale M25 Dragon Wagon by Tamiya. The M25 carried a bigger Garwood model compared to the smaller Garwood winch the Diamond T 981 carried in real life. The Dragon Wagon tires were also a perfect match.

For parts, I used 1/32 Revel/Renwal M62 Wrecker, 1/32 FOV GMC Quad, 1/18 Century 21 WC50 Weapons Carrier, 1/25 AMT Mack Semi-tractor, 1/25 resin louvers (e-bay Australia), Archer Transfers. Stowage items are from Honor Bound, King & Country, FOV and scratch-built items such as "I" and "V" tow bars.

I will be posting the finished model late this week

I wished I had your talent.

CArlos

 

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One final part...the tarp

 

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the army mule...more photos of the finished model. Meanwhile, it will be pulling the 155 Howitzer while I am constructing the M9 Murphy Trailer

 

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The Army Mule...more photos of the finished model:

 

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Presenting the finished ARMY MULE. This model represents the Diamond T 981 (front winching capabilty as compared to the 980 which can only winch from the rear. This finishes part 1 of my M19 tank transporter project (Diamond T 981/981 + M9 murphy trailer). I will start constructing the trailer in August 2014.

 

[wayne556517]

BRILLIANT mate can't wait to see the finished result.

 

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PRESENTING THE ARMY MULE
Two additional photos I missed to post:

 

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Sneak Peek

95% complete: The 40-ton Rogers Trailer

 

[wayne556517]

Absolutely brilliant mate.