BryanKrueger Posted November 28, 2016 Report Posted November 28, 2016 This is a build of the Trumpeter KV-1 Heavy Cast Turret. The kit is pretty straightforward and one of Trumpeter's best early offerings.I removed sections of the fenders and one of the return roller stations and mud scraper for some interest. The model was detailed with the Eduard PE set which covered the basics like the screens, radiator exhaust air deflector and some small brackets. Welds were created with either stretched sprue or Archer Fine Transfers resin details. The kit tracks were used but one run was modified for the missing return roller.I've always liked the looks of the KV-1. The last time I tried to build one was way back in the 80s using Tamiya's KV-1. I never finished that kit so, this is a second chance. I picked this up for $10 at a kit swap meet with the intent of a quick build to test some dirt and mud effects. That was about 3 months ago - which is still quick for me. The kit didn't include the decal sheet so I used some spares and painted over them for a more hand-painted look. The finish has been inspired by Adam Wilder's series of videos on YouTube.Still lots to do but I had the photo area set up and figured I'd take a few pictures. Thanks for looking!
RudyOnWheels Posted December 6, 2016 Report Posted December 6, 2016 You do excellent work Bryan, I hope to get to your level one day..... I'm only on my second tank currently. But I tried all sorts of new techniques on the first one I had never tried, it came out ok for a first attempt.... RUDY
BryanKrueger Posted December 9, 2016 Author Report Posted December 9, 2016 Thanks Rudy and Mark. Appreciate it. The beast is just about done. Just need to finish up some details.
BryanKrueger Posted January 10, 2017 Author Report Posted January 10, 2017 Finished this one up and took photos over the holidaysAdditional images can be found here: KV-1 1941
Mark Deliduka Posted January 10, 2017 Report Posted January 10, 2017 Magnificent! I love the two near misses on the turret. Stunning work all around. Way to go!
ghodges Posted January 25, 2017 Report Posted January 25, 2017 Realistically rough enough to look Russian! Congrats on an impressive build! GIL :smiley16:
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