Fred Wilms
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L1500S German 1.5t 4x2 Cargo TruckPublished:
Items in the boxThe model is made of injection molded plastic, gray in color. The instructions were made up in book form printed both sides. Clear plastic parts were also included, along with two small sheets of photo etch details (brass material). ConstructionI started assembling the chassis, muffler, and suspension systems, as well as the drive shaft, differential, and forward steering details. Next came the engine and transmission with their details. The radiator came next (I used the photo etch grille instead of the plastic molded grille). There are two options supplied in the kit. The truck cab with fender wells and engine were then attached to the built-up chassis. At this time, I noticed a poor fit with these assemblies. There was a gap of about one-… more |
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L1500A Kfz.70 German Personnel CarPublished:
Items in the BoxThe model is made of injection molded plastic, gray in color. The instructions were made up in book form, printed on both sides. Other parts were clear plastic, such as windows and headlights; also included are two small sheets of photo etch details (brass). ConstructionI started by assembling the chassis, muffler, and suspension systems, as well as the drive shafts, differentials, and forward steering details. Next came the engine and transmission with their details. The radiator came next (I used the photo etch grille instead of the cast plastic grille). I followed with the truck body, seats, rear trunk enclosure, rifle supports, and shifting and brake levers. The body, wheels, engine, and engine radiator were attached to each other.… more |
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Pilatus Turbo Porter FloatplanePublished:
HistoryThe Pilatus was a widely exported Swiss (STOL) turboprop utility aircraft floatplane variant, powered by Pratt Whitney of Canada. The aircraft began its career in 1959. It had been modified with several different engines. The aircraft ended its military career in the mid 1990’s. It then started a new career, or second life, in the private sector with some modified as floatplanes. Items in the BoxThe model is made of injection molded plastic, gray in color. The instructions were made up in book form, printed on both sides of the pages. Other parts were made up of clear plastic windows and landing lights. ConstructionI started by installing the inside cabin components – pilot/co-pilot and passenger seating – painting as the… more |
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S-2E Tracker Exterior DetailsPublished:
Items in the BoxThe items are made from photo-etched sheets, two in quantity, made from metal. The assembly instructions are a fold out sheet, printed both sides. ConstructionThe build is very basic, as I followed the instruction sheet. Many tiny parts are noted on the photos enclosed. FinishNone. Same as exterior of aircraft. ConclusionThe items went on the model well. Care must be taken as the parts are tiny. I would like to thank IPMS and Eduard for allowing me to review this product. |
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Japan Self-Defense Forces Light Truck Type 73Published:
HistoryThe type 73 light truck is one of a series of light utility vehicles used in the Japanese self-defense forces. JSDF deployed these vehicles from 1973. Almost all of them were phased out by 2010. Items in the boxThe model is made of injection molded plastic, olive drab in color. The instructions were made up of a foldout form, printed on both sides. Clear molded plastic window and headlight lenses were supplied. ConstructionStarted with the chassis buildup, running gear, springs, drive train, and exhaust system. Next came the cab and its interior hardware, dashboard, shift levers, gas, brake, and clutch pedals, then the rear seating (upper back rests only), radio, and extra fuel container. Note: the seat cushions were left out until… more |
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German Pots for MessPublished:
Items in the box: The model is made from cast resin, gray in color. The plans are one sheet. Construction: The build is very basic – six pieces all told, two cans. four handles, assembled per sketch. (As the label says, EASY line.) Conclusion: The parts went together well. The kit build can be done by any model builder with minimum experience. Care must be taken, as the handles are tiny. I would like to thank IPMS/USA and Plusmodels for allowing me to build and review this kit. |
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Sd.Kfz.2 Type 170KV German Radio CarPublished:
HistoryThe German Radio Car type 170VK was created on the basis of the serial car 170V of Daimler-Benz Co. The car had in its construction many technological solutions that were advanced for that time frame, such as an X-shaped frame welded from oval-shaped tubes, independent suspension on all wheels, and an engine with overhead valves. The vehicle was very reliable and very popular in all branches of the German army. The car was made in three variations: (1) scout car, (2) radio car, and (3) traveling repair shop. There were 19,075 vehicles built from 1933 to 1942. Items in the BoxThe model is made from injection molded plastic, gray in color. The plans were made up of a fold-out series of sheets, printed on both sides. The build sheet shows various… more |
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U.S.S. Arizona on December 7th, 1941Published:
HistoryThe Arizona was a Pennsylvania-class battleship, for and by the U.S. Navy in the mid-1910’s. The ship was the second and last of the Pennsylvania class of “super dreadnoughts” battleships. The Arizona had an overall length of 608 ft., beam 97 ft, and draft of 29 ft, 3 in. The ship had four direct-drive Parsons steam turbines, each of which drove four 12 ft. 5 in. diameter propellers. The Arizona’s designed speed was 21 knots. The Arizona carried 12 .45 caliber 14 in. guns in four triple gun turrets. The Arizona took part in several exercises, escorted President Woodrow Wilson to the Paris Peace Conference, was regularly used for training exercises, assisted in the Long Beach earthquake of 1933 with disaster relief, and was featured in the Jimmy Cagney film Here… more |
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YA-12 Soviet Artillery TractorPublished:
History: The YA-12 light artillery tractors were developed by NATI Designers and launched at the Yaroslavskiy Avtomobilniy Zavod YaAZ-Yaroslav Automobile Plant. In 1943, the United States supplied a large quantity of the U.S.-made GMC-4-71 four cylinder, two stroke, 110 horsepower engines under lend-lease contract. Production started in 1943, and within 12 months a total of 285 units were built. In 1945, production of YA-11s and 12s reached 1,270. Items in the Box: The model is made from injection molded plastic, gray in color. The plans were made up of a book form, printed on both sides. Clear molded plastic windows, photo etch, and a decal sheet were supplied. Construction: Started with the chassis buildup, running gear… more |
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Pz.Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.S with Fuel Drum TrailerPublished:
Items in the BoxThe model is made from injection molded plastic, gray in color. The plans were made up in book form, printed on both sides. Decal sheet, photo-etched, cable and hose, as well as simulated glass parts were included. ConstructionI started with the lower portion of the tank body, adding running gear and springs. Next, the back and front cover plates, with details, hooks, and exhaust system were added. I pre-painted, as the assembly progressed. Next came the interior details, seats, transmission, and drive shaft, with pre-painting as the assembly progressed. The overhead cover was added next, with machine guns, turret, cannons, and ammo storage container. The tank treads were then assembled to the body. I then assembled the fuel trailers – note:… more |